
Drafting and Construction Technology (6222)

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At a Glance
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This college credit certificate program is designed to prepare students for entry level employment in the drafting, design and construction field of study. |
Employment Opportunities |
This credit program is designed to prepare students for employment as a drafting specialist, construction specialist, or to provide supplemental education and training for persons previously or currently employed in the drafting/construction fields.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
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Job Outlook |
Florida's Employment and Outlook (State-wide)
Outlook: Stable
Growth is estimated to be 14%
Job Openings: 388 estimated annual job openings (154 due to growth and 234 due to replacement) Employment: 8,641 were employed in this occupation
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Salary Information |
Florida Earnings
Average Annual Wage: $43,930
Entry Annual Wage: $29,536
Experienced Annual Wage: $51,106
Entry Hourly Wage: $14.20
Experienced Hourly Wage: $24.57
Average Hourly Wage: $21.12
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| Special Skills or Qualifications Needed |
Good spatial, mechanical and math abilities. Must like precision work and be able to sit for long periods of time and have excellent concentration skills.
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| Career Path Notes |
Credits from this cerificate program will transfer directly into the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degreee in Industrial (Operations) Management Technology. |
Career Planning Suggestions for Success |
Thoroughly research the occupation and talk with a Drafter in the field. The PBCC Career Consultants Network may have the name of a person you can contact. Refer to the Career Center information listed below.
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