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Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic

SOC 51-4192.00

Lay out reference points and dimensions on metal or plastic stock or workpieces, such as sheets, plates, tubes, structural shapes, castings, or machine parts, for further processing. Includes shipfitters.

Zone 2 Production

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Mathematics

3.1

Reading Comprehension

3.0

Critical Thinking

3.0

Monitoring

3.0

Complex Problem Solving

3.0

Operation Monitoring

3.0

Quality Control Analysis

3.0

Judgment and Decision Making

3.0

Knowledge Areas 8

Mathematics

4.1

Design

3.8

Mechanical

3.5

Production and Processing

3.4

Engineering and Technology

3.3

English Language

3.3

Building and Construction

3.3

Administration and Management

3.3

Key Tasks

1Mark curves, lines, holes, dimensions, and welding symbols onto workpieces, using scribes, soapstones, punches, and hand drills.

2Plan locations and sequences of cutting, drilling, bending, rolling, punching, and welding operations, using compasses, protractors, dividers, and rules.

3Fit and align fabricated parts to be welded or assembled.

4Locate center lines and verify template positions, using measuring instruments such as gauge blocks, height gauges, and dial indicators.

5Plan and develop layouts from blueprints and templates, applying knowledge of trigonometry, design, effects of heat, and properties of metals.

Also Known As

Aircraft Lay Out Worker Bellmaker Development Mechanic Dimensional Inspector Duplicator Fabricator Hangersmith Layer Out Layout Fabricator Layout Fitter