Duties and Standards SLIDE FORMING SKILLS

Duties and Standards SLIDE FORMING SKILLS OCCUPATIONAL JOB DESCRIPTIONS LEVEL II - OPERATOR August 28, 1996 f:public/cmtes/standing/skills/lvl2sl.doc

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Occupational Description and Benchmarking-Slide Forming-Level II 5

Duty Area: 1.0 Start Up Duty Title: 1.1 Verify Operating Condition of Machine. Duty: Confirm machine and tool operation from previous operator; Identify any problems. Check for loose nuts, bolts, and cams. Performance Standard: Discuss operation of machine with previous operator. Do a visual and physical check for loose nuts, bolts and cams, as needed. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: Material as specified on job plan. Tooling: Common hand tools. Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: Multiform Manual ; Blueprint and process plan. 7

KSAO: This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Verify Condition of the Machine duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities 8

Duty Area: 1.0 Start Up Duty Title: 1.2 Lubricate Machine. Duty: Confirm operation of all machine lubrication systems. Performance Standard: Given a slide forming machine to be run verify and use the proper lubricants. Fill all reservoirs and delivery systems; grease all fittings; clean up any excess lubricants that have spilled on or around the machine. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: Machine lubricants as required. Tooling: Grease gun, oil can, rags, common hand tools. Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: Machine manual. 9

KSAO: This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Lubricate Machine duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities 10

Duty Area: Duty Title: Duty: 1.0 Start Up 1.3 Verify Material Lubricant Application System. Apply and confirm lubrication levels. Performance Standard: Given a process plan verify proper lubricant selection, application method and confirm that material is properly lubricated. Accuracy Level: As specified in process plan. Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: Lubricants as specified in job plan. Tooling: N/A Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: Process plan. 11

KSAO: This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Verify Material Lubricant Supply duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities 12

Duty Area: 1.0 Start Up Duty Title: 1.4 Verify Correct Material at Machine. Duty: Verify correct material at machine. Confirm condition and quantity. Performance Standard: Given a process plan verify availability of material. Visually inspect for type; examine and measure thickness, width, and diameter and any nonconformities, such as burr, camber and visual defects. Accuracy Level: Process plan. Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: As specified in process plan. Tooling: As specified in process plan. Measuring Instruments: Micrometer, caliper, scale. Reference: Process plan. 13

KSAO: This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Verify Correct Material duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities 14

Duty Area: 1.0 Start Up Duty Title: 1.5 Check for Freedom of Movement of all Parts. Duty: Jog or hand wheel machine to check for freedom of movement of all parts. Performance Standard: Given a machine to run confirm freedom of all moving parts of the machine. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: N/A Tooling: N/A Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: Machine manual. KSAO: 15

This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Check for Freedom of Movement of all Parts duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities Duty Area: 1.0 Start Up 16

Duty Title: 1.6 Confirm Operation of Material Feed System. Duty: Confirm operation of material feed system to verify delivery of material to tooling. Performance Standard: Given a machine to be run check payoff device, stock straightener, feed gripper and stock check. Conduct a pull test to check for material slippage. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming. Material: Per process plan. Tooling: Hand tools, protective gloves. Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: Machine manual. KSAO: 17

This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Confirm Operation of the Material Feed duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities Duty Area: 1.0 Start Up 18

Duty Title: 1.7 Jog or Hand Wheel Machine to Produce a Part. Duty: To familiarize yourself with the part to be made, jog or hand wheel machine to produce a part and conduct a visual inspection. Performance Standard: To familiarize yourself with the part to be made, produce a part and conduct a visual inspection. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: Per process plan. Tooling: N/A Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: Process plan, machine and operator s manual, and Multi-form Manual KSAO: 19

This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Jog or Hand Wheel Machine to Produce a Part duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities Duty Area: 1.0 Start Up 20

Duty Title: 1.8 Safety devices. Duty: Confirm proper operation of all safety devices. Performance Standard: Verify that all required safety devices are in place and operational. Notify supervisor of any nonoperating devices. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: N/A Tooling: N/A Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: OSHA standards. KSAO: 21

This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Safety Devices duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities Duty Area: 1.0 Start Up 22

Duty Title: 1.9 Verify Operation of Sensors for Tooling and Equipment. Duty: Check that sensors are working. Performance Standard: Cycle machine and check that all sensors are working and notify supervisor or maintenance for repair or replacement of non working sensors. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: N/A Tooling: N/A Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: Process plan and machine manual. KSAO: 23

