adjust cut sizes
Adjust cut sizes and depths of cutting tools. Adjust heights of worktables and machine-arms.
Printmakers engrave or etch metal, wood, rubber or other materials to create images which are transported onto surfaces, generally using a printing press. Printmakers often use tools such as etcher-circuit processors, pantograph engravers, and silk screen etchers.
Competences and skills
23 ESCO relationsEssential skills and competences 21 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
21 competencesclean engraved areas
Polish and clean engraved etching areas considering the kind of material the area is made of.
compute engraving dimensions
Measure and compute dimensions of lettering, designs and patterns to be engraved.
determine quality of engraving
Quality control of engravings and etchings; check for cuts, burns, rough spots and irregular or incomplete engraving.
engrave patterns
Engrave and print designs and patterns onto a variety of surfaces.
ensure accurate engravings
Closely observe the actions of the mechanical cutting tools, resulting in a flawless engraving process.
fill etchings
Fill etchings with opaque paste to improve readability.
handle etching chemicals
Brush or smear acid over mechanic engraving tools, in order to improve the visibility of the inscriptions.
inspect etched work
Inspect finished etchings in detail, using microscopes and magnifying lenses.
maintain engraving equipment
Regular maintenance of cutting wheels and other mechanic engraving tools.
operate engraving equipment
Operate mechanical engraving tools and machines, set controls of cutting tools. Make adjustments if necessary.
position engraving equipment
Position and clamp work pieces, plates, or rollers in holding fixtures.
prepare etching chemicals
Prepare etching chemicals according to formulas, mixing solutions of specified concentration.
prepare workpieces for engraving
Prepare mechanical tools and workpieces for engraving by polishing their surface and bevelling the workpiece to remove sharp edges. Polishing is done using different sandpapers and sand films which applied from rougher ones to very fine ones.
prepare workpieces for etching
Prepare mechanical tools and work pieces for etching by polishing their surface and bevelling the work piece to remove sharp edges. Polishing is done using different sandpapers and sand films which are applied and vary from rough to very fine ones.
scale etchings
Operate reduction scales and set pantograph controls.
select engraving templates
Select, prepare and install engraving templates; operate cutting tools and routers.
sketch designs on workpieces
Sketch or scribe layouts and designs on workpieces, plates, dies or rollers. Use compasses, scribers, gravers, pencils, etc.
transfer designs on workpiece
Operate stylus and cutting tools, duplicate design or letters on a workpiece.
transpose designs to engravings
Examine diagrams, sketches, blueprints and samples, and calculate how they are to be engraved onto work pieces.
verify engraving accuracy
Examine design results to verify engraving accuracy, rework engraving where needed.
Cross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Optional skills and competences 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceassess conservation needs
Assess and list the needs for conservation/restoration, in relation to current use and planned future use.
Cross-sector
1 competencecollaborate with a technical staff in artistic productions
Coordinate your artistic activities with others who specialise in the technical side of the project. Inform the technical staff of your plans and methods and obtain feedback on feasibility, cost, procedures and other relevant information. Be able to understand the vocabulary and the practises about technical issues