Hard Skills
AdvancedClay Turning ProficiencyThe technical ability to shape moist clay into symmetrical objects on a rotating wheel or lathe using specialized hand tools and pressure techniques.
IntermediateCeramic Material ScienceUnderstanding the physical properties of various clay bodies, including moisture content, plasticity, and how different compositions react to drying and firing.
IntermediateIndustrial Lathe OperationSetting up, operating, and performing routine maintenance on motorized clay-forming lathes and pottery wheels safely.
IntermediateDimensional Accuracy ControlUsing calipers and measuring tools to ensure turned products strictly adhere to design specifications and technical drawings.
EssentialWorkplace Safety and Silicosis PreventionAdherence to safety protocols regarding industrial machinery and the management of hazardous silica dust particles common in clay processing.