This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Verify Operation of Sensors for Tooling and Equipment duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities Duty Area: 2.0 Production 24

Duty Title: 2.1 Produce Parts Under Power. Duty: Confirm part ejection, perform quality inspection and compliance to process plan. Performance Standard: Visually confirm proper part ejection and using precision measuring instruments verify part conformance to process plan. Accuracy Level: To process plan. Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine and quality work station. Material: As specified on process plan. Tooling: Gages and fixtures. Measuring Instruments: Micrometers, calipers, height gage, taper gage, optical comparators, gage pins, surface plate and thread gage. Reference: Process plan. KSAO: 25

This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Produce Parts Under Power duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities Duty Area: 2.0 Production 26

Duty Title: 2.2 Confirm Slugs and Scrap Ejection. Duty: Confirm separation of production parts from slugs, scrap and other contaminants. Performance Standard: Verify slugs, scrap and other contaminants have separated from the die and other areas and confirm ejection from the machine. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: As specified in the process plan. Tooling: N/A Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: Process plan. KSAO: This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Confirm Slugs and Scrap Ejection duty. 27

1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities Duty Area: 2.0 Production 28

Duty Title: 2.3 Maintain Material Lubricant Supply. Duty: Visually inspect lubricant levels and delivery systems. Performance Standard: Verify lubricant levels and add supplies as needed. Notify supervisor of delivery systems problems. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: Appropriate lubricant as specified in the process plan. Tooling: Hand tools. Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: Process plan. KSAO: This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Maintain Material Lubricant Supply duty. 29

Duty Title: 2.4 Maintain Machine Lubricant Supply. Duty: Visually monitor for adequate lubrication levels. Performance Standard: Verify lubricant levels and add supplies as needed. Notify supervisor of delivery systems problems. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: Machine lubricant as specified. Tooling: Hand tools. Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: Machine manual. KSAO: This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Maintain Machine Lubricant Supply duty. 31

Duty Title: 2.5 Monitor Process, Record Required Production Data, Respond to Problems. Duty: Complete all shift production records. Performance Standard: During a production run, record machine operation problems, number of good parts/bad parts, material usage, hours run, and job performance. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: Process plan. Tooling: N/A Measuring Instruments: Precision measuring instruments. Reference: Process plan. KSAO: 33

This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Monitor Process, Record Required Production Data, Respond to Problems duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities Duty Area: 2.0 Production 34

Duty Title: 2.6 Select, Load and Restart Material Duty: Remove end of coil, load new material and repeat start-up procedure for material feed. Performance Standard: Remove end of coil, select and load new material, and place job back into production. Accuracy Level: To process plan. Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: As specified in process plan. Tooling: Hand tools and protective gloves. Measuring Instruments: Precision measuring instruments. Reference: Process plan. KSAO: 35

This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Select, Load and Restart Material duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities Duty Area: 3.0 Quality and Inspection 36

Duty Title: 3.1 Monitor Production Quality Duty: Perform required quality checks and verify part conformance. Performance Standard: Monitor production and conduct periodic quality checks perform functions as required by the quality plan. Accuracy Level: As required in the process plan and quality plan. Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Quality inspection station. Material: Production part. Tooling: Gages and fixtures. Measuring Instruments: Precision measuring instruments. Reference: Process plan and quality plan. KSAO: 37

This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Perform Quality Checks and Verify Part Conformance duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities Duty Area: 4.0 Transfer Job to Next Person. 38

Duty Title: 4.1 Communicate Job Requirements. Duty: Provide verbal and/or written instructions on the job requirements. Performance Standard: Provide verbal and/or written instructions on the job history and performance requirements. Accuracy Level: N/A Assessment Equipment and Material: Workstation: Slide forming machine. Material: As specified on process plan. Tooling: N/A Measuring Instruments: N/A Reference: Process Plan KSAO: 39

This table represents the kinds of knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics that will be assessed in the performance of the Communicate Job Requirements duty. 1. Written and Oral Communication 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches 1.1 Reading 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints 1.2 Writing 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints 1.3 Speaking 6. Measurements 1.4 Listening 6.1 Basic Measurements 2. Mathematics 6.2 Precision Measurements 2.1 Arithmetic 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments 2.2 Applied Geometry 7. Metalworking Theory 2.3 Applied Algebra 7.1 Cutting Theory 2.4 Applied Trigonometry 7.2 Tooling 2.5 Applied Statistics 7.3 Material Properties 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving 7.4 Machine Tools 3.1 Applying Decision Rules 7.5 Cutting Fluids and Coolants 3.2 Basic Problem Solving 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities 4.1 Group Participation and Teamwork 4.2 Personal Qualities 40

