ENTRY-LEVEL ENGINEERING GRAPHICS TECHNICIAN

 

Definition:  An entry-level engineering graphics technician uses valid design criteria from engineers and designers to create project documentation by planning, organizing and preparing engineering drawings.

 

A.                  DEMONSTRATE PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR

 

A.1       Demonstrate appropriate interpersonal behavior

A.2       Follow safety and security procedures

A.3       Demonstrate productivity

A.4       Arrive on time

A.5       Adhere to company policies and procedures

A.6       Dress appropriately

A.7       Promote good corporate image

A.8       Upgrade skills and maintain professional competence

 

B.         DEMONSTRATE COMMUNICATION SKILLS

 

B.1       Demonstrate written and oral communication skills; e.g., technical writing

B.2       Use appropriate terminology

B.3       Interact with various disciplines and personalities; i.e., craftsmen, coworkers, and supervisor

B.4       Respond positively to constructive criticism

B.5       Ask questions

B.6       Employ active listening

B.7       Take notes

B.8       Follow instructions

B.9       Make suggestions

B.10     Use diplomacy

B.11     Develop awareness of work environment

 

C.         DEMONSTRATE COMPUTER SKILLS

 

C.1       Interface computer components and demonstrate understanding of functions

C.2       Use operating systems; e.g., DOS, Windows

C.3       Apply keyboarding skills

C.4       Use computer commands

C.5       Use word processing and spreadsheet software packages

C.6       Demonstrate computer skills for communication; i.e., Internet, Intranet, E-mail

C.7       Import/export data among programs

 

D.                  DEVELOP BASIC MANUAL DRAFTING SKILLS

 

D.1       Use basic drawing instruments; i.e., pen, pencil, mechanical pencil

D.2       Use basic drawing equipment; i.e., triangles and protractors

D.3       Use basic drawing equipment for straight lines; i.e., drafting parallel bar, T-square, and/or drafting machine

D.4       Use basic drawing equipment for regular and irregular curves; i.e., templates, circle, ellipse, and compass

D.5       Use basic drawing equipment for scaling and dimensioning; i.e., engineering and architectural scales, planimeter, and proportional dividers

D.6       Demonstrate drafting techniques according to standards for dimensioning, text, views, line types

D.7       Demonstrate understanding of view types; e.g., orthographic, isometric, sectional, plan, elevation, cross-section

 

E.         DEVELOP CAD SKILLS

 

E.1       Start-up, log-on, retrieve, save, log-off, and shut down CAD system

E.2       Select appropriate geometry to create lines, arcs, curve, tangents, fillets, chamfers, and bevels

E.3       Build databases

E.4       Edit databases

E.5       Create disk files

E.6       Copy disk files

E.7       Execute specialized programs; e.g., LISP, routines, macros

E.8       Develop backup files

E.9       Restore backup files

E.10     Create plotter files

E.11     Use digitizer to execute commands for CAD drawings

E.12     Develop three-dimensional drawings

 

F.         USE MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS AND INSTRUMENTS

 

F.1       Demonstrate knowledge of various measuring systems

F.2       Convert and apply English/metric measurements

F.3       Select and operate measuring devices; e.g., micrometer, calipers

F.4       Record the results of measurement

F.5       Maintain records

 

G.         PLAN AND ORGANIZE DRAFTING ACRIVITIES

 

G.1       Review and understand engineer/designer's sketches

G.2       Obtain and report field/shop information

G.3       Read and transfer measurements

G.4       Visualize/prepare layouts or working sketches through written or verbal instructions

G.5       Assist with evaluation of alternative approaches

G.6       Research and interpret company or industry standards

G.7       Determine scope of drafting job; i.e., number and size of drawings

G.8       Follow company policy for file management

G.9       Obtain reference drawings from file

G.10     Interpret engineering drawings

G.11     Select appropriate drafting techniques and tools

G.12     Determine applications of tolerances

G.13     Use standard reference materials

G.14     Maintain supporting documents for drawing files

 

H.                  PREPARE CAD DRAWINGS AND/OR PLANS

 

H.1       Make detailed drawings of individual parts using appropriate techniques

H.2       Apply standard tolerance and/or dimensions to drawings

H.3       Add title block information to drawings

H.4       Note special instructions on drawings; e.g., scales, tolerances

H.5       Check dimensions as applicable

H.6       Make drawing revisions

H.7       Apply layering techniques

H.8       Select appropriate line work, weights, and colors

H.9       Create hard copy using plotter and printer

H.10     Reproduce drawings on blueprint machine and copy machines

H.11     File original drawings

 

