Lesson Plan
Course Title: Flexible Manufacturing
Session Title: Flexible Manufacturing Industry
Performance Objective:
After completing this lesson, the students will be able to explain the three types of industries in
the field of flexible manufacturing; and will demonstrate workforce skills by writing a résumé and
interview answers to basic interview questions.
Specific Objectives:
 Compare the different industries in flexible manufacturing (Sheet Metal, Welding, and
Precision Machining).
 Identify the skills, training and education needed for the flexible manufacturing
industries.
 Understand the job outlooks for the flexible manufacturing industries.
 Prepare the basic application information for seeking employment.
 Prepare a résumé.
 List answers to questions asked in interviews.
Preparation
TEKS Correlations:
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to the
activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
Flexible Manufacturing:

130.327(c)(2)(C)
...demonstrate the skills required in the workplace such as interviewing skills, flexibility,
willingness to learn new skills and acquire knowledge, self-discipline, self-worth, positive
attitude, and integrity in a work situation;

130.327(c)(4)(C)
...examine the sheet metal industry;
Interdisciplinary Correlations:
English Language Arts and Reading, English II:

110.32(b)(16)(D)
… an organizing structure appropriate to the purpose, audience, and context
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Career Preparation I:

127.13(c)(1)(C)(D)(E)
…develop a personal résumé;
…complete job search documents, including job applications and I-9 and W-4
forms;
…demonstrate proper interview techniques in various situations;
Occupational Correlation (reference: O*Net – www.onetonline.org:
Sheet Metal Workers 47-2211.00
Similar Job Titles: Sheet Metal Mechanic, Sheet Metal Worker, Journeyman Sheet Metal
Worker, HVAC Sheet Metal Installer
Tasks:
 Determine project requirements, including scope, assembly sequences, and required
methods and materials, according to blueprints, drawings, and written or verbal
instructions.
 Lay out, measure, and mark dimensions and reference lines on material, such as roofing
panels, according to drawings or templates, using calculators, scribes, dividers, squares,
and rulers.
 Fasten seams or joints together with welds, bolts, cement, rivets, solder, caulks, metal
drive clips, or bonds to assemble components into products or to repair sheet metal
items.
Skills: Critical Thinking Judgment and Decision Making Time Management
Teacher Preparation:
The teacher needs to review the Flexible Manufacturing Industry PowerPoint presentation and
prepare the handouts.
References:
1. O*NET U.S. Department of Labor
 http://www.onetonline.org/
2. Occupational Outlook Handbooks
 http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos214.htm
 http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos226.htm
 http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos223.htm
3. Texas Job Hunter’s Guide
 http://www.twc.state.tx.us/news/tjhg/toc.html
Instructional Aids:
1. Flexible Manufacturing Industry PowerPoint presentation
2. Pencil or pen
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3. Paper
Materials Needed:
1. Flexible Manufacturing Industries Worksheet handout for each student
2. Manufacturing Employment Application Form handout for each student
3. Résumé handout for each student
Equipment Needed:
1. Computer
2. Data projector
Learner Preparation:
No advance preparation required.
Introduction
Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):
SAY: The Flexible Manufacturing Industries are divided into three distinct industrial processes.
ASK: Does anyone know what these three divisions are called?
SAY: Yes, they are Sheet Metal, Welding, and Precision Machining. The presentation will cover
these as well as the skills needed, education requirements and the outlook for these industries.
ASK: What forms will you need to complete to apply for a job and why? (Allow time for students
to answer.)
SAY: Employment application, and a résumé. And you will need to practice interview
questions, so you will be prepared for an interview.
SHOW: Flexible Manufacturing Industries Worksheet, Manufacturing Employment Application
Form, and a Résumé
ASK: What questions could be on an interview? (Allow time for students to respond with any
reasonable answer.)
ASK: What is the significance of the questions? (Allow time for students to respond with any
reasonable answer.)
SHOW: Flexible Manufacturing Industries PowerPoint presentation.
Outline
Outline (LSI Quadrant II):
Instructors can use the PowerPoint presentation, slides, handouts, and note pages in
conjunction with the following outline.
MI
Outline
Notes to Instructor
I. Introduction to Flexible Manufacturing Industries
A. Types of industries
B. Sheet Metal Industry with a description,
skills needed, educational requirements
and outlook
Distribute the Flexible
Manufacturing
Industries Worksheet
at the beginning of the
class for students to
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C. Welding Industry with a description, skills
needed, educational requirements and
outlook
D. Precision Metal Industry with a description,
skills needed, educational requirements
and outlook
use during the
presentation.
Begin the Flexible
Manufacturing
Industries PowerPoint
presentation.
Slides 1-17
These slides explain
the different industries
of Flexible
Manufacturing. This
section describes each
type of industry with
the skills required,
education suggested
and the job outlook for
each industry type.
II. Workforce Skills or Soft Skills
A. List of skills
B. Explanation of interview skills needed
C. Explanation of other job skills
D. Other skills the employer looks for in an
employee
Slides 18-26
These slides discuss
the skills an employer
is looking for in an
employee. Interview
skills, personal
characteristics
III. Resources
Slide 27
IV. Manufacturing Employment Application Form
A. Students complete form
B. Have students fill in a résumé
C. Students research interviewing questions
on the internet
D. Students list answers to questions asked
in an interview
Distribute the
Manufacturing
Employment
Application Form
handout and Résumé
handout. Have the
students complete
each for a grade.
Have the students list
answers to questions
asked in an interview
for a grade.
.
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Verbal
Linguistic
Logical
Mathematical
