Unit 1 Professions

Priscila Martinez

ARCHITECTURE
As Summarized By: (Kasey Cole)

History of the Profession

Architecture has existed throughout societies within the traditions and the styles that differ with the
regions. Ancient culture created these buildings for not only shelter, but as a way to vent their own
personality and art style. Many regions such as Asia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Eastern Europe were
imperialistic cultures who used funding or slave labor to construct their ideas.

Daily Professional Tasks

Architectures often work closely with many of their clients to discuss goals, requirements, views, and
budget. Architectures will sometimes be needed to provide design qualities that predict the
environmental impact and possible costs of an entire project.

Careers
There are self-employed architects (organize and keep their own professional practices), project
architects (make many design decisions and coordinate consultant activities), city and urban planners
(team that work together to list the environmental design decisions of any residential or regional
buildings), sustainable design consultants (works with design teams that integrate sustainable, net zero
energy designs) , and design consultants (architects who use their skills in design activities that are not
always in the design of buildings).

Education Requirements
Most states require architects to hold a degree from an accredited National Architectural Accrediting
Board School. Most architects get a 5 year bachelors degree in architecture. They also must have three
additional years of experience before they can take their licensure exam.
Professional Requirements (licensures, etc.)
You must register with the NCARB, complete the Professional Practice Examination, along with 24
months of professional practice.

Earnings (match to different Careers above)

Self Employed- $44,940-$121,910

Project Architecture- $51,187 -$97,402

City and Urban Planner-$70,000

Sustainable Design Consultant-$69,000-$73,000

Design Consultant- $70,409

Well Known Companies

The Architectural League of New York & the Association of Computer Aided Design in Architecture.

Professional Organizations
The American Architectural Foundation, the American Institute of Architects, the American Association
of Architectural Students, and the Architectural Research Center Consortium are all professional
organizations.

Well Know Projects

Some well-known projects include Burj Khalifa, Sagrada Familia, Burj Al Arab, and Fallingwater.

Current Job Openings

Using archinect.com, architects from across the country can find job opportunities that were previously
unavailable.

Additional Information Slide #1

The use of proper materials is key to any design of structure.
Additional Information Slide #2
Louis Henri Sullivan helped create a new design for skyscrapers that replaced the older, more outdated
models.
 CIVIL ENGINEERING
As Summarized By: (Walt Centers)

History of the Profession

Civil Engineering stated somewhere between 4000 and 2000 B.C. It began when people abandoned
nomadic lifestyles and built standing structures. Some ancient civil engineering structures include
the Great Wall of China, Pyramids of Egypt, and the Parthenon in Greece.

Daily Professional Tasks

On a day to day basis,

Civil engineers draw up, design, and repair things that society needs.

Careers
Careers that go into civil engineering include transportation engineers, geotechnical engineers,
structural engineers, and constructional engineers.

Education Requirements
A bachelor's degree with classes in math, design, physics, and engineering is what is required t become a
civil engineer.

Professional Requirements (licensures, etc.)

You must have a Professional Engineering Licensure, along with having have passed the national exam
and other state-wide requirements.

Earnings (match to different Careers above)

Civil engineers and civil design engineers make about $46,000-$96,000, transportation engineers make
about $51,700-$86,100, geotechnical engineers make about $48,000-$88,900, structural engineers and
construction engineers both make about $50,850-$92,918 a year.

Well Known Companies

LONG Engineering, HOK Sports/Engineering, AKS inc., and American Builders are some well-known
companies.
Professional Organizations
American Society of Civil Engineers, Earthquake Engineering Research Institue, and the American Society
for Engineering Education are some professional organizations.

Well Know Projects

Some well-known projects include the Golden Gate Bridge, the Hoover Dam, the Brooklyn Bridge, and
the Sun Trust Park.

Current Job Openings

AKS Inc., RMF Engineering, and Scientific Research Corp., all in Atlanta, are in need of civil engineers.

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Additional Information Slide #2

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 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
As Summarized By: (Tyler Byrd)

History of the Profession

The first popular job for mechanical engineers began with the invention of the steam engine. The steam
engine was made in 1712. The industrial revolution also greatly impacted the need of mechanical
engineering, which was around 1760-1830.

Daily Professional Tasks

On a daily basis, mechanical engineers design, code, and do research on their project.

Careers
There are three types of mechanical engineers: agricultural, automotive, and computer engineers.

Education Requirements
A bachelor's degree is the lowest form of requirement. In high school, mathematics and computer
studies are important subjects to prepare you for this type of job.

Professional Requirements (licensures, etc.)

You must have achieved a CPRE in either a foundation, advanced, or expert level.

