Engineering / Architectural Drafting

Turn Ideas into Reality

The Engineering/Architectural Drafting program trains engineering technicians to skillfully transfer rough sketches and basic ideas into accurate, precise, universally understood drawings. Students will spend equal time studying the basics of architectural drafting, mechanical drafting and civil engineering technology. During the course, students will be trained to calculate the strengths, costs and quantities of materials.

Blueprint for Success

If you enjoy the idea of surveying, designing and solving problems, then engineering/architectural drafting could be a good career choice. The very latest in state-of-the-art equipment is employed in the Engineering/Architectural Drafting program. Students will be exposed to computer aided drafting, total stations, data collectors, global positioning systems, and related software on computers. It is definitely in the student’s best interest to have strong math and communication skills.

Employment Opportunities

As the country continues to grow, so does the need for engineering technicians. Job opportunities are found in manufacturing, transportation and the construction industry. Further employment opportunities include state and federal agencies, architectural and consulting firms, public utilities, highway departments and the military. Graduates of the Engineering/Architectural Drafting program enter a field that provides challenges and offers continued advancement potential.

Who Can Be A Drafting Professional?

Engineering/Drafting individuals represent their employer positively through professionalism in dress, work habits and contact with customers.  They need to deal with stress effectively, communicate clearly, and maintain positive relationships with co-workers, management and customers.

Students entering the program also are expected to have a strong background in Math, English and Computer Literacy.

Recommended Background Courses

Although not required, the following courses would be beneficial to this course of study prior to attending Lake Area Technical Institute: Basic Drafting, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Communications, Math, English and Computers.