woodturner

Description

Woodturners use a lathe to remove superfluous material from wood. The lathe turns the workpiece around its axis, as shape tools are used to obtain the desired shape.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

woodworking tools quality standards woodworking processes lathe machine parts wood cuts design principles types of wood types of lathe tools

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

manufacturing of daily use goods sawing techniques cutting technologies manufacturing of sports equipment sanding techniques manufacturing of furniture timber products

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

position cross slide of a lathe wear appropriate protective gear use turning tools turn wood work safely with machines tend lathe manipulate wood inspect wood materials avoid tear-out in woodworking

OPTIONALOptional competences

operate wood sawing equipment perform machine maintenance meet contract specifications consult technical resources record production data for quality control report defective manufacturing materials inspect quality of products sand wood troubleshoot keep records of work progress apply wood finishes set up the controller of a machine supply machine distinguish wood quality dispose of non-hazardous waste monitor automated machines check quality of raw materials identify hazards in the workplace