architectural drafter
Architectural drafters make drawings of the specifications and ideas provided by architects. They draw architectural drawings using computer-aided equipment and software, or using conventional methods like paper and pen.
Also called: architectural drafting consultant, architectural drafting expert, architecture draughter, architectural draughtsperson, architectural drafting specialist, architectural engineering drafter, architecture drafter, architecture draftsperson
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- essential skills
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- optional skills
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- related roles
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Essential skills
23- building codes
- CAD software
- CADD software
- check architectural drawings on site
- construction legal systems
- construction methods
- create architectural sketches
- create technical plans
- design building retrofitting solutions
- design drawings
- draft design specifications
- draw blueprints
- execute analytical mathematical calculations
- integrate engineering principles in architectural design
- integrated design
- liaise with architects
- manual draughting techniques
- mathematics
- technical drawings
- use CAD software
- use CADD software
- use technical drawing software
- zoning codes
Optional skills
24- advise architects
- advise on architectural matters
- advise on building matters
- advise on construction materials
- apply digital mapping
- architecture regulations
- cartography
- civil engineering
- communicate with construction crews
- coordinate construction activities
- create electrical wiring diagram
- design building envelope systems
- develop a specific interior design
- environmental design
- estimate budget for interior design plans
- manage tender processes
- meet building regulations
- prepare assembly drawings
- prepare building permit applications
- prepare construction documents
- provide cost benefit analysis reports
- topography
- use manual draughting techniques
- use measurement instruments
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