• You are creative, technical minded and love architecture.
• You want to learn how to produce drawings and documentation to support Building Designers and Architects undertaking residential building design projects.

Then this is the course for you.

To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below. You must: 

• Have well-developed communication skills.
• Be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Have spatial awareness.
• Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Display attention to detail and accuracy.
• Show confidence using computers.
• Have good planning and organisational skills to assist in coordination of construction.
• Demonstrate good time-management skills.
• Possess Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at yr 12 or equivalent.

This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to produce drawings, documentation and use computer-aided drafting (CAD) software to draft and document residential Class 1 and 10 building designs under the supervision of licensed and/or accredited building designers or architects. This course reflects the role of entry level Drafters who support Building Designers and Architects. 

Time Commitment – You will need to allocate appropriate time to complete this course. This includes attending classes on campus and/or online as outlined in your training plan; and undertake independent study outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation, research, and complete assessment requirements.

Below are some of the important personal skills you will be required to develop and demonstrate during training. These skills are highly valued by industry:

• Respectful Communication - Interact with people from different backgrounds, share ideas effectively and build trust.
• Teamwork – Collaborate with others, show them respect, and be open to feedback.
• Problem Solving - There is always a solution. How do you respond to a challenge? If you spot a problem, we encourage you to ask questions, clarify as needed, and respond appropriately within your training.
• Initiative - Stay motivated, take proactive steps, and seek help when necessary.
• Planning - Manage time well. Knowing how to prioritise and completing your tasks efficiently are crucial for your success.
• Self-Management - Reflect on your performance. Reflection is a powerful tool for growth and success as a student at South Regional TAFE. Being a professional in the workplace can mean learning when to accept responsibility for your failures as often as your successes. This is how we learn!
• Learning – Recognise what your strengths already are. Then embrace all the new knowledge and experience from your South Regional TAFE journey to grow as a student. Some of the skills you will learn include:
  • Understand construction technology and materials
  • Understand the National Construction Code (NCC)
  • Understand compliant designs and construction methods of Class 1 and 10 buildings
  • Prepare drawings for planning and building approval of Class 1 and 10 buildings
  • Produce 3-D models of building designs
  • Use CAD software to produce drawings
  • Learn principles of passive solar and environmental design
  • Learn rules and regulations for council approval
• Technology - Adapt to new tools, access digital resources, and integrate technology into your learning.