Texas Drafting Degree Programs

Drafting in Texas

There is very little to dislike about living in Texas. It might get a little hot from time to time, but that is a small price to pay for the lifestyle, people, culture, and diversity that come with the package. Centrally located as it is, you easy access to either coast, Mexico, and America's heartland. But chances are, you will want to spend most of your time within Texas itself; it has so much to offer. Do you have an artistic eye, and an aptitude for machinery? You may want to consider a career in drafting.

Drafters take specifications and rough sketches for objects and turn them into highly detailed drawings and diagrams, often portraying the objects from various views. As a drafter, you might use tools such as a drafting table, pencils, triangles, protractors, and rulers, to make your drawings. You might also use CAD (computer-aided design) software to create your drawings on a computer. You will probably use your own knowledge of the field that you are specialized in to provide some of the detail of your drawings. For instance, if you are drawing the piping system for a chemical plant, you might employ your own specialized knowledge of the kinds of pipes that are typically used. As a drafter, you will need to be organized, neat, and able to effectively communicate with the engineers, architects, or scientists who supply you with the drafting specifications.

To become a drafter, you will typically first obtain training at a community college or vocational school. You will take courses in drawing and CAD software. You will probably also take courses in a specialized drafting field. Once you have completed your education, you will earn a certification or associate's degree.

As a drafter, you might work for architectural, civil construction, or equipment firms. Or you might work for an engineering firm, specializing in a field such as electronics or aerospace.

Drafting Career and Technical Schools in Texas:

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Brown Mackie College - San Antonio

Brown Mackie College Schools can help you learn the skills you need for your career and future. We have many convenient locations across the Midwest, Southeast and Southwest, and we offer a unique one-course-a-month delivery format that's specifically tailored to fit into your busy lifestyle. Take advantage of small class sizes, flexible scheduling, an outstanding faculty, and financial aid for those who qualify. Choose from a range of diploma, certificate, associate's and bachelor's in the areas of Accounting and Business, Healthcare, Legal Studies, and Computer Technology.

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Capitol City Trade and Technical School - Austin

Get your career started with training from Capitol City Trade & Technical School. We offer programs in drafting and CAD, automotive repair, and heating and air conditioning. We provide the hands-on training necessary to prepare students for entry-level positions in their chosen field. Our programs provide a unique, personalized learning environment that includes small student-to-teacher ratios, training aids, student advising, and learning centers ? plus, financial aid is available to those who qualify. Our career services center assists students with job placement upon graduation. Students can also receive assistance with resume preparation, interviewing techniques, and employment opportunities.

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ITT Technical Institute - Arlington

The ITT Technical Institutes offer programs in some of today's hottest technical areas. With over 100 locations nationwide and several online programs available, the ITT Techs are one of the leading providers of technology education. Each ITT Tech offers convenient class schedules and Career Services are offered to help you find a job. Click here to find out what programs of study are available online or at an ITT Tech near you.

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ITT Technical Institute - Austin

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ITT Technical Institute - Houston North

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ITT Technical Institute - Houston West

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ITT Technical Institute - Richardson

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ITT Technical Institute - San Antonio

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Higher Education: Colleges and Universities

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