Engineering Graphics and Design Technology
Formerly Known as Drafting Technology

Engineering Graphics Technicians (formerly Drafters/Designers) translate ideas from design layouts, specifications, rough sketches, and calculations of engineers & architects into working drawings, maps, plans, and illustrations which are used in making products. They prepare drawings using Computer Aided Drafting, Design, and 3D modeling systems. They work in mechanical, electrical electronic, structural, architectural, civil, piping, and technical illustration fields. They make mathematical calculations related to the above fields using algebra, trigonometry, plane and solid geometry, applied mechanics, strength of materials and basic physics.

The Engineering Graphics Technician’s job requires working closely with both professional and nonprofessional people. They also do liaison work between the shop or field and the engineering office. It is essential they be neat in appearance and develop professional work habits.

Surveying Technicians work out-of-doors doing surveys of property, roads, pipelines, subdivisions, and all types of construction projects. They may work in specialized fields such as topographic mapping, mine surveying, and hydrographic surveying. They use levels, total stations, and global positioning system equipment. They make mathematical calculations using algebra, trigonometry, and plane and solid geometry. They may also be called upon to produce drawings related to their work.

Surveyors also work closely with the public so it is imperative they develop good human relations skills and professional work habits