© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 1 UNIT 6 Fields, Careers, Work Skills

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 2 Learning Objectives List various career options in architecture and residential construction. Compare the duties and educational requirements of various occupations in architecture and construction. (continued)

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 3 Careers in Architecture and Construction Home design and construction requires the knowledge and skills of a variety of tradeworkers and professionals. Take a look at the duties, functions, responsibilities, and educational requirements of each career choice presented.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 4 Architect An architect performs certain duties and has responsibilities in several areas.architect –Designs structures by working closely with a client. –Prepares working drawings. –Assists in selecting a building contractor. –Checks on the progress of construction. Educational requirements may vary. –General practice requires a bachelor’s degree 5/6 years and a license.bachelor’s degree

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 5 Architect The architect checks on the work in progress.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 6 Architectural Drafter An architectural drafter has responsibilities in several areas.architectural drafter –Draws working drawings that the architect has designed. –Often begins as a junior drafter. Educational requirements are common. –Associates Degree in architectural drawing. –Proficiency with CAD is desirable. –Further technical study is desirable.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 7 Architectural Drafter AutoCAD and Revit software are common tools of the architectural drafter.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 8 Architectural Illustrator An architectural illustrator has responsibilities in several areas.architectural illustrator –Prepares drawings, sketches, renderings, and illustrations to present ideas for laypersons or sales literature. –Must have artistic skill and experience in CAD illustration and Rendering. Educational requirements are common. –Associates Degree with courses in architecture and art.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 9 Architectural Illustrator Architectural illustrators use many techniques to communicate the plan to others.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 10 Specifications Writer A specifications writer has responsibilities in several areas.specifications writer –Prepares the written information needed to describe materials, methods, and fixtures in a structure. –Must be knowledgeable in all phases of construction. Educational requirements are common. –A college degree is normally required.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 11 Specifications Writer A specifications writer checks the exacting details of all requirements to go into the contract of an architectural project.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 12 Estimator An estimator performs duties in several areas.estimator –Calculates the cost of materials and labor for a building. –Prepares all of the necessary paperwork related to the cost of the structure. Educational requirements are common. –Normally a college degree with emphasis in math or economics. –Computer experience is usually required.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 13 Estimator An estimator reviews the set of drawings to prepare the cost of materials.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 14 Land Surveyor A land surveyor performs duties in several areas.land surveyor –Establishes areas and boundaries of real estate property. –Prepares property descriptions, maps, plats, and written specifications. Educational requirements are common. –Bachelor’s degree in surveying or civil engineering. –CADD experience is desirable.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 15 Land Surveyor A surveying team usually includes a rod worker, chain worker, instrument worker, and party chief.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 16 Surveying Technician The surveying technician shown is collecting information about a building site that will be measured more accurately with typical surveying instruments. (Rolatape Corporation)

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 17 Teaching Architectural Drafting Opportunities exist at several levels. –High school –Vocational school –Community college –University Educational requirements vary. –Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree. –An advanced degree is required to teach at the college level.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 18 Construction Engineer A Construction Engineer has responsibilities in several areas. –Qualified for both supervisory and technical roles in the construction industry. –Specializations include managing construction, purchasing, and site supervision. Educational requirements are common. –Bachelor’s degree in construction Management and experience in the field.

© Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only 19 Residential Designer A residential designer has responsibilities in several areas.residential designer –Plans and designs residential structures. –Is knowledgeable about codes, ordinances, design options, and product choices. Educational requirements are common. –Must have at least 6 years of higher education and professional design experience to be certified.