Construction Design Technology
Construction technology and design comprises sketches and diagrams that have been designed with the aid of computers. They are advanced and used by architects in the construction and building industry to develop models--structural frames via drawings by specialists for buildings to be built.
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Duties
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People who work in the construction and design industry are required to do a fair bit of research on building laws and codes, so as to be able to draw up and develop accurate architectural drawings with the use of computer programs.
Training and Education
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People who work in this field require education and training in a variety of subjects like light commercial structures and residential design. Professionals in the field must be adequately trained in utilizing rough sketches, details and specifications. Other areas of training that must be mastered include building codes, cost estimation and CAD (computer-assisted design) software.
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Job Earnings
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A professional in the field can expect to earn an annual income of between $33,550 and $55,220, as of 2010. The salary varies according to demand, the needs of the industry and geographic location.
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References
- Photo Credit Hard working construction worker at a construction scene. image by Andy Dean from Fotolia.com
