time-display methods
Types of time-display methods of clocks, such as those of analog clocks, digital clocks, word clocks, projection clocks, auditory clocks, multi-display clocks, or tactile clocks.
Clock and watchmakers make mechanical or electronic clocks and watches. They use precision hand tools or automated machinery to assemble the timing devices. Clock and watchmakers may also repair clocks or watches. They can work in workshops or in factories.
Competences and skills
54 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceSector-specific
2 competencescomponents of clocks
Components present in clocks and watches, such as the wheelwork, battery, dials, and hands.
watches and jewellery products
The offered watches and jewellery products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
Cross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Essential skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesattach clock cases
Attach clock or watch case to enclose and protect the clockwork or module.
attach clock dials
Attach dials or clock faces to clocks or watches.
attach clock hands
Attach the hour, minute, and second clock or watch hands to the clockface using hex nuts and wrenches. Ensure that the hands on the clockface are parallel and aligned.
attach power cords to electric module
Attach the power cords to the electric module of electric clocks or watches.
mount clock wheelwork
Mount the wheelwork components of clocks and watches and attach with screws.
Cross-sector
7 competencesinspect clocks
Inspect clocks and watches and their components for any defects, deterioration or damage. Check electronic timepieces with measuring and testing instruments.
inspect quality of products
Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.
oversee quality control
Monitor and assure the quality of the provided goods or services by overseeing that all the factors of the production meet quality requirements. Supervise product inspection and testing.
perform product testing
Test processed workpieces or products for basic faults.
repair clocks
Identify problems on clocks or watches, check for deterioration, disassemble parts, regulate, adjust, and replace deficient components.
use watchmaker's tools
Use tools commonly used for watchmaking and repairing. Common categories include band tools, watch battery tools, cleaning tools, screwdrivers, brushes, flex shaft, loupes or magnifiers, tap and die sets, watch testers, watch repair kits, watch crystal tools, watch back openers, gauges, glues, demagnitisers, hammers, oils, watch movement tools, bergeon watch tools, horotec watch tools, watch hand tools, soldering tools, watch polishing tools, and tweezers.
wear appropriate protective gear
Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.
Optional knowledge 9 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencetiming devices
All mechanical and electric instruments that indicate time, such as clocks, watches, pendulums, hairsprings, and chronometers.
Sector-specific
2 competencesconservation techniques
The procedures, instruments, techniques, materials and chemicals used in conservation and archiving.
types of watches
Types of wristwatches, such as mechanical and quartz, their features and functions, such as calendar, chronograph, water resistance, etc.
Cross-sector
6 competencescharacteristics of precious metals
Variations of precious metals according to density, corrossion resistance, electrical conductivity, light reflectivity and quality.
electric clocks
Clocks and watches that use electrical power to measure the passing of time, such as electric, electronic, digital or quartz clocks and watches.
electronics
The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications.
digital
mechanical clocks
Clocks and watches that use a mechanical mechanism to measure the passing of time.
micromechanics
The design and production of micromechanisms. Micromechanisms combine mechanical and electrical components in a single device that is less than 1mm across.
precision mechanics
Precision or fine mechanics is a subdiscipline in engineering that focuses on the design and development of smaller precision machines.
Optional skills and competences 30 competences
Occupation specific
3 competencesadvise customers on clocks
Provide customers with detailed advice on clocks. Explain about different brands and models and their characteristics and features.
design clocks
Design and develop the artistic design of clocks and watches and its mechanisms and components.
develop production line
Develop the production line of a designed product. This corresponds to a sequence of mechanical or manual operations involved within a production process of a manufactured product.
Sector-specific
10 competencesapply restoration techniques
Select and apply appropriate restoration techniques in order to achieve the required restoration goals. This encompasses preventive measures, remedial measures, restoration processes and management processes.
attach clockwork
Install clockwork or module in clocks or watches. The clockwork includes all mechanisms, movements, motors, and wheel work present in clocks and watches. In mechanical timepieces, in which clockwork movements are made of several moving parts, the clockwork is called caliber or clock movement. In electronic or quartz timepieces, the term module is more commonly applied.
attach pendulums
Attach clock pendulums to the pendulum guide behind the face of the clock.
change watch battery
Select a battery for a watch based on the brand, type and style of the watch. Replace the battery and explain to the customer how to preserve its life.
develop product design
Convert market requirements into product design and development.
engrave patterns
Engrave and print designs and patterns onto a variety of surfaces.
estimate cost of jewellery and watches' maintenance
Estimate the total cost for the maintenance of watches or pieces of jewellery.
estimate value of used jewellery and watches
Assess used metal (gold, silver) and gems (diamonds, emeralds) based on age and current market rates.
maintain jewels and watches
Use cleaning equipment to properly care for jewellery and watches, as per customer request. This might involve cleaning and polishing watches and pieces of jewellery.
operate engraving equipment
Operate mechanical engraving tools and machines, set controls of cutting tools. Make adjustments if necessary.
Cross-sector
17 competencesadvise customers on jewellery and watches
Provide customers with detailed advice on watches and pieces of jewellery available in the store. Explain about different brands and models and their characteristics and features. Recommend and provide personal advice on pieces of jewellery, according to the customer's needs and preferences.
apply precision metalworking techniques
Comply with precision standards specific to an organisation or product in metalworking, involved in processes such as engraving, precise cutting, welding.
assemble electrical components
Assemble switches, electrical controls, circuit boards and other electrical components by using hand and soldering equipment.
communicate with customers
Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.
estimate value of clocks
Estimate the market value of new or used clocks based on professional judgment and knowledge.
maintain clocks
Clean and remove grease from clock and watch components, apply oil to hinges, adjust components, and store them in a waterproof space.
monitor machine operations
Observing machine operations and evaluating product quality thereby ensuring conformity to standards.
operate metal polishing equipment
Operate equipment designed to buff and polish metal workpieces, such as diamond solutions, silicon-made polishing pads, or working wheels with a leather polishing strop, and others.
operate precision machinery
Operate machinery used for the making of small systems or components with a high level of precision.
operate precision measuring equipment
Measure the size of a processed part when checking and marking it to check if it is up to standard by use of two and three dimensional precision measuring equipment such as a caliper, a micrometer, and a measuring gauge.
perform resource planning
Estimate the expected input in terms of time, human and financial resources necessary to achieve the project objectives.
read standard blueprints
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
repair electronic components
Repair, replace or adjust damaged electronics components or circuitry. Use hand tools and soldering and welding equipment.
sell clocks
Sell clocks, watches, or related accessories according to the customer's preferences.
use CAD software
Use computer-aided design (CAD) systems to assist in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation of a design.
digital
use precision tools
Use electronic, mechanical, electric, or optical precision tools, such as drilling machines, grinders, gear cutters and milling machines to boost accuracy while machining products.
use specialised tools in electric repairs
Use of a variety of specialised tools, instruments and machines, such as presses, drills and grinders. Employ them to carry out repairs in a safety manner.