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Every building project must be carefully drawn before construction begins. Drafters convert the sketches and notes of engineers and designers to physical plans that builders can then follow. In the past, drafters worked with specialized drawing tools and blue print paper. Today, they work almost entirely on the computers. A drafter's work includes:
- preparing working plans and detailed drawings to specific dimensions;
- using knowledge of machines, engineering practices, math, building materials, and other physical sciences when preparing these plans;
- using computers drafting programs, such as CAD, which stands for Computer-Aided Design.
| Education: |
On-the-job training or two-year degree in drafting. |
| Certificates, licenses: |
Not generally required. Certifications are available from the American Design Drafting Association. |
| Desirable traits and skills: |
Mechanical and visual thinker; artistic; good fine motor skills; good problem solving skills. | |
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