2 Careers in Drafting

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only. © Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 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.

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only. © Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Summarize the role of leadership in society and how it relates to drafting technology. Describe what to expect when entering the world of work. Identify sources of information about careers in drafting technology.

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Drafting Occupations Drafting trainee Junior drafter (detailer, detail drafter, assistant drafter) Drafter Senior drafter Lead drafter or chief drafter

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Drafting Occupations (Cont.) Drafters on all levels must have thorough understanding of: –CAD software –Mathematics –Science –Materials –Manufacturing processes in their areas of specialization

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Drafting-Related Occupations Industrial designers Tool designers Interior designers Teachers Engineers (many types) Architects Modelmakers Technical illustrators

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Industrial Designers Simplify and improve industrial products Aware of changing customs and tastes Possess artistic ability Must have working knowledge of manufacturing techniques and materials Engineering degree recommended

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Tool Designers Design tools, fixtures, jigs, dies, and machine attachments Familiar with machine shop practices Accomplished drafters Must have working knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry Should be familiar with CAD/CAM and robotics

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Interior Designers Design and decorate interior spaces of buildings Space-planning specialists Work directly with architects in designing buildings Must have artistic skill Develop models and color boardscolor boards Train at trade schools, art institutes, colleges, and universities

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Teachers In great demand in technology, career, and technical education Employed by schools and by industry Must have four years of college training to become licensed Additional requirements and experience may apply for technical education teachers –Career and technical education credential –Industrial experience

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Engineers Provide technical and managerial leadership in industry and government Design, plan, and develop products and processes Must meet requirements for licensing –Graduation from approved engineering college –Four years of experience –Passing score on required examination

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Engineering Specialties Aeronautical Mechanical Industrial Marine Structural Civil Electrical/electronic Metallurgical

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Architects Responsible for planning and designing structures May specialize in particular area Make periodic inspections of sites Must meet requirements for professional registration –Bachelor’s degree from accredited college –Internship with architectural firm –Passing score on special examination

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Architectural Specialties Private homes Industrial buildings Schools Commercial buildings (RL Design, Inc.)

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Modelmakers Make models, mockups, and prototypes Must be able to read and understand technical drawings Skilled in working with modelmaking materials

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Technical Illustrators Prepare pictorial artwork for engineering, marketing, and educational purposes Make sketches and drawings according to industry standards Must have both technical and artistic abilities Must have understanding of manual drafting and 3D CAD techniques

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Leadership Required at all organizational levels if company is to become and remain competitive Quality of leadership usually determines if organization will succeed or fail

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Traits of a Good Leader Vision Ability to communicate Persistence Organizational ability Responsibility Willingness to delegate authority

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Gaining Leadership Experience Training available through student technology education organizations –Technology Student Association (TSA) –SkillsUSA –Other career and technical education clubs and organizations at your school

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Leadership Expectations Set a good example Use encouragement and tact to get team members involved Encourage team members to provide possible solutions Make tough, unpopular decisions if needed Set team goals and provide direction

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Preparing for the World of Work Advancing technology creates careers that did not previously exist The only “constant” is change Staying current with knowledge and skills is required to hold employment and advance

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Sources of Career Information School guidance office Industrial technology department Career information centers at colleges and universities United States Department of Labor –Occupational Outlook Handbook Occupational Information Network State Employment Service

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Time Management Assess tasks and estimate time to complete each Develop work schedule Prioritize tasks Set up routine Work cooperatively to meet deadlines –Divide work –Delegate specific tasks to each group member

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Employer Expectations Be cooperative Be dependable Be committed Be respectful Do not engage in harassment Do not engage in discrimination

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Identify career possibilities related to the fields of drafting and design. Possible answers: Industrial designer, tool designer, interior designer, teacher, engineer (many types), architect, modelmaker, technical illustrator

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. _____ designers should have a working knowledge of engineering and manufacturing techniques and materials. Industrial

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Interior designers must be able to develop _____ to describe the interior decoration of the structure. color boards

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Name six traits of a good leader. Vision, ability to communicate, persistence, organizational ability, responsibility, and willingness to delegate authority

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Why is leadership important in industry? Strong and dynamic leadership is required at all levels of an organization if it is to be competitive with other organizations in the same field. The quality of leadership usually determines whether an organization will succeed or fail.

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Why should you continue to train and study after becoming employed? To hold your job and advance in it, you will need to keep up-to-date with the knowledge and skills required by current technology.

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Name two negative behaviors that are not tolerated in the workplace. Harassment and discrimination

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Name the United States Department of Labor publication that provides career information. Occupational Outlook Handbook

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Color boards –Tools interior designers use to describe the interior decoration of the structure. Drafter –A designer who uses manual or CAD methods to make working drawings and detail drawings. Industrial designer –An engineer responsible for simplifying and improving the operation and appearance of industrial products.

Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Interior designer –A space-planning specialist responsible for the physical design and decoration of interior spaces of buildings. Technical illustrator –A designer who prepares pictorial matter for engineering, marketing, or educational purposes.