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Civil drafters draw and prepare sketches for civil engineers and architects of architectonic projects of different kinds, topographical maps, or for the reconstruction of existing structures. They lay down in the sketches all the specifications and requirements such as mathematical, aesthetic, engineering, and technical.

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Competences
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Groups
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Essential
16
Optional
26

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Essential knowledge 9 competences

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building information modelling

A software platform for integrated design, modelling, planning, and collaboration, which provides a digital representation of a building's characteristics in its whole lifecycle.

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engineering processes

The systematic approach to the development and maintenance of engineering systems.

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CAD software

The computer-aided design (CAD) software for creating, modifying, analysing or optimising a design.

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Scope note
CAD software should be differentiated from computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software. CADD systems are CAD systems with additional drafting features. For example, CADD systems enable an engineer or architect to insert size annotations and other notes into a design.
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civil engineering

The engineering discipline that studies the design, construction and maintenance of naturally built works such as roads, buildings, and canals.

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design drawings

The drawings detailing the design of products, tools, and engineering systems.

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engineering principles

The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.

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manual draughting techniques

Techniques used for creating detailed drawings of designs by using specialised pencils, rulers, templates and scales.

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mathematics

Mathematics is the study of topics such as quantity, structure, space, and change. It involves the identification of patterns and formulating new conjectures based on them. Mathematicians strive to prove the truth or falsity of these conjectures. There are many fields of mathematics, some of which are widely used for practical applications.

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technical drawings

Drawing software and the various symbols, perspectives, units of measurement, notation systems, visual styles and page layouts used in technical drawings.

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Essential skills and competences 7 competences

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operate drones in civil engineering

Operate drone technologies in the area of civil engineering in a number of different uses, such as topographic terrain mapping, building and land surveys, site inspections, remote monitoring, and thermal imaging recording.

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create technical plans

Create detailed technical plans of machinery, equipment, tools and other products.

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read engineering drawings

Read the technical drawings of a product made by the engineer in order to suggest improvements, make models of the product or operate it.

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use CAD software

Use computer-aided design (CAD) systems to assist in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation of a design.

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use CADD software

Use computer-aided design and drafting software to make detailed drawings and blueprints of designs.

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use manual draughting techniques

Use non-computerised draughting techniques to make detailed drawings of designs by hand with specialised tools such as pencils, rulers and templates.

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use technical drawing software

Create technical designs and technical drawings using specialised software.

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Optional knowledge 11 competences

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architecture regulations

The regulations, statutes, and legal agreements existing in the European Union in the field of architecture. 

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bridge engineering

Thoroughly understand principles and characteristics of bridge management, bridge deck loading, bridge durability, steel and composite bridge design, long span bridges, etc.

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cartography

The study of interpreting the elements depicted in maps, the measures and technical specifications. 

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topography

Graphic representation of the surface features of a place or region on a map indicating their relative positions and elevations.

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Cross-sector

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3D modelling

The process of developing a mathematical representation of any three-dimensional surface of an object via specialised software. The product is called a 3D model. It can be displayed as a two-dimensional image through a process called 3D rendering or used in a computer simulation of physical phenomena. The model can also be physically created using 3D printing devices.

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aesthetics

Set of principles based on which something is appealing and beautiful.

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building codes

The set of guidelines that determine the minimum standards for buildings and other constructions in order to protect public health and safety.

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construction methods

The various techniques and methods for erecting buildings and other constructions.

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design principles

The elements used in design such as unity, scale, proportion, balance, symmetry, space, form, texture, colour, light, shade and congruence and their application into practice.

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mechanics

Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.

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zoning codes

The division of land into zones where various uses and activities are allowed, such as residential, agricultural, and industrial activities. These zones are regulated by legislative procedures and local authorities.

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Optional skills and competences 15 competences

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Sector-specific

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communicate with construction crews

Exchange information with the construction crews or supervisors to ensure smooth progress of the construction project. Obtain updates on the progress and any obstacles, and inform the crews of any changes in the schedule or procedures.

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conduct land surveys

Conduct surveys to determine the location and features of natural and man-made structures, on surface level as well as underground and underwater. Operate electronic distance-measuring equipment and digital measuring instruments.

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create architectural sketches

Create architectural sketches for the design and detail specifications of interiors and exteriors to scale.

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estimate cost of building materials

Estimate the total cost of building materials required, take into account tendering procedures.

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operate surveying instruments

Operate and adjust measuring instruments such as theodolites and prisms, and other electronic distance-measuring tools.

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use geographic information systems

Work with computer data systems such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

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Cross-sector

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advise architects

Give advise on design, safety issues, and cost reduction to architects during the pre-application phase.

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apply digital mapping

Make maps by formatting compiled data into a virtual image that gives a precise representation of a specific area.

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create cadastral maps

Create maps using data gathered during surveying and measurement activities and specialised software which outline a region's constructions' and buildings' boundaries.

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design transportation systems

Outline and design airports, public transport systems and highways in order to assess how to move people and goods in a safe and efficient manner.

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draft design specifications

List the design specifications such as materials and parts to be used and a cost estimate.

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draw blueprints

Draw layout specifications for machinery, equipment and building structures. Specify which materials should be used and the size of the components. Show different angles and views of the product.

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liaise with engineers

Collaborate with engineers to ensure common understanding and discuss product design, development and improvement.

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make architectural mock-ups

Make a scale model that represents the vision and specifications of the construction project to allow the design team to review details such as colour and materials selection, and to show and discuss the project with the customers.

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render 3D images

Use specialised tools to convert 3D wire frame models into 2D images with 3D photorealistic effects or non-photorealistic rendering on a computer.

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