Hard Skills
IntermediateMachine Tool SetupConfiguring woodworking machinery by installing bits, adjusting guides, and setting speeds for dowelling operations.
IntermediateTechnical Drawing InterpretationReading and translating blueprints or specifications into precise dowel placement and hole depths.
IntermediatePrecision MeasurementUsing calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify tolerances of wood components and dowel fit.
AdvancedWoodworking Safety ComplianceApplying knowledge of machine guarding, personal protective equipment, and emergency shut-off procedures.
IntermediateEquipment TroubleshootingIdentifying mechanical malfunctions or misalignments in dowelling machines and performing minor repairs.
IntermediateMaterial KnowledgeUnderstanding different wood species, grain patterns, and moisture content to adjust machine settings accordingly.