Appendix A Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics An individual planning to meet these standards will be required to perform the basic skills, abilities and other characteristics defined in this section of the standard. These skills include: Written and Oral Communications Mathematics Decision Making and Problem Solving Group Skills and Personal Qualities Engineering Drawings and Sketches Measurement Metalworking Theory 41

KSAO Area: 1. Written and Oral Communication KSAO: 1.1 Reading KSAO Definition: Locates, understands, and interprets written technical and non-technical information in documents commonly found in the metalworking industry. These documents contain short and simple sentences, paragraphs and passages, phrases, quantitative information, specialized vocabulary, graphs, charts, schedules, simple instructions, and multi-step directions. All documents are written in standard English. Performance Requirement: Given a specific duty to perform and the necessary written information contained on relevant documents and information sheets, locate and read the necessary information and use this information to plan, execute, and evaluate the duty and answer questions about the content or meaning of the written information. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Reading KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 42

KSAO Area: 1. Written and Oral Communication KSAO: 1.2 Writing KSAO Definition: Communicates technical and non-technical information, messages, and ideas in writing using standard English commonly found in the metalworking industry. This writing includes the completion of forms, information sheets, reports, group meeting materials, and short memos. Performance Requirement: Given a specific duty to perform and the necessary instructions, forms, and materials to complete the writing requirements for that duty, complete the writing requirement. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Writing KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 44

KSAO Area: 1. Written and Oral Communication KSAO: 1.3 Speaking KSAO Definition: Communicates technical and non-technical detailed information, messages, multi-step directions and ideas through oral communication using standard English and related cues and communication aids in conversations, discussions,1 and group meetings. Understands and responds to listener feedback and asks questions when needed in two-way and group conversations. Performance Requirement: Given a specific duty to perform and the necessary instructions, written documents, and communication aids and materials to complete the speaking requirements for that duty, complete the speaking requirement. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Speaking KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 45

KSAO Area: 1. Written and Oral Communication KSAO: 1.4 Listening KSAO Definition: Listens for, receives, interprets, and recalls specific details, ideas, and multi-step instructions in verbal presentations, conversations, discussions, and group meetings conducted in standard English and supported by written materials and other communication cues and aids. Uses active listening skills in comprehending simple technical and non-technical verbal information. Performance Requirement: Given a specific duty to perform and the necessary written information contained on relevant documents and information sheets, listen for, comprehend, and incorporate oral information in the performance of the duty and answer questions about the content or meaning of the oral information. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Listening KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 46

KSAO Area: 2. Mathematics KSAO: 2.1 Arithmetic KSAO Definition: Performs addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers without a calculator, and performs calculation of fractions and decimals, as well as conversion to metric measurement with or without a calculator. Performance Requirement: Given a specific duty to perform requiring arithmetic operations, conduct arithmetic operations. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Arithmetic KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 47

KSAO Area: 2. Mathematics KSAO: 2.2 Applications of Geometry KSAO Definition: Understands and applies basic geometric concepts and terminology which form the analytical foundation of job planning and execution including planes perpendicularity, Cartesian coordinates, concentricity, parallelism, straightness, flatness, circularity, and symmetry, etc. Performance Requirement: Given a specific duty to perform requiring the understanding and use of geometric concepts and terminology, perform the required duty and answer questions about the meaning and use of the geometric principles. Duty standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Applications of Geometry KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 48

KSAO Area: 2. Mathematics KSAO: 2.5 Applications of Statistics KSAO Definition: Uses standard formulas and arithmetic operations to calculate means, medians, modes, and ranges with or without a calculator. Performance Requirement: Given a specific duty to perform requiring the use of formulas and arithmetic operations, conduct the required statistical calculations using standard formulas. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Applications of Statistics KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 49

KSAO Area: 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving KSAO: 3.1 Applying Decision Rules KSAO Definition: Can follow a set of instructions laid out in a sequence. Can interpret and follow "if...then..." instructions. Performance Requirement: Given a specific duty to perform requiring a checklist of sequential instructions, carry out the duty making appropriate entries on the checklist. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Applying Decision Rules KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 50

