blueprints
Must be able to read and understand blueprints, drawings and plans and maintain simple written records.
Optical instrument repairers repair optical instruments, such as microscopes, telescopes, camera optics, and compasses. They test the instruments to ensure they function properly. In a military context they also read blueprints to be able to repair the instruments.
Competences and skills
39 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
6 competencesglass tempering
Technique of treating glass with high temperatures to increase its durability and safety.
optical equipment standards
The national and international quality and safety standards and regulations with regards to the use and manufacture of optical equipment, including optical materials, optical components, optical systems, ophthalmic equipment, optomechanical equipment, optical measuring equipment, photographic equipment, and optoelectronic equipment.
optical glass characteristics
The characteristics of optical glass such as refractive index, dispersion, and chemical properties.
quality standards
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
types of optical instruments
Common types of optical instruments and lenses, such as microscopes and telescopes, their mechanics, components, and characteristics.
Essential skills and competences 18 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
6 competencescut glass
Use glass cutting tools or diamond blades to cut pieces out of glass plates, including mirrors.
operate automated optical inspection machine
Inspect the quality of assembled printed circuit boards (PCB) or surface-mount devices (SMD) through operating the automated optical inspection machine. During each test, dozens of images are captured with a special camera and compared to previous assembled boards.
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operate optical assembly equipment
Set up and operate optical processing or assembly equipment, such as optical spectrum analysers, power saws, lasers, die bonders, soldering irons, and wire bonders.
operate optical measuring equipment
Operate optical measuring equipment to take client's measurements. Determine bridge and eye size, papillary distance, vertex distance, optical eye centres, etc., in order to manufacture customised eyeglasses or contact lenses.
repair optical equipment
Identify the problem of the optical instrument, check for deterioration, and replace deficient components.
use tools for construction and repair
Construct and repair ships and equipment using hand tools, machine tools, and measuring instruments. Safely carry out emergency or temporary repairs. Take measures to ensure a safe working environment. Use various types of sealants and packaging.
Cross-sector
12 competencesensure conformity to specifications
Ensure that the assembled products are conform to the specifications given.
manipulate glass
Manipulate the properties, shape and size of glass.
meet deadlines
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
operate optical equipment
Use specific optical machinery in order to cut, polish, adjust and refine optics.
perform minor repairs to equipment
Conduct routine maintenance on equipment. Recognise and identify minor defects in equipment and make repairs if appropriate.
read engineering drawings
Read the technical drawings of a product made by the engineer in order to suggest improvements, make models of the product or operate it.
read standard blueprints
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
remove defective products
Remove defective materials from the production line.
replace defect components
Remove defective parts and replace them with functioning components.
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smooth glass surface
Smooth glass or lens surfaces of optical instruments with grinding and polishing tools, such as diamond tools.
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.
verify lenses compliance
Verify that lenses are according to the specifications.
Optional knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesmicrooptics
Optical devices with a size of 1 millimeter or smaller, such as microlenses and micromirrors.
optomechanical devices
Devices which combine mechanical and optical properties, such as precision mirror mounts used in the construction of lasers, optical mounts used in the manufacture of cameras, and optical tables used for optics experiments and engineering.
Cross-sector
4 competencesoptical engineering
Subdiscipline of engineering that deals with the development of optical instruments and applications, such as telescopes, microscopes, lenses, lasers, fibre optic communication, and imaging systems.
optics
The science that studies the elements and reaction of light.
optoelectronic devices
Electronic devices, systems, and components that possess optical features. These devices or components may include electrically driven light sources, such as LEDs and laser diodes, components that can convert light into electricity, such as solar or photovoltaic cells, or devices that can electronically manipulate and control light.
refractive power
Refractive power or optical power is the degree to which an optical system, such as a lens, converges or diverges light. Diverging lenses possess negative refractive power, while converging lenses possess positive refractive power.
Optional skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencescut lenses for eyeglasses
Shape and cut lenses to fit into frames for eyeglasses, according to prescriptions or specifications.
maintain optical equipment
Diagnose and detect malfunctions in optical systems, such as lasers, microscopes, and oscilloscopes. Remove, replace, or repair these systems or system components when necessary. Execute preventative equipment maintenance tasks, such as storing the equipment in clean, dust-free, and non-humid spaces.
order optical supplies
Order optical equipment and materials, paying attention to the price, quality, and suitability of the supplies.
test optical components
Test optical systems, products, and components with appropriate optical testing methods, such as axial ray testing and oblique ray testing.
Cross-sector
5 competencesapply health and safety standards
Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.
colour glass
Apply colouring to glass through a range of glass colouring techniques, such as adding colouring ions, striking or applying heat treatment, using coloring inclusions, applying light scattering techniques or colour coatings.
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.
keep records of work progress
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
resolve equipment malfunctions
Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions. Communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.