Major knowledge, skills and attitudes

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 ESSENTIAL SKILLS

-Perform measuring using different tools.

-Perform marking of the work piece using

marking tools.
. -Perform drawing interpretation.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE -Cutting metal using power machines and
manual tools.
Knowledge of hand tools, their
- Perform making of some construction
care and maintenance. products, i.e. doors, roofing, windows,
gutters, etc
Awareness of safety and security
- Perform making of some domestic
behavior at workplace. equipment i.e. Stoves, tanks, etc.
Preparation by cutting the - Perform making of furnitures i.e. chairs,
beds, etc.
templates for making different
types of articles. -Perform making and repair of damaged
machine parts.
Economic use of consumable -Perform basic casting.
materials. -Perform grinding.
Various methods of metal -Performing basic Aluminium profiles
work.
assembling
-Maintain personal cleanliness & Hygiene
Operate various machines.
-Carry out basic first aid
treatment/notifying accident.
Various methods of finishing the
WORKER BEHAVOUR/ATTITUDES
Punctuality, discipline and honesty
Cordial relationship and Cooperation
with co-workers and team Work
Positive attitude and behavior
Work ethics and dependability
Self- esteem and confidence
Self-motivation and initiative
Flexibility/ adaptability
Communication Skills
Respect for rules and regulations
Concern for quality
Concern for health and hygiene
Responsibility and accountability
Care of equipment and tools
Safety consciousness and safe working
practices
Learn continuously
Concern for environment and waste
disposal
Ability to bear stress and work under
pressure
Ability for planning, organizing and
coordinating
Creative thinking, problem solving and
decision making
Leadership, delegating, appraising,
motivating
Negotiation
Time management ability

product. -Practice fire safety measures.

-Simple Disaster Management &

Various methods of fabrication. preventive measures in the event of
Earthquakes, Tsunami, etc.
Cost estimation. -Practice use of all PPEs required.

-Identify tools, equipment and materials

used in manufacturing.

-Apply good housekeeping practices.

-Proper handling of materials and disposal

of waste.

-Store/lay and use materials at work in

safe manner.

-Use and store tools and equipment in a

safe manner

-Select proper tools, equipment and

material for a particular task
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-Carry out cleaning, oiling and
maintenance of the manufacturing
machine, tools and equipment.

-Set the manufacturing machine for given

 -Perform gas metal cutting.

-Perform plasma cutting.

-Perform cost estimation

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 FUTURE TRENDS AND
CONCERNS
Digital 3D
technologies
CNC technologies
CAD/CAM
technolo-gies

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 ACRONYMS

DACUM: Developing A
Curriculum

RTB: Rwanda TVET BOARD

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