What Is a Layout Technician and How to Become One
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What Does a Layout Technician Do?
A layout technician works on the layout and measurements for construction projects and coordinate measuring machine (CMM) programming purposes. Your job duties in this career include conducting measurements and inspecting blueprints of construction projects to look for dimensional discrepancies and ensure the accurate placement of the elements for the project. You use computer-aided design (CAD) software for drawing the layout and marking the location of essential aspects of the construction project, such as corners, walls, piers, supports, and foundations.
How to Become a Layout Technician
The qualifications that you need to work as a layout technician include a technical degree and job experience. Some employers expect you to have previous experience with reading blueprints and calibrating and operating a coordinate measuring machine (CMM). You may learn these skills through on-the-job training or an apprenticeship. Many employers prefer an associate degree in architectural technology, computer-aided-design (CAD), or engineering. You may also undertake training or certification through a professional organization, such as the Coordinate Metrology Society.
