Drafting and Design Technology (A169 - 2178)
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At a Glance
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(This program is currently under revision.)
This degree program prepares the student for employment in the field of technical graphical representation.
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Employment Opportunities |
Upon completion of this program, you may seek employment as a
CAD Drafter, Engineering Technician, or Drafting Assistant
Drafters prepare technical drawings and plans used by production and construction workers to build everything from manufactured products such as toys, toasters, industrial machinery, and spacecraft to structures such as houses, office buildings, and oil and gas pipelines. Drafters’ drawings provide visual guidelines; show the technical details of the products and structures; and specify dimensions, materials, and procedures. Drafters fill in technical details using drawings, rough sketches, specifications, codes, and calculations previously made by engineers, surveyors, architects, or scientists. AD Drafter, Engineering Technician, or Drafting Assistant.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
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Job Outlook |
According to the Department of Labor, the job outlook for drafters is stable with a 1% annual growth rate in Florida.
Industrial growth and increasingly complex design problems associated with new products and manufacturing processes will increase the demand for drafting services. Further, drafters are beginning to break out of the traditional drafting role and increasingly do work traditionally performed by engineers and architects, thus also increasing demand for drafters. However, the greater use of CADD equipment by drafters, as well as by architects and engineers, should limit demand for lesser skilled drafters, resulting in slower-than-average overall employment growth.
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Salary Information |
Salaries in Palm Beach County vary form $13.75 an hour ($28,600 annually) to $24.47 an hour ($50,898 annually) according to the Florida Department of Labor. However small employers may offer less for entry-level and part-time positions.
Earnings vary depend on size of organization, location, skills, responsibilities and specialization.
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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 earned in the PSAV program in Architectural Drafting will transfer into this degree program.
Many programs have transfer agreements with other colleges and universities that allow students to transfer course or program credit into a four-year program. For information on transfer agreements, visit www.pbcc.edu/transfer.xml |
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. Complete the PSAV Drafting Program as a first step.
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