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| Drafting Defined |
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Using specialized equipment to produce drawings according to specific industry standards. |
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| Who is a Drafter? |
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Drafters translate information and sketches from engineers, architects, and scientists into detailed drawings that are used in manufacturing and construction. |
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| Drafting Occupations |
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Architectural—commercial and residential buildings |
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Civil—roads, highways, dams, site plans, maps |
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Electronic—electronic components |
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Electrical—electrical device layout, wiring, power substations |
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Mechanical—mechanical assemblies and parts |
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Structural—commercial buildings, bridges, concrete and steel structures |
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… and many more! |
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| Drafting Variety |
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Drafters often create a variety of drawings even though they may be employed in a certain field or focus on a specific product. For example, an architectural drafter may be involved in preparing architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC (heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning) and civil drawings.
Drafters are often involved in multiple other tasks such as: |
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Surveying and taking measurements |
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Research and development |
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Design |
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Sales |
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Product support |
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… and more! |
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| Drafting as a Launch Pad |
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Becoming a drafter can “open many doors”. |
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Drafters often start as entry level drafting technicians, and then typically advance into higher level drafting and design positions. |
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With additional education, drafters go on to become architects, engineers, and more! |
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