Drafters and Engineering Technicians

The type and quality of postsecondary drafting programs vary considerably; prospective students should be careful in selecting a program.
Employment is projected to grow more slowly than average.
Opportunities should be best for individuals with at least 2 years of postsecondary training in drafting and considerable skill and experience using computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) systems.
Demand for drafters varies by specialty and depends on the needs of local industry, particularly architectural and engineering services and manufacturing.

Because the type and quality of training programs vary considerably, prospective students should carefully investigate training programs before enrolling.
Electrical and electronic engineering technicians make up 34 percent of all engineering technicians.
Employment of engineering technicians often is influenced by the same local and national economic conditions that affect engineers; as a result, job outlook varies with industry and specialization.
Opportunities will be best for individuals with an associate degree or extensive job training in engineering technology.

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