Description/Duties
A Die Designer designs all cutting and forming dies by:
- Demonstrating Safe Working Practices and Techniques
- Reading and Interpreting a Piece Part Drawing
- Conveying Information to CAD Program/System
- Determining the Type of Die
- Designing a Layout of Sequence of Operations
- Creating a Tooling Design
- Dimensioning the Die Design
- Finalizing the Die Drawing/Design
- Implementing Construction of the Die
A Die Designer demonstrates knowledge of:
- The Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Machining Principles and Techniques
- Die and Tooling Design Technology
- Drafting Techniques
- Die Making Mechanical Systems
- Hydraulic, Pneumatics, and Electrical Technology
- Stamping Technology
For more information, see Ontario College of Trades Training Standards
