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Architectural Draftsperson

OSCA 312132·ANZSCO 312111

Employed

14,000

Part-time share

25.1%

Female share

29.3%

Median age

40 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Architectural Draftsperson is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Advanced Diploma of Building Design, Graduate Diploma of Building Design, Certificate IV in Residential Drafting, and Diploma of Building Design.

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About this career

Creates concepts, designs and detailed documentation for buildings, renovations and extensions in consultation with builders, clients and consultants.

What they typically do

  • Consults with builders, clients and consultants to understand design requirements and gather feedback on building designs
  • Prepares initial design models for engineering and estimation purposes using BIM
  • Takes measurements and dimensions, and performs other routine calculations for building or renovation design layouts
  • Provides design recommendations to clients based on factors such as budget, building site constraints, and overall feasibility
  • Produces architectural documentation for sketch design and to support applications to councils
  • Prepares building designs, models, concepts and estimations using CAD, 3D modelling and BIM software
  • Ensures building, renovation and extension designs comply with regulations and standards, and client, certifier and consultant requirements

Where they work

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
31.6%
VIC
30.2%
QLD
18.1%
WA
10.8%
SA
5.1%
TAS
2.2%
ACT
1.5%
NT
0.5%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Architectural Draftsperson.