How do they match: Model Makers, Metal and Plastic

  • Fabricator
  • Prototype Fabricator

  • Cut, shape, and form metal parts, using lathes, power saws, snips, power brakes and shears, files, and mallets.
  • Assemble mechanical, electrical, and electronic components into models or prototypes, using hand tools, power tools, and fabricating machines.
  • Program computer numerical control (CNC) machines to fabricate model parts.
  • Set up and operate machines, such as lathes, drill presses, punch presses, or bandsaws, to fabricate prototypes or models.
  • Use computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software or hardware to fabricate model parts.

  • Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.
  • Operate cutting equipment.