Can I work with AutoCad Skills without an Engineering Degree?

Are there any job opportunities?

Asked on October 13, 2016 in AutoCAD.
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Hello ArcDesign, nice hearing from you 🙂

 

There are many opportunities out there on the market whether it’s free lance work or corporate contracts;

 

we have answered a similar question before on how to find free lance work.

(I believe you also asked that question 🙂 )

FreeLanceing sites can be found here : https://cadanswers.com/question/best-place-to-find-autocad-freelance-work/

 

However we would like to add that knowing AutoCad alone will not qualify you to work as an Engineer,

 

Engineers learn the following among other things which you might not find online in an AutoCad Course (However you can still learn the following topics using separate courses):

    • Strength of materials

 

    • Energy

 

    • Power

 

    • Torque

 

    • Stresses

 

    • Bending moments

 

    • Couples

 

    • Torsion

 

    • Efficiency

 

    • Thermodynamics

 

    • Heat & heat transfer

 

    • Psychrometry

 

    • Fluids & fluid mechanics

 

    • Hydraulics

 

    • Pneumatics

 

    • Tribology

 

    • Kinematics

 

    • Statics & dynamics

 

    • Structural analysis

 

    • Mechanical cycles like the Carnot cycle

 

    • Gears & gear teeth design

 

    • Crank shafts

 

    • Vibration

 

    • Manufacturing processes

 

    • A good knowledge of chemistry, maths and physics is definitely required

 

Such skills can be found and learnt at some of the most respected MOOC (Massively Open Online Course) sites such as : Coursera or edX

You can search on those sites using the topics mentioned, the links posted will directly transfer you to Engineering section of the site.

 

Learning AutoCad will teach you the drafting skills required by any drafting job. which is quite sufficient actually for current market conditions.

 

If you need further assistance we would be happy to help .

 

Answered on October 15, 2016.
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Essential Information

 

AutoCAD is a computer-aided design software program used by professionals in fields such as architecture, interior design, civil engineering, mechanics and electronics. Aspiring drafters can complete a certificate program in AutoCAD drafting or enroll in an associate’s degree in drafting and design technology. Another option includes a bachelor’s degree program in industrial technology with an emphasis in computer-aided drafting and design technology.

However, it’s important to note that aspiring interior designers usually need to complete an accredited program in interior design, and prospective architects must earn a professional bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture. All of these programs include CAD-related coursework.

 

 

AutoCAD is most commonly used by drafters and other professions that focus on design and construction. Some of these careers are explored below.

Drafter

Drafters prepare technical illustrations that detail the engineering and manufacturing specifics needed to build a structure or a product. An AutoCAD software program enables a drafter to develop and store a technical drawing; however, a drafter must still rely on his or her knowledge of drafting techniques, manufacturing theory and engineering. An advantage of using an AutoCAD software program is that it allows a drafter to quickly produce design variations based on specific data.

It is not unusual for a drafter to specialize in a particular area. For example, some common drafter job specialties include civil, architectural, mechanical and aeronautical drafting. Overall, the drafting profession is expected to decrease by three percent for the 2014 to 2024 period, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.bls.gov). The BLS, as of May 2015, reports that the median annual salary of a mechanical drafter is $53,520. Architectural and civil drafters made $50,710 in that same time period.

There are many opportunities out there on the market whether it’s free lancework or corporate contracts;

 

we have answered a similar question before on how to find free lance work.

 

Answered on December 11, 2017.
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