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Drafting & Design

Career Research for this Program:  O*Net

Course Description:
 

Drafting careers are changing rapidly as computer technology replaces traditional procedures and functions.  The course instructs students in industry standards while using one of the most up-to-date drafting laboratories in the area.  The Drafting & Design program prepares students to step into the workplace or it gives them an important edge, if choosing to further their education in this field.  Drafting, mechanical drafting and CAD involve making precise, instrument-aided drawings that show how to construct machines, buildings and infrastructures. 
 

The Drafting & Design curriculum includes all facets of drawing, including preparation of reports, charts and data sheets.  The Drafting & Design program is designed for those students interested in drafting, mechanical design, engineering and architectural drawing.
 

Prospective students should possess the following characteristics: creative mind and good imagination, logical thinking, basic math skills, accuracy and artistic ability.
 

Employment Opportunities: 

  • Architectural draftsperson

  • Structural draftsperson

  • Civil draftsperson

  • Technical illustrator

  • Electronic draftsperson

  • Mechanical detailer

  • Mold design trainee

"Plus Education" Employment Opportunities: 

  • Registered architect

  • Specifications writer

  • Architectural engineer

  • Civil or construction engineer

  • CAD technician

  • Land surveyor

  • Layout person

  • Estimator

  • Mechanical engineer

  • Map maker

On To College--Post-Secondary Partners:
  • Bryant & Stratton College

  • Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

  • Gannon University

  • Pennsylvania College of Technology

  • Penn State Erie - The Behrend College

  • Triangle Tech

National Skill Standards:  American Design Drafting Association (ADDA)

Course Information:

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