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	Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some may require a bachelor's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers.

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	Machinists

Machinists learn their job skills in apprenticeship programs, informally on the job, in vocational high schools, and in community or technical colleges. Many entrants previously have worked as machine setters, operators, or tenders. Employment is projected to decline slowly, but job opportunities are expected to be good.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Machinists
Machine Shops; Turned Product; and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing	92,020
Employment Services	23,740
Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing	21,750
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing	21,590
Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing	19,950
Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing	15,060
Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing	12,240
Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing	11,760
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing	7,780
Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing	7,630

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