Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 45 9. While there still is a high demand for handcrafted furniture, the advent of CNC _____ and CNC lathes to create pieces of furniture has revolutionized furniture making. A. lasers B. operator C. routers D. apprenticeships 10. _____ is the process of cutting, forming, and bending pieces from flat sheet metal into a usable shape. A. CNC water jetting B. Routing C. Setting up D. Sheet metal fabrication 11. True or False? The machine setup operator is responsible for ensuring the machine, tooling, and work holding are efficient and accurate to make parts as programmed. 12. A quality control (QC) inspector will work directly with the _____ to make sure the product being produced meets the form, fit, and function of a customer’s requirements. A. engineer B. manager C. manufacturing team D. setup technician 13. True or False? A résumé is an extensive explanation of your education, work experience, all your interests, and other qualifications for work. 14. All potential employers want to know about your technical skills and education, but equally important attributes for an employer include _____. A. desired pay B. religious beliefs C. soft skills D. work history 15. What is often the first contact you have with a potential employer? A. Résumé B. Letter of application C. Interview D. Phone call 16. What should you not do when preparing for an interview? A. Research the job B. Decide what to wear C. Practice the interview D. Decide on a salary 17. True or False? A big advantage of a team is its ability to develop plans and complete work faster than individuals working alone. 18. Many workplace accidents occur because of _____. A. careful behavior B. careless behavior C. lack of supervision D. poor management 19. True or False? The apprenticeship process can take 2–5 months to complete and never consists of textbook training. 20. NIMS has established a recognized set of standards developed by industry in operational areas including metalforming, _____, and industrial maintenance. A. apprenticeships B. leadership C. machining D. programming Apply and Analyze 1. What are some of the significant improvements in machine safety over the last 30 years? 2. What impact did the advancements in aviation and defense have on the machining industry? 3. What are some of the soft skills required to be successful in the manufacturing industry? 4. After securing employment, what are some of the key attributes it will take to be successful with your new employer? 5. List some organizations that provide skills training and machining certifications. Critical Thinking 1. Briefly outline the major historical factors responsible for many modern machining advances. How have those factors influenced modern machining? 2. Although there are multiple career paths in manufacturing, what are the some of the most important factors in your future success? 3. Briefly define “soft skills” and list some examples. Which soft skills do you think are the most important and why?