Coppersmith Metal, Machinery & Related Trades Workers
SaveWhat Does a Coppersmith Do?
Coppersmiths craft and repair items made of non-ferrous metals such as copper, brass and similar materials. They shape and form the raw materials into objects of practical or artistic purpose using smithing tools. Professional coppersmiths create detailed and highly technical devices using appropriate smithing techniques.
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Where Do I Start?
Manufacturing Of Metal Structures
The production of metal structures for construction.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Coppersmith
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialManufacturing Of Metal Structures knowledge
The production of metal structures for construction.
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EssentialNon-ferrous Metal Processing knowledge
Various processing methods on non-ferrous metals and alloys such as copper, zinc and aluminium.
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EssentialCold Forging knowledge
The metalworking process of forging whilst hot metal is right below its recrystallisation temperature, being cooled and solidified after casting.
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EssentialDesign Drawings knowledge
Understand design drawings detailing the design of products, tools, and engineering systems.
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EssentialForging Processes knowledge
The various processes in the metalforming practices of forging, such as swaging, open-die forging, automatic hot forging, cogging, impression-die forging, roll forging, upsetting, press forging, and others.
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EssentialManufacturing Of Metal Household Articles knowledge
The manufacture of flatware , hollowware , dinnerware and other non-electrical utensils for use at the table or in the kitchen.
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EssentialManufacturing Of Small Metal Parts knowledge
The manufacture of metal cable, plaited bands and other articles of that typr, uninsulated or insulated cable not capable of being used as a conductor of electricity, coated or cored …
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EssentialTypes Of Metal knowledge
Qualities, specifications, applications and reactions to different fabricating processes of various types of metal, such as steel, aluminium, brass, copper and others.
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EssentialTypes Of Metal Manufacturing Processes knowledge
Metal processes linked to the different types of metal, such as casting processes, heat treatment processes, repair processes and other metal manufacturing processes.
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EssentialChemical Technologies In Metal Manufacture knowledge
The chemical procedures and technologies used in basic metal production.
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EssentialApply Precision Metalworking Techniques skill
Comply with precision standards specific to an organisation or product in metalworking, involved in processes such as engraving, precise cutting, welding.
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EssentialApply Preliminary Treatment To Workpieces skill
Apply preparatory treatment, through mechanical or chemical processes, to the workpiece preceding the main operation.
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EssentialCut Metal Products skill
Operate cutting and measuring instruments in order to cut/shape pieces of metal into given dimensions.
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EssentialEnsure Correct Metal Temperature skill
Ensure the necessary, usually constant, temperature of processed metal workpieces during metal fabrication processes.
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EssentialManipulate Metal skill
Manipulate the properties, shape and size of metal.
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EssentialMark Processed Workpiece skill
Inspect and mark parts of the workpiece to indicate how they will fit into the finished product.
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EssentialOperate Precision Measuring Equipment skill
Measure the size of a processed part when checking and marking it to check if it is up to standard by use of two and three dimensional precision measuring equipment …
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EssentialSmooth Burred Surfaces skill
Inspect and smooth burred surfaces of steel and metal parts.
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EssentialWear Appropriate Protective Gear skill
Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.
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EssentialApply Smithing Techniques skill
Apply techniques and use technologies in relation to the various smithing processes, including sculpting, forging, upsetting, heat treating, and finishing.
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EssentialAssess Suitability Of Metal Types For Specific Application skill
Assess the physical nature and structural composition of various metals and alloys, and analyse how the materials behave in different circumstances.
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EssentialCast Metal skill
Pour liquid metal into the hollow cavity of a mould, which contains the future product's desired shape, place it into a furnace and then cool it and let it solidify.
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EssentialManipulate Copper skill
Shape and manipulate copper materials using the appropriate non-ferrous metal processing techniques. Form the copper object into a product of practical or artistic use.
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EssentialProduce Customised Products skill
Produce goods designed and created to fit the specific needs or request of a customer.
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EssentialWork In Metal Manufacture Teams skill
Ability to work confidently within a metal manufacturing group with each doing a part but all subordinating personal prominence to the efficiency of the whole.
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Optional Skills (5 of 16 displayed)
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OptionalMetal Joining Technologies knowledge
The various technologies used for the joining and assembling of fabricated metal workpieces.
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OptionalActing And Directing Techniques knowledge
Range of training and rehearsal techniches that seek to encourage emotionally expressive performances. Techniques to address all aspects in making a film, play, performance in general.
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OptionalHot Forging knowledge
The metalworking process of forging whilst the hot metal is right above its recrystallisation temperature after casting and being solidified.
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OptionalDefine Artistic Approach skill
Define your own artistic approach by analysing your previous work and your expertise, identifying the components of your creative signature, and starting from these explorations to describe your artistic vision.
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OptionalHeat Metals skill
Heat steel and metals in fire; adjust and regulate heat controls to reach appropriate pouring temperature.
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OptionalJoin Metals skill
Join together pieces of metal using soldering and welding materials.
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OptionalManage Artistic Career skill
Present yourself and your artistic approach. Position your work in target markets. Promote and market yourself and your oeuvre.
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OptionalManage Artistic Project skill
Manage an artistic project. Determine project needs. Establish partnerships. Manage the budget, schedule, contractual agreements and assess the project.
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OptionalSelect Artistic Materials To Create Artworks skill
Select artistic materials based on strength, colour, texture, balance, weight, size, and other characteristics that should guarantee the feasibility of the artistic creation regarding the expected shape, color, etc. - …
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OptionalWork Independently As An Artist skill
Develop one's own ways of doing artistic performances, motivating oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
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OptionalAdmit Basic Metals To Furnace skill
Prepare and select the materials ready to furnace.
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OptionalConcretise Artistic Concept skill
Guide the performers to combine various components of their work in order to add precision to the artistic concept.
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OptionalExtract Materials From Furnace skill
Remove materials from the furnace using a crane, a conveyor, by tilting the furnace, or using other methods.
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OptionalLoad Materials Into Furnace skill
Load materials in furnace with correct positioning, fastening and levelling when needed.
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OptionalMaintain Furnace Temperature skill
Monitor and govern the pyrometer to control the furnace temperature.
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OptionalOperate Furnace skill
Operate or tend furnaces, such as gas, oil, coal, electric-arc or electric induction, open-hearth, or oxygen furnaces, to melt and refine metal before casting, to produce specified types of steel, …
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