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Mechanical Drafters

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Education & Outlook

Statewide

Typical Degree: Associate's degree

Employed as of 2023: 563

2033 Projected Openings: 470

Entry Level Salary: $47,630

Median Salary: $65,110

Experienced Level Salary: $96,560

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge

Design

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Engineering and Technology

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Mechanical

Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Skills

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Abilities

Near Vision

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Mathematical Reasoning

The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Visualization

The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.

Institutions With Associated Majors
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Ashland Community and Technical College

Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$4,907
Graduation
Graduation Rate
52.3 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$10,950

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Associate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$5,920
Graduation
Graduation Rate
36.2 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$10,500

Elizabethtown Community and Technical College

Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Associate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$5,594
Graduation
Graduation Rate
45.6 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$9,055

Hazard Community and Technical College

Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$3,376
Graduation
Graduation Rate
45.6 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$10,125

Jefferson Community and Technical College

Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$6,058
Graduation
Graduation Rate
32.7 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$11,651

Murray State University

CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Bachelor
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$9,121
Graduation
Graduation Rate
59.0 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$20,500
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