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51-9162.00   Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers

O*NET SOC Title
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers
Lay Titles
Programmer
CAD CAM Programmer
CNC Programmer
CNC Lathe Programmer
CNC Machine Programmer
CNC Mill Programmer
CNC Milling Setup Programmer
CNC Milling and Turning Setup Programmer
CNC Process Control Programmer
CNC Turning Setup Programmer
Computer Numerical Control Programmer
Computer Numerical Control Lathe Programmer
Computer Numerical Control Machine Programmer
Computer Numerical Control Mill Programmer
Computer Numerical Control Milling Setup Programmer
Computer Numerical Control Milling and Turning Setup Programmer
Computer Numerical Control Process Control Programmer
Computer Numerical Control Turning Setup Programmer
Computer Numerically Controlled Programmer
Computer-Aided Design Computer-Aided Manufacturing Programmer
Metal Numerical Control Programmer
Metal Numerical Tool Programmer
NC Programmer
NC Tool Programmer
Numerical Control Programmer
Numerical Control Tool Programmer
Numerical Tool Programmer
Numerical Tool and Process Control Programmer
Plastic Numerical Tool and Process Control Programmer
Process Control Programmer
Sheet Metal Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Programmer
Sheet Metal Computer Numerically Controlled Programmer
O*NET SOC Description
Develop programs to control machining or processing of materials by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems. May also set up, operate, or maintain equipment.
O*NET SOC Tasks
Align and secure pattern film on reference tables of optical programmers, and observe enlarger scope views of printed circuit boards.
Enter computer commands to store or retrieve parts patterns, graphic displays, or programs that transfer data to other media.
Enter coordinates of hole locations into program memories by depressing pedals or buttons of programmers.
Modify existing programs to enhance efficiency.
Observe machines on trial runs or conduct computer simulations to ensure that programs and machinery will function properly and produce items that meet specifications.
Revise programs or tapes to eliminate errors, and retest programs to check that problems have been solved.
Write programs in the language of a machine's controller and store programs on media, such as punch tapes, magnetic tapes, or disks.
Detailed Work Activities
Program equipment to perform production tasks.