1. Careers in Drafting and Design  Objectives: Identify many career possibilities related to the fields of drafting and design Cite many of the skills needed to prepare for the various fields that use drafting Identify the traits of leadership Summarize the role of leadership in society and how it relates to drafting technology Identify sources of information about careers in drafting technology E:\48_54100\DOCUMENTS\POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS\02_CAREERS_IN_DRAFTING_&_DESIGN.PPT

2. Drafting Occupations  Job titles and duties vary from company to company  Drafters Make working plans and detailed drawings. Work from sketches and notes Begins as a trainee drafter  Redraws or repairs damaged drawings Advances to:  Junior drafter / Detailer / Detail Drafter / Assistant Drafter

3. Drafting Occupations  Drafters stages Junior drafter / Detailer / Detail Drafter / Assistant Drafter Advances to Senior Drafter (Complex work) Lead Drafter / Chief Drafter  Most specialize  Must be able to draw Rapidly, Accurately, and Neatly  Need a working knowledge of computer graphics

4. Drafting Occupations  Must have a thorough understanding of: Mathematics Science Materials Manufacturing Processes

5. Employment  Manufacturing Industries  Architectural Firms  Engineering Firms  Local, State, and Federal Government

6. Industrial Designers  Influence most every item used in our daily living  Many are on staff of major automobile manufacturers  Chief Function: Simplify and improve the operation and appearance of industrial products  Need Engineering Degree

7. Teachers  Satisfying and challenging  Four years of college training

8. Engineers  Usually specialize in: Aeronautical Industrial Marine Structural Civil Electrical/Electronic Metallurgy  Provide technical and managerial leadership  Design & Develop new products and processes  PE – 4-years College, 4-years experience, & passing exam

9. Architect  Plan & Design structures  Consult w/ client on: Purpose of building Size Location Cost range Other requirements  Makes periodic inspections of building  Most are licensed

10. Technical Illustrators  Prepares pictorial matter for engineering, marketing or educational purposes  Must have artistic ability

11. Leadership in Drafting Technology  Ability to be a leader What makes a Good Leader  Persistence  Organizational Qualities  Responsibility  Delegates Authority Leadership Experience Good Example

12. Information on Drafting Technology  Occupational outlook Handbook  Dictionary of Occupational Titles  State Employment Service

13. Professional Trade Associations  ADDA American Design and Drafting Association  AIA American Institute of Architects  ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers