Hard Skills
IntermediateCeramic Shell ConstructionThe process of dipping wax patterns into ceramic slurry and coating them with stucco to create a mold.
AdvancedMolten Metal HandlingMelting alloys to specific temperatures and pouring them into preheated ceramic molds.
IntermediatePattern TreeingAttaching wax patterns to a central wax sprue using heated tools to create a casting cluster.
IntermediateCasting Cleaning and GrindingRemoving ceramic shell material, cutting parts from the sprue, and grinding gates to meet dimensional specifications.
Soft Skills
FoundationalFoundry Safety StandardsAdhering to safety protocols regarding molten metal splashes, high-temperature equipment, and proper PPE usage.