| Description |
xiii, 144 pages ; 21 cm. |
| Series |
VGM opportunities series |
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VGM opportunities series.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 97). |
| Contents |
World of metalworking: Importance of metalworking; History of metalworking; Why a metalworking career; Exploring further -- Metalworking: a modern technology: Types of metalworking jobs; Diverse job possibilities -- Sheet-metal working: Job titles; Typical work performed; Working conditions; Background or skills needed; Learning the trade; Questions to ask yourself -- Machining and machine operation: Work of Machinist; Work of machine operators; Job titles; Training options; Working environment -- Structural and reinforcing metalworking: Typical jobs undertaken; Working environment; Background or skills needed; Learning the trade -- Welding: Working process; Job titles; Work performed; Job tasks; Skills and aptitudes needed; Acquiring welding skills -- Jewelry making: Typical work performed; Job titles; Special job features; Career advantages; Learning the trade -- Gaining the right training: Learning through apprenticeship; Training on the job; Government-sponsored training programs; Metalworking programs offered by schools and colleges; Paying for training; Obtaining financial aid -- Earnings, benefits, and special opportunities: Earnings; Fringe benefits; Job openings; Expanding programs for women and minorities; Career possibilities for the handicapped -- Where to go from here: Finding a job; Doing well in job interviews. |
| Subject |
Metal-work -- Vocational guidance.
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| Added Title |
Metalworking careers. |
| ISBN |
0844285374 cloth 12.95 |
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0844285382 softbound $9.95 |
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