Visual
Spatial
Musical
Rhythmic
Bodily
Kinesthetic
Intrapersonal
Interpersonal
Naturalist
Existentialist
Application
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
The teacher guides the student through the Flexible Manufacturing Industries PowerPoint
presentation and class discussion about the industries and soft skills needed for employment.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
The students will research the interview questions and list questions to review before an
interview.
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
Question: Why is it important to know the job outlook for an industry or profession?
Answer: The job outlook tells how many openings are available in the industry
or profession and the expected salary.
Question: Why are workforce skills important to understand when applying for a job?
Answer: The employer is trying to find out if you would be able to fit in the company
workforce. The employer wants to find out as much as possible about you by
your application, résumé and interview.
Evaluation
Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):
The students will have to explain the different types of industries and the importance of
workforce (soft skills) from the employer’s point of view.
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
The student will be graded on the Manufacturing Employment Application Form and the
Résumé form. The student will be graded on the list of interview question researched on the
internet.
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Extension
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
The students could interview each other asking the questions they researched.
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Name____________________________________ Date___________________ Period____
Flexible Manufacturing Industries Worksheet
Sheet Metal Industries:
Description ___________________________________________________________________
Skills________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Training and Education _________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Job Outlook __________________________________________________________________
Welding Industries:
Description ___________________________________________________________________
Skills________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Training and Education _________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Job Outlook __________________________________________________________________
Precision Machining Industries:
Description ___________________________________________________________________
Skills________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Training and Education _________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Job Outlook __________________________________________________________________
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Manufacturing Employment Application Form
Please print all information requested except signature.
APPLICANTS MAY BE TESTED FOR ILLEGAL DRUGS
Date __________________
Name _______________________________________________________________________________
Last
First
Middle Initial
Address _____________________________________________________________________________
Number
Street
City
State
Zip
Telephone Number ____ ______________________ Social Security No. XXX – XX - _____________
If under 18, please list age ___________
Salary desired ___________________
Days/hours available to work
____ No Preference _____Mon _____Tue _____ Wed
____ Thurs _____ Fri _____ Sat _____ Sun
How many hours can you work weekly? ___________________ Can you work nights? ___________
When are you available to start working? _____________________________________
Type of School
Name, City, State
Years
Attended
Diploma or
Degree
High School
College
Bus. Or Trade
School
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? _____ No
_____ Yes
If you answer yes, then give date and details.
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
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References
Name _________________________________
Name _________________________________
Position ________________________________
Position ________________________________
Company _______________________________
Company _______________________________
Address ________________________________
Address ________________________________
________________________________
________________________________
Telephone _(_____)________________________
Telephone _(_____)________________________
Employment History
Employer ________________________________
Employer ________________________________
Address _________________________________
Address _________________________________
_________________________________
_________________________________
Position _________________________________
Position _________________________________
Salary
Salary
_________________________________
_________________________________
Reason for leaving
Reason for leaving
___________________________________________ ________________________________________
___________________________________________ ________________________________________
Telephone _(____)_________________________
Telephone _(____)_________________________
Skill Summary (Circle the skills you think you possess.)
Measurement
Micrometer
Dial Caliper
Sheet Metal
Folder
Shear
Plasma Arc
Brake
Cutter
Oxyacetylene
Arc Welder
MIG
TIG
Hand Tools
Blueprints
CNC Lathe
Engine Lathe
Mill
Power Tools
Grinders
Sanders
Drill Press
Assembly
Please summarize your skills. _____________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
What skills would you like to learn? _________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________
__________________________________
Print Name
Date
_______________________________________
_(______)__________________________
Signature
Telephone
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Résumé
Name: ______________________________________________
Address ______________________________________________
Phone ______________________________
E-mail ______________________________________________________________________
Education
School
Degree
Date
School
Degree
Date
School
Degree
Date
Awards
Work Experience
Job Title
Date
Company
Job Responsibilities
Job Title
Date
Company
Job Responsibilities
Volunteer Work
Hobbies
References
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