Drafting Tracer (Architectural and Civil Engineering Drafting)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession that accurately transcribes and transfers original architectural and civil engineering drawings created by designers using drafting instruments.
Description
Drafting Tracer (Architectural and Civil Engineering Drafting) is a specialized profession that accurately transfers and transcribes design drawings and original drawings using drafting instruments such as drafters, drafting boards, tracing paper, and drafting pens. Draws lines based on scale calculations and knowledge of line types and dimensions to complete detail drawings, structural drawings, etc. Performs drawing revisions, additional drawings, binding work, and in recent years, combined use with CAD drawings has increased.
Future Outlook
Due to the progress of CAD implementation, demand for hand-drawn drafting is declining, but hand-drawn drafting skills are still required for detail drawings and special sites. In the future, combining with CAD skills will be important.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Patient / Prioritizes accuracy
Work Style
Drawing room work / Full-time / Office work / Part-time available
Career Path
Junior Drafting Tracer → Senior Drafting Tracer → Drafting Team Leader → CAD Operator → Design Assistant
Required Skills
Drafting Instrument Operation / Drawing Interpretation / Line Type and Line Width / Scale Calculation
Recommended Skills
Basic Architectural and Civil Engineering Knowledge / CAD Operation / English Drawing Comprehension
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in line thickness, scale, and dimensions is required |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly because it involves accurately transferring existing drawings |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because it is a role that works according to the given drawings |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly because it is seated work |
Aliases
- Drafter Operator
- Drafting Operator
- Tracer
Related Jobs
- Architectural Design Technician
- CAD Operator
- Civil Engineering Design Technician