Architecture&

DraftingArchitecture and Drafting is a pathway in the Architecture and Construction career cluster. Study in this program allows students to produce workable drawings on the drawing board and with the computer. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be qualified for an entry-level drafting or related position or may pursue postsecondary education. Skills developed through the course of study assist students in meeting requirements for the ADDA certification. Students are provided the opportunity to participate in career and technical student organizations, including SkillsUSA.

Pontotoc Ridge Career and Technology Center

Architecture & Drafting354 Center Ridge Drive Pontotoc,

MS 38863Instructor: Barry ReederE-mail breeder@pcsd.ms

Phone # 662-489-1826

A two year program for sophomores, juniors, and seniors (two credits per year).

(Freshmen are accepted with an “A” average in the previous year.)

Upon completion of the two years of this program, a student may be granted one

math credit.Courses in Algebra, Physical Science and

Geometry are recommended

Architecture &

Drafting

Phone # 662- 489-1826

Drafting Related CareersCareer              Education    Yearly Needed average Income

Architects                            Bachelor degree         $76,000

Civil Engineering Technician   Associate degree      $49,000

Civil Engineer                        Bachelor degree       $82,000

Drafter                                    Associate degree      $53,000

Industrial Engineer                  Bachelor degree       $54,000

Interior Designer                     Bachelor degree       $49,000

Landscape Architect               Bachelor degree        $64,000

Mechanical Engineer               Bachelor degree        $84,000

Surveying and mapping tech.   Associate degree       $42,000

Surveyor                                 Bachelor degree        $58,000

“I love Architecture and Drafting because it combines my two favorite things, math and drawing.”Hunter Cox

“I like Architecture and Drafting because you solve real world problems.”

Nick Montgomery

“This class is really challenging, but it gives you skills that you can use in college or your career.”

Sierra Collier

“I like how you have to use your imagination to view a drawing before you can draw it.”

Chanler Fleener2nd place SkillsUSA architectural drafting