Description

Draughtspersons prepare technical drawings, plans, maps, charts and similar items.

Main Tasks

  • Examines design specification to determine general requirements;
  • Considers the suitability of different materials with regard to the dimensions and weight and calculates the likely fatigue, stresses, tolerances, bonds and threads;
  • Prepares design drawings, plans or sketches and checks feasibility of construction and compliance with safety regulations;
  • Prepares detailed drawings, plans, charts or maps that include natural features, desired surface finish, elevations, electrical circuitry and other details as required;
  • Arranges for completed drawings to be reproduced for use as working drawings.

Qualifications

Entrants usually possess GCSEs/S grades, BTEC/ SQA awards, an appropriate GNVQ/GSVQ or A levels/H grades. Further training consists of courses of study and supervised practical experience.

UK Prospects

44800 Workforce Size

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