In-Demand

Details Report for:
17-3012.00 - Electrical and Electronics Drafters

Prepare wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for manufacture, installation, and repair of electrical equipment in factories, power plants, and buildings.

This title represents a group of more specific occupations. For additional information, please select one of the specific occupations below.

17-3012.01    Electronic Drafters In-Demand
17-3012.02    Electrical Drafters In-Demand
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Education  |  Wages & Employment

Education


Percentage of Respondents
Education Level Attained
62   Some college
25   Bachelor's degree or higher
13   High school or less

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics external site survey of employees aged 25-44.

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Wages & Employment Trends

National

Category Occupation Information
Median wages (2007) $23.68 hourly, $49,250 annual
 
Employment (2006) 35,000 employees
 
Projected growth (2006-2016) Slower than average (3% to 6%) Slower than average (3% to 6%)
 
Projected need (2006-2016) 11,000 additional employees

State & National

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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2007 wage data external site and 2006-2016 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2006-2016). "Projected need" represents job openings due to growth and net replacement.

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