career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Architectural and Civil Drafters and Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Architectural and Civil Drafters | Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3011 | 17-3024 |
| title | Architectural and Civil Drafters | Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians |
| onet code | 17-3011.00 | 17-3024.00 |
| description | Prepare detailed drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or drawings and topographical relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, and public works. Use knowledge of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to complete drawings. | Operate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to observe or record visual information at sites such as oil rigs, crop fields, buildings, or for similar infrastructure, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment. |
| job zone | 3 | 3 |
| major group | 17 | 17 |
| tot emp | 109,550 | 14,680 |
| a mean | 68,860 | 75,710 |
| a median | 64,280 | 70,760 |
| a pct10 | 44,040 | 47,770 |
| a pct25 | 52,880 | 58,570 |
| a pct75 | 79,510 | 87,320 |
| a pct90 | 98,190 | 109,580 |
| h mean | 33 | 36 |
| h median | 30 | 34 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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