KSAO Area: 3. Decision Making and Problem Solving KSAO: 3.2 Basic Problem Solving KSAO Definition: Can establish new responses to unexpected problems of a simple nature. Can formulate the new responses into a sequence of instructions or a set of "if... then..." rules. Performance Requirement: Given a specific duty to perform and being furnished with a checklist of sequential instructions, carry out the duty according to the checklist responding appropriately to problems. Formulate those responses into "if... then..." rules. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Basic Problem Solving KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 51

KSAO Area: 4. Group Skills and Personal Qualities KSAO: 4.1 Group Participation And Teamwork KSAO Definition: Identify and demonstrate the appropriate group skills and related personal qualities in the performance of major duties requiring cooperative relations with supervisors, team leaders, and team members. Performance Requirement: Works cooperatively with others and contributes to group efforts with ideas, suggestions, and positive feedback to group members. Demonstrates appropriate social and communication skills in resolving conflicts with supervisors, team leaders, and team members. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Group Skills KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 52

KSAO Area: 4. Social Skills and Personal Qualities KSAO: 4.2 Personal Qualities KSAO Definition: Identify and demonstrate the appropriate personal qualities in performing major job duties and maintaining positive employment relations. Performance Requirement: Recognizes and demonstrates appropriate codes of conduct and values in the workplace and demonstrates honesty and integrity in exhibiting appropriate workplace behaviors. Assumes responsibility and demonstrates strong work ethic by exerting effort and perseverance in doing work tasks according to high standards. Maintains high standards of attendance, punctuality, and involvement in all major work tasks. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Personal Qualities KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 53

KSAO Area: 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches KSAO: 5.1 Standard Orthographic Blueprints KSAO Definition: Interprets orthographic blueprints. Performance Requirement: Given a standard blueprint and a finished part from that print, prepare a checklist of dimensions necessary to determine the part's compliance. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Standard Orthographic Blueprint KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 54

KSAO Area: 5. Engineering Drawings and Sketches KSAO: 5.2 GDT Orthographic Blueprints KSAO Definition: Interprets GDT orthographic blueprints. Performance Requirement: Given a GDT blueprint and a finished part from that print, prepare a checklist of dimensions necessary to determine the part's compliance. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the GDT Orthographic Blueprints KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 55

KSAO Area: 6. Measurement KSAO: 6.1 Basic Measuring Instruments KSAO Definition: Recognizes and applies basic measuring instruments such as rules, protractors, and basic transfer tools such as simple inside and outside calipers. Performance Requirement: Given a blueprint and a finished part from that print, as well as a selection of appropriate basic measuring instruments, determine a part's compliance on selected dimensions. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Basic Measurement Instruments KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 56

KSAO Area: 6. Measurement KSAO: 6.2 Precision Measuring Instruments KSAO Definition: Recognizes and applies precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, vernier, dial, and electronic calipers, dial indicators, precision transfer tools such as telescoping gages and adjustable parallels. Performance Requirement: Given a blueprint and a finished part from that print, as well as a selection of appropriate precision tools, determine a part's compliance on selected dimensions. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Precision Measuring Instruments KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 57

KSAO Area: 6. Measurement KSAO: 6.3 Surface Plate Instruments KSAO Definition: Recognizes and applies appropriately precision tools and instruments for surface plate work such as precision angle plates and tool blocks, precision transfer gages, and precision height gages. Performance Requirement: Given a blueprint, material, and a finished part from that print, as well as a surface plate and a selection of appropriate surface plate instruments, determine the material s and the part's compliance on selected dimensions. Duty standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Surface Plate Instruments KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 58

KSAO Area: 7. Metalworking Theory KSAO: 7.1 Tooling KSAO Definition: Recognizes a wide variety of tooling used in slide forming operations including tool holding devices. Understands the appropriate application of these tools and devices. Performance Requirement: Given a blueprint and a part to be made, select appropriate tooling and tool-holders to carry out the manufacture of the part. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Tooling KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 59

KSAO Area: 7. Metalworking Theory KSAO: 7.2 Material Types And Physical Properties KSAO Definition: Recognize different types of materials and their physical properties. Recognizes differences between ferrous and non-ferrous, magnetic, and ductile materials. Performance Requirement: Given a blueprint and a part to be manufactured, predict its manufacturability based upon its appearance and hardness value. Duty Standard Cross Reference Table: This table identifies some of the activities that require the Material Type And Physical Properties KSAO. Duty Area Task Activity 60