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Architectural and Civil Drafters in The United States
(Delineantes arquitectónicos y civiles)
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. Utilize knowledge of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to complete drawings.
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) | 17-3011.00 |
Career Interests | RI |
Minimum education required | (Associate) Associate's degree |
Minimum work experience required | (None) None |
Job training required | (None) None |
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028) | 0.18 (low growth) |
Current number of workers in USA (2018) | 101,200 |
Projected number of workers in USA (2028) | 103,000 |
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028) | 10,700 |
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019) | $35,890 |
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019) | $58,080 |
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019) | $82,230 |
Career Cluster | Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (Ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas) |
Major Occupational Group | Architecture and Engineering |
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