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NUMERICAL TOOL AND PROCESS CONTROL PROGRAMMERS: NEW YORK
Occupation Description
Develop programs to control machining or processing of parts by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems.
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State and National Wages
| Location |
Pay
Period |
2008 |
| 10% |
25% |
Median |
75% |
90% |
| United States |
Hourly |
$13.65 |
$16.94 |
$21.30 |
$26.55 |
$32.59 |
| Yearly |
$28,400 |
$35,200 |
$44,300 |
$55,200 |
$67,800 |
| New York |
Hourly |
$11.58 |
$16.32 |
$20.03 |
$24.66 |
$30.37 |
| Yearly |
$24,100 |
$33,900 |
$41,700 |
$51,300 |
$63,200 |
- High is the wage at which 90% of workers earn less and 10% earn more.
- Middle is the wage at which 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
- Low is the wage at which 10% of workers earn less and 90% earn more.
- High is the wage at which 90% of workers earn less and 10% earn more.
- Middle is the wage at which 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
- Low is the wage at which 10% of workers earn less and 90% earn more.
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National Data Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics Survey
State Data Source: New York Wage Information
State and National Trends
| United States |
Employment |
Percent
Change |
Job Openings 1 |
| 2008 |
2018 |
Numerical tool and process control programmers |
16,800 |
14,200 |
-15%
|
330
| New York |
Employment |
Percent
Change |
Job Openings 1 |
| 2006 |
2016 |
| Numerical tool and process control programmers |
1,270 |
1,070 |
-16%
|
20
|
1Job Openings refers to the average annual job openings due to growth and net replacement.
Note: The data for the State Employment Trends and the National Employment Trends are not directly comparable. The projections period for state data is 2006-2016, while the projections period for national data is 2008-2018.
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National Data Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections
State Data Source: New York State Department of Labor
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The most important knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) are listed for Numerical Tool and Process Control Programmers.
Knowledge:
- Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
- Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
- Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Skills:
- Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.
- Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Equipment Selection - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
- Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Abilities:
- Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
- Perceptual Speed - The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
- Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
- Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
- Mathematical Reasoning - The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Source: Occupational Information Network: Numerical Tool and Process Control Programmers.
Tasks and Activities
Occupation specific tasks and the most important generalized work activities are listed for Numerical Tool and Process Control Programmers.
Occupation Specific Tasks:
- Align and secure pattern film on reference tables of optical programmers, and observe enlarger scope views of printed circuit boards.
- Analyze job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, printed circuit board pattern films, and design data in order to calculate dimensions, tool selection, machine speeds, and feed rates.
- Compare encoded tapes or computer printouts with original part specifications and blueprints to verify accuracy of instructions.
- Determine reference points, machine cutting paths, or hole locations, and compute angular and linear dimensions, radii, and curvatures.
- Determine the sequence of machine operations, and select the proper cutting tools needed to machine workpieces into the desired shapes.
- Draw machine tool paths on pattern film, using colored markers and following guidelines for tool speed and efficiency.
- Enter computer commands to store or retrieve parts patterns, graphic displays, or programs that transfer data to other media.
- Enter coordinates of hole locations into program memories by depressing pedals or buttons of programmers.
- Modify existing programs to enhance efficiency.
- Observe machines on trial runs or conduct computer simulations to ensure that programs and machinery will function properly and produce items that meet specifications.
- Prepare geometric layouts from graphic displays, using computer-assisted drafting software or drafting instruments and graph paper.
- Revise programs and/or tapes to eliminate errors, and retest programs to check that problems have been solved.
- Sort shop orders into groups to maximize materials utilization and minimize machine setup time.
- Write instruction sheets and cutter lists for a machine's controller in order to guide setup and encode numerical control tapes.
- Write programs in the language of a machine's controller and store programs on media such as punch tapes, magnetic tapes, or disks.
Generalized Work Activities:
- Interacting With Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
- Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Controlling Machines and Processes - Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
- Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Detailed Work Activities:
- analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
- calculate engineering specifications
- configure computers in industrial or manufacturing setting
- determine tasks needed to complete machined products
- draw prototypes, plans, or maps to scale
- inspect manufactured products or materials
- lay out machining, welding or precision assembly projects
- monitor equipment or machine operation to detect problems
- program computer numerical controlled machines
- read blueprints
- read production layouts
- read technical drawings
- solve machine tool problems
- understand engineering data or reports
- understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
- use computer aided drafting or design software for design, drafting, modeling, or other engineering tasks
- use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
- use drafting or mechanical drawing techniques
Source: Occupational Information Network: Numerical Tool and Process Control Programmers.
Tools and Technology
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Education and Training
Occupation: Numerical Tool and Process Control Programmers
Most Common Educational/Training Level: Work experience in a related occupation
Related Instructional Programs:
- Computer Programming/Programmer, General
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Distribution of Educational Attainment
| Occupation |
Percent of employees aged 25 to 44 in the occupation whose highest level of educational attainment is |
| Less than high school diploma |
High school diploma or equivalent |
Some college, no degree |
Associate's degree |
Bachelor's degree |
Master's degree |
Doctoral or professional degree |
| Numerical tool and process control programmers |
8.4% |
44.2% |
30.1% |
10.8% |
5.6% |
0.6% |
0.3% |
| Metal Workers and Plastic Workers |
18.7% |
49.9% |
20.7% |
6.5% |
3.5% |
0.5% |
0.2% |
| Production |
21.1% |
45.4% |
20% |
6.4% |
5.9% |
1% |
0.3% |
| Total, All Occupations |
10.7% |
27.6% |
20.6% |
8.9% |
19.4% |
8.3% |
4.5% |
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections (Education/Training Level, Educational Attainment); National Center for Education Statistics (Typical Instructional Programs)
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