
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers
Also called: Computer Numerical Control Machinist (CNC Machinist), Computer Numerical Control Programmer (CNC Programmer), Programmer
What they do:
Develop programs to control machining or processing of materials by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems. May also set up, operate, or maintain equipment.
On the job, you would:
- Write programs in the language of a machine's controller and store programs on media, such as punch tapes, magnetic tapes, or disks.
- Determine the sequence of machine operations, and select the proper cutting tools needed to machine workpieces into the desired shapes.
- Revise programs or tapes to eliminate errors, and retest programs to check that problems have been solved.
Engineering and Technology
Math and Science
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
Arts and Humanities
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
People and Technology Systems
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Math
Ideas and Logic
Visual Understanding
Verbal
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People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.
They do well at jobs that need:
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