Science - Computer science Computer Aided Drafting I have chosen computer aided drafting as my career, and by the year 2000 I hope to be working as a CAD operator. Some major concerns about choosing computer aided drafting as my career are: why I chose this career, the advantages, disadvantages, and the many statistics such as the average income. I chose computer aided drafting (or CAD) as my career because of many things. One reason I chose this job is because my father works with CAD, and I know things about the job that the average Joe wouldn't. For instance some things I know are the kinds of working conditions and the stress involved. Another reason I chose CAD is because I enjoy working with computers and designing things.
Ever since I was little I have been fascinated with computers. I always used to take things apart and see how they work. One thing I looked at specifically when choosing this job are the advantages and disadvantages. Some advantages are, a high salary, low level of education required, the high level of growth in the job, and good benefits. One disadvantage is some what bad working conditions, such as a cramped office or cubicle.
This can lead to stress and frustration. Furthermore, the fact that this job is a nine to five type of job is also a disadvantage, the job gets monotonous and boring after working at it for a few years. Overall I think the advantages out weigh the disadvantages, and I feel that this is a good job. The many statistics in every career always play a part in how much people like to work in the field. In CAD the average pay is thirty thousand a year, but can be as high as fifty.
Benefits include: paid vacations, health insurance, dental and accident insurance, and retirement plans. The job outlook is quite good, the number of drafters need is expected to grow because of our expanding business world, Although in recessions CAD operators are at a high risk of being laid off. I believe CAD to be a good investment as a long term career. I have studied the advantages, as well as the disadvantages, I have seen drafters at work, and spoken with them. I have come to believe that I have made a very educated decision and intend to stick with it.
