Jigs, fixtures, and problem-solving skills focus on planning, efficiency, accuracy, and adaptability. These skills show a student’s ability to think ahead, work safely, and respond professionally when challenges arise.
Designing a custom jig involves creating a purpose-built guide or fixture to improve safety, accuracy, or repeatability.
This skill demonstrates the ability to adapt a jig or fixture while maintaining proper safety and functionality.
Process planning means thinking through steps ahead of time to minimize mistakes and wasted material.
Tool selection justification shows understanding why a specific tool was chosen over alternatives.
This skill involves correcting errors cleanly and intentionally, rather than hiding or ignoring them.