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Architectural and Civil Drafters

Prepare detailed drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or drawings and topographical relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, and public works. Use knowledge of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to complete drawings.

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28 tasks22 core, 3 supplemental, 3 not rated
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Architecture & EngineeringOne of its 59 occupations
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17-3011.00SOC 2018: 17-3011

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  1. Task 1. Produce drawings, using computer-assisted drafting systems (CAD) or drafting machines, or by hand, using compasses, dividers, protractors, triangles, and other drafting devices.Core taskTask 21917Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  2. Task 2. Draft plans and detailed drawings for structures, installations, and construction projects, such as highways, sewage disposal systems, and dikes, working from sketches or notes.Core taskTask 21918Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  3. Task 3. Coordinate structural, electrical, and mechanical designs and determine a method of presentation to graphically represent building plans.Core taskTask 21919Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  4. Task 4. Analyze building codes, by-laws, space and site requirements, and other technical documents and reports to determine their effect on architectural designs.Core taskTask 21920Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  5. Task 5. Draw maps, diagrams, and profiles, using cross-sections and surveys, to represent elevations, topographical contours, subsurface formations, and structures.Core taskTask 21921Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  6. Task 6. Lay out and plan interior room arrangements for commercial buildings, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.Core taskTask 21922Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  7. Task 7. Supervise and train other technologists, technicians, and drafters.Core taskTask 21923Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  8. Task 8. Determine the order of work and method of presentation, such as orthographic or isometric drawing.Core taskTask 21924Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  9. Task 9. Finish and duplicate drawings and documentation packages according to required mediums and specifications for reproduction, using blueprinting, photography, or other duplicating methods.Core taskTask 21925Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  10. Task 10. Draw rough and detailed scale plans for foundations, buildings, and structures, based on preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets, and other data.Core taskTask 21926Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  11. Task 11. Correlate, interpret, and modify data obtained from topographical surveys, well logs, and geophysical prospecting reports.Core taskTask 21927Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  12. Task 12. Check dimensions of materials to be used and assign numbers to lists of materials.Core taskTask 21928Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  13. Task 13. Determine procedures and instructions to be followed, according to design specifications and quantity of required materials.Core taskTask 21929Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  14. Task 14. Supervise or conduct field surveys, inspections, or technical investigations to obtain data required to revise construction drawings.Core taskTask 21930Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  15. Task 15. Explain drawings to production or construction teams and provide adjustments as necessary.Core taskTask 21931Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  16. Task 16. Obtain and assemble data to complete architectural designs, visiting job sites to compile measurements as necessary.Core taskTask 21932Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  17. Task 17. Determine quality, cost, strength, and quantity of required materials, and enter figures on materials lists.Core taskTask 21933Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  18. Task 18. Locate and identify symbols on topographical surveys to denote geological and geophysical formations or oil field installations.Core taskTask 21934Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  19. Task 19. Create freehand drawings and lettering to accompany drawings.Core taskTask 21935Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  20. Task 20. Calculate excavation tonnage and prepare graphs and fill-hauling diagrams for use in earth-moving operations.Core taskTask 21936Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  21. Task 21. Prepare colored drawings of landscape and interior designs for presentation to client.Core taskTask 21937Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  22. Task 22. Calculate weights, volumes, and stress factors and their implications for technical aspects of designs.Core taskTask 21938Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  23. Task 23. Plot characteristics of boreholes for oil and gas wells from photographic subsurface survey recordings and other data, representing depth, degree, and direction of inclination.Supplemental taskTask 21939Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  24. Task 24. Reproduce drawings on copy machines or trace copies of plans and drawings, using transparent paper or cloth, ink, pencil, and standard drafting instruments.Supplemental taskTask 21940Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  25. Task 25. Calculate heat loss and gain of buildings and structures to determine required equipment specifications, following standard procedures.Supplemental taskTask 21941Rated by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  26. Task 26. Prepare cost estimates, contracts, bidding documents, and technical reports for specific projects under an architect's or engineer's supervision.Not ratedTask 21942Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  27. Task 27. Represent architect or engineer on construction site, ensuring builder compliance with design specifications and advising on design corrections, under supervision.Not ratedTask 21943Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  28. Task 28. Review rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data to ensure that they conform to design concepts.Not ratedTask 21944Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020

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