Earnings (match to different Careers above)

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Well Known Companies

Some well-known companies include Nasa, Apple, Samsung, and Google.
Professional Organizations
The Air and Waste Management Association, the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of
Way Association, and the Professional Engineers and Geoscientists Newfoundland, and Labrador
Newfoundland are some professional organizations.

Well Know Projects

The First Apollo landing, the Panama Canal, and the Burj Khalifa are some well-known projects.

Current Job Openings

There are job openings for mechanical engineers all around the country.

Additional Information Slide #1

Half of the roller coasters built in all amusement parks are all done by mechanical engineers.

Additional Information Slide #2

Spacecradts were built by engineers.
 INTERIOR DESIGN
As Summarized By: (Hannah and Hayden)

History of the Profession

The profession of interior design has been around for over 100 years. In these 100 years, what
began as the art of decorating transformed into embracing forms and functions.

Daily Professional Tasks

They meet with clients, develop designs, research and prepare plans, select supplies of materials,
and estimate the cost on a daily basis.

Careers
The different careers in interior design include healthcare designers, sustainable designers, universal
designers, kitchen and bath designers, and corporate designers.

Education Requirements
A bachelor's degree is required.

Professional Requirements (licensures, etc.)

Some states require a licensure or certification, so two years of experience is necessary for a licensure.

Earnings (match to different Careers above)

Healthcare Designers- $51,00-$60,000

Sustainable Designers-$77,715

Universal Designers- $63,714

Kitchen and Bath Designers- $26,000-$43,000

Corporate Designers- $41,764

Well Known Companies

Gensler. HOK, and Interior Architects are three well-known companies.
Professional Organizations
The American Society of Interior Designers and the International Interior Design Association are two
professional organizations.

Well Know Projects

Some well-known projects include the Unique Space and the Dropbox.

Current Job Openings

Areotek and Interior Specialists are two companies in Atlanta that are looking for interior designers.

Additional Information Slide #1

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 AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
As Summarized By: (Ben Willett)

History of the Profession

In 1783, the first hot air balloon was launched, then on from there, many things were invented that
were launched to the air.

Daily Professional Tasks

They formulate math problems that are relevant to the task at hand, troubleshooting problems, and
designing whatever is required of them.

Careers
Jobs include Designers, Systems, Propulsion, Data Processing, Orbital Mechanics, and Space Mechanics.

Education Requirements
Typically require a minimum of a 4-year Bachelor's Degree, advanced positions may require a 6-8-year
degree (masters or PhD), and high school students interested in this career should concentrate on
Chemistry, Math, and Physics.

Professional Requirements (licensures, etc.)

A degree from an engineering program accredited by ABET, have 4 years of work experience, and
passing grade on a Fundamental of Engineering exam are all necessary.

Earnings (match to different Careers above)

The median pay is $109,650, but the pay can range from $60,000-$160,000.

Well Known Companies

Boeing and Northrop Grumman are two well-known aerospace engineering companies.
Professional Organizations
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, SAE International, and NASA are organizations
of aerospace.

Well Know Projects

NASA's Saturn V Rocket and the Curiosity Rover are two well-known projects.

Current Job Openings

NASA is looking for a Flight Systems Aerospace Engineer.

Additional Information Slide #1

At any given hour there are over 61,000 people over America.

Additional Information Slide #2

The wingspan of the Boeing 747 is longer than the Wright Brothers' first flight.
 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
As Summarized By: (Robert Hammock)

History of the Profession

First came around when one of the first electrical engineers, William Gilbert, made the Versorium.
Electrical engineering didn't start to grab attention until Thomas Edison invented the lightbulb.

Daily Professional Tasks

They fix electronics, install and maintain electrical equipment, maintain electrical equipment, prepare
project costs and time estimated to finish, draw or modify engineering specifics, and visit construction
sites to help with electrical issues.

Careers
There are electronic manufactures, telecommunication carriers, and electrical engineer technicians.

Education Requirements
Must have a bachelor's degree, must take math and science classes, and a master's degree increases
your chances of getting more advanced and paying jobs.

Professional Requirements (licensures, etc.)

PE certification is required, so you must have 4 years of work experience under a professional engineer
and take two exams to prove you can work in this field.

Earnings (match to different Careers above)

The median income is about $84,540.

Well Known Companies

Local APEC Electric and National Duke Energy are some well-known companies.

Professional Organizations
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers and the American Institute of Electrical Engineers
are two professional organizations.
Well Know Projects
The lightbulb and the television are two well-known projects.

Current Job Openings

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Additional Information Slide #1

Nikola Tesla was a physicist, but made long strides in electrical power.

Additional Information Slide #2

The electrical fan was made in 1886 by Schuyler Wheeler.