Skill explained

The Sheet Metal Technologist is often required to use computer design and drafting software to develop patterns and programmes and then fabricate products utilising CNC controlled Punching, Laser/Plasma, waterjet cutting systems and CNC bending equipment combined with hand forming and finishing processes. They fabricate, assemble, install and repair sheet metal products. They are employed by sheet metal fabrication shops, sheet metal products manufacturing companies for items such as ventilation equipment, catering and food processing equipment, and sheet metal work contractors.

Required skills

numeracy, critical thinking, Mathematics, Computer Science, Analytical Skills, Creativity, read and interpret technical drawings

What the Competitors do at the Competition

The Competitor will be judged on:

Pattern development

Pattern cut out

Forming

Assemblies

Welding/Joining

Finishing