CAD is applicable in almost all fields, but is extremely valid to the
designing fields such as architecture, mechanics, civil, automobile and
even interior design. High quality designs and drawings can be made in
a very short period of time using the different CAD softwares.
The job prospects of the CAD professional varies on their specialisation
in the profession. The major tasks of these people are creating designs
or sketches of buildings, structures, machines, cars or any other product
as per the requirement of the client, with regards to various possible
loads and constraints. After making 2D drawings of buildings/ products
and drafting, 3D modeling is done, which help making the model of the
actual building/product. With 3D models the client can see how the building
will look after construction along with all the internal utilities and
the external visuals of the building including the colors.
Some of the specialisation in the field of computer aided design are :
Drafters : Drafters prepare technical drawings and plans, which are
used by production and construction workers to build everything from
microchips to skyscrapers. They can work with architectural, engineering,
and related services firms. Depending on their qualifications, Drafters
can be classified as
Structural Drafter - who support civil engineers and architects;
Mechanical Drafter - who deals with machinery and mechanical devices;
Electrical Drafter - who are associated with the electrical distribution
system; etc.
Design Technician : Design Technician are the individuals who are
responsible for the technical aspects of the construction. These people
make creative ideas about shape, color, and texture.
Engineering Aids : Engineering aids wing assist construction engineers
in developing final construction plans by preparing land surveys, maps,
sketches, drawings and blueprints. They also estimate costs, perform
quality assurance tests on building materials etc.
Depending on the specialisation, job opportunities are available for
CAD professionals in manufacturing industries, research and development
firms etc. CAD professionals with engineering degrees can find openings
in the fields of aerospace industries, industrial and architectural design,
shipbuilding expertise, automotive industries etc.
Opportunities are also available in advertising and film industries
where CAD systems are widely used for giving special effects through computer
animation. Here one can work as bench animator, motion capture animator,
shadier, game design animator or special effects artist. AutoCAD professionals
can take up the career in three dimensional design or industrial design.
Those people with advanced AutoCAD skills can find employment as a graphic
artist, a 3D modeler, a production artist, a multimedia designer, an architectural
or engineering drafts person, and more.
Teaching is another option, as the number of CAD/ CAM training institutes
are coming up. With several years of experience, one can start up their
own firm or can work as an independent freelance CAD designer.
Computer Aided Design (CAD) : Remuneration
Sky is the limit for CAD professionals. Pay scale of CAD degree/ diploma
holders vary greatly depending on level of education and experience as
well as area of specialty. At the initial stage a CAD professional can
earn not less than Rs. 30,000/- per month. Depending on the organisation
and the candidates skills, within a short span of time, the salary may
rise to 40,000/- to 45,000/-.
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