HA.       PRODUCE CIVIL DRAWINGS

 

HA.1     Produce utility plan and profile drawings; e.g., water, sewer

HA.2     Develop topographical profiles; e.g., roadway, drainage

HA.3     Develop plans for highway construction; i.e., roadway plan and profiles, cross sections

HA.4     Develop plans for site development; i.e., staking, grading, erosion, control plats

HA.5     Develop plans for river and harbor improvements

HA.6     Produce detailed construction drawings

HA.7     Produce plans for flood control

HA.8     Check civil drawings

HA.9     Prepare material quantity sheets for civil engineering drawings

 

HB.       PRODUCE ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING

 

HB.1     Produce plan and elevation drawings

HB.2     Develop site plan

HB.3     Develop floor plan

HB.4     Produce detailed sectional views

HB.5     Check architectural drawings

HB.6     Prepare bill of materials/finished schedule for architectural drawings

 

HC.       PRODUCE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC DRAWINGS

 

HC.1     Select electrical and electronic drafting symbols

HC.2     Draw electrical and electronic block diagrams

HC.3     Draw electrical and electronic schematic diagrams

HC.4     Draw electrical and electronic connection diagrams

HC.5     Check industrial controls ladder diagrams

HC.6     Draw electrical power single-line diagrams

HC.7     Check electrical and electronic drawings

HC.8     Prepare bill of materials for electrical and electronic drawings

 

HD.       PRODUCE MECHANICAL/MACHINE DESIGN DRAWINGS

 

HD.1     Select mechanical drafting symbols

HD.2     Construct HVAC, piping, and plumbing drawings

HD.3     Construct forming die drawings

HD.4     Construct detailed drawings of machine parts

HD.5     Construct flat patterns for fabricated parts; e.g., sheet metal

HD.6     Construct jig and fixture drawings

HD.7     Construct mechanical isometric, exploded view drawings

HD.8     Create individual drawings from existing parts

HD.9     Check mechanical drawings

HD.10   Check mechanical/machine design drawings

HD.11   Prepare bill of materials for mechanical assembly drawings

 

I.                    APPLY MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

 

I.1         Demonstrate basic mathematical skills; i.e., algebra, geometry, trigonometry and introductory calculus

I.2         Solve routine engineering calculations

I.3         Determine scale factors

I.4         Calculate weights and amount of material needed

I.5         Solve static and dynamic calculations

I.6         Evaluate mathematical results for accuracy

 

J.                   DEMONSTRATE UNDERSTANDING OF DESIGN PROCESS

 

J.1        Relate drawings and processes to end products/projects

J.2        Develop awareness of appropriate local, state, and federal codes

J.3        Assist with cost estimates

J.4        Use standard reference materials

J.5        Maintain project schedules

J.6        Confirm materials availability

J.7        Demonstrate awareness of design fits and/or determine tolerances

 

DESIRABLE WORKER TRAITS

 

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Common sense

Confidence

Good communication

Initiative

Loyalty

Multicultural diversity

Observant

Problem solving

Responsible

Team member

Willingness to work

Work ethic

 

PANEL PARTICIPANTS

 

PANELISTS:

Mr. Harlan Carroll, President, AE, Inc., Rock Hill, SC

Mr. Michael D. Cockram, V.P. of Design and Major Accounts, Controls Southeast, Inc., Pineville, NC

Mr. Robbie Conner, CADD Operator/Manager, Campco Engineering, Inc., Rock Hill, SC

Mr. Joseph A. Keane, Operations Manager, Amida Industries, Inc., Rock Hill, SC

Mr. Rick O'Toole, Design Engineer, Sediver, Inc., York, SC

 

FACILITATOR:

Mrs. Louise C. Rhyne, Dean of Learning Resources, York Technical College, Rock Hill, SC

 

RECORDER:

Ms. Sylvia L. LaValle, CPS, Administrative Specialist, York Technical College, Rock Hill, SC

 

DEPARTMENT MANAGER:

Mr. Mohammad Hossain, York Technical College, Rock Hill, SC

 

Date/Location:
February 11, 1998

York Technical College

452 S. Anderson Road

Rock Hill, SC 29730

 

Adapted from DACUM Competency profile developed at York Technical College in 1990, with input from competency profiles developed in 1993 at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC and in 1990 at Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College at Orangeburg, SC.  Listed panelists participating in a DACUM Validation Workshop at York Technical College on February 11, 1998 have made any changes, additions, or deletions.