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Architectural Drafter
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Draftsperson, Drafting Officer, Building Drafter, Architectural Technician, Architectural Technologist, Drafter (Architectural), Designer (Building) )
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Duties and Tasks
Architectural drafters may perform the following tasks: - prepare architectural drawings, showing internal and external layouts of the buildings
- analyse architects' or other designers' concepts, and prepare preliminary sketches and detailed instructions
- use computers or manually produce designs, detailed drawings and documentation
- prepare working drawings showing plans, elevations, sections, materials and finishes, as well as other aspects such as layouts, plumbing, drainage, car parking and landscaping
- calculate the quantity and quality of materials needed, material and labour costs and project completion dates
- interpret client briefs and prepare and develop sketch plans for client approval
- help prepare building specifications for building plans to suit individual clients
- represent or assist architects on building sites to make sure that plans and specifications are followed
- liaise with local government organisations
- examine relevant codes and by-laws in the course of undertaking project documentation.
Specialisations
Building Designer
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Earnings
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Income of persons working full-time, 2006
Building, Architectural and Surveying Associate Professionals
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Income per Week
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Number
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Share (%)
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| $1000 or more |
20,177 |
64.3 |
| $400 - $599 |
1,777 |
5.7 |
| $600 - $799 |
3,642 |
11.6 |
| $800 - $999 |
5,196 |
16.5 |
| Less than $400 |
606 |
1.9 |
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This information is based on the 2006 census conducted by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
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Earnings of persons working full-time and part-time, 2006
Building, Architectural and Surveying Associate Professionals
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Employment Status
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Weekly Income ($)
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| Full-time |
1,308 |
| Part-time |
467 |
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This information is based on the Employee Earnings, Benefits and Trade Union Membership survey conducting annually by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
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Related Courses
New South Wales / ACT
Northern Territory
Queensland
South Australia
Tasmania
Victoria
Western Australia
See State Specific Information below for further education and training options.
Further Information
Big Plans
Building Designers Association of Australia (Head Office)
Construction Industry Training Board SA
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