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Occupation information matching Computer Technician
17-3011.00   Architectural and Civil Drafters

O*NET SOC Title
Lay Titles
Computer Aided Design Designer
Computer Aided Design Drafter
Computer Aided Design Draughter
Computer Aided Drafter
Computer Aided Drafting and Design Operator
Computer-Aided Design Technician
Computer-Aided Design Designer
Computer-Aided Design Drafter
Computer-Aided Design Draftsman
Computer-Aided Design Operator
Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Drafter
Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Operator
Computer-Aided Drafter
Computer-Aided Drafting Designer
Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Drafter
Architectural Computer-Aided Design Technician
Architectural Computer-Aided Design Drafter
Architectural Technician
Architectural CAD Technician
Architecture Technician
Auto Computer-Aided Design Designer
Auto Computer-Aided Design Drafter
CAD Technician
Civil Computer-Aided Design Designer
Civil Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Technician
Civil Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Designer
Civil Technician
Civil CADD Technician
Drafting Technician
O*NET SOC Description
O*NET SOC Tasks
Analyze building codes, by-laws, space and site requirements, and other technical documents and reports to determine their effect on architectural designs.
Calculate weights, volumes, and stress factors and their implications for technical aspects of designs.
Lay out and plan interior room arrangements for commercial buildings, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.
Prepare cost estimates, contracts, bidding documents, and technical reports for specific projects under an architect's or engineer's supervision.
Produce drawings, using computer-assisted drafting systems (CAD) or drafting machines, or by hand, using compasses, dividers, protractors, triangles, and other drafting devices.
Supervise and train other technologists, technicians, and drafters.
Supervise or conduct field surveys, inspections, or technical investigations to obtain data required to revise construction drawings.
Detailed Work Activities
Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects.
Evaluate technical data to determine effect on designs or plans.
Explain engineering drawings, specifications, or other technical information.
Prepare technical reports for internal use.
Provide technical guidance to other personnel.
Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.
Review technical documents to plan work.
Review details of technical drawings or specifications.
Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.