Architects, Except Landscape and Naval Go Back to List Plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.

Tools & Technology
Tools used in this occupation:
	Grinding machines
	Milling machines
	Soldering irons or guns
	Utility knives
	Saws

Technology used in this occupation:
	Computer aided design CAD software
	Project management software
	Data base user interface and query software
	Document management software
	Graphics or photo imaging software

Tasks
		Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, or construction time.
		Consult with clients to determine functional or spatial requirements of structures.
		Direct activities of workers engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents.
		Plan layout of project.
		Prepare contract documents for building contractors.
		Prepare scale drawings.
		Integrate engineering elements into unified architectural designs.
		Conduct periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans.
		Administer construction contracts.
		Represent clients in obtaining bids or awarding construction contracts.

Skills
		Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
		Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
		Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
		Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
		Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
		Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
		Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
		Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
		Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
		Operations Analysis - Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.

Knowledge
		Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
		Building and Construction - Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
		Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
		Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
		Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
		Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
		Sales and Marketing - Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
		English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
		Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
		Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

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Wage Information
	Region Average Entry Level  Mid-Range  Annual  Hourly  Statewide Units $93,168 $44.80  $27.67  $31.64 - $51.19  Bridgeport/Stamford $115,717 $55.64  $32.18  $37.50 - $67.44  Hartford $80,890 $38.89  $26.47  $28.81 - $45.80  New Haven $79,937 $38.43  $25.67  $29.59 - $45.43  New London/Norwich $78,256 $37.62  $32.03  $32.33 - $42.78  Springfield, MA $72,775 $34.99  $25.37  $29.50 - $42.01  Waterbury $96,399 $46.35  $33.31  $36.75 - $46.44  Worcester, MA $76,635 $36.84  $28.50  $31.60 - $43.59

Occupation Outlook ( 2010 - 2020 )   Average Annual Job Openings:   41   Employment in this occupation is expected to grow about as fast as average, but the number of annual openings will offer somewhat limited job opportunities.

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