How can I get online auto-cad jobs?

If I do an Autocad course what kind of jobs would I be able to get?

• What kind of job titles could I get and what sort of salary could I expect?

• Answer:

  You can't get a job by only knowing AutoCAD or taking one class. That is to say, you MIGHT be able to get a job that way, but it would be mostly by luck. Let me explain: AutoCAD is just a tool that allows you to draw and create construction documents (also known as blue prints or working drawings). Knowing the program doesn't make you valuable by itself. Next, taking a course on a certain kind of design at a local college would be a good first step.. but would it be enough to get hired? In other words, would you know enough about a profession after one semester to be automatically valuable to the people in that field? You MAY be, but its highly unlikely. It would be like getting hired as a carpenter because you owned your own tools and took a semester long shop class. Point being, if you can prove your knowledge and skills then sure, you'll be a good candidate to be hired. In the carpenter example I listed above, if you could talk the talk and do the job then yes, you likely would get hired. But would taking one class without any other experience be enough? It's very unlikely. But if you have experience already in that field then you will be much better off. I'm not trying to discourage you from following this path, I'm just being realistic about your potential. I've worked with many firm owners over the years and know they look for a few key things in terms of knowledge. First, they want to know you have the potential to fit into their firm. They want an employee with basic skills and has the ability to further learn and fit into that position. They also want an individual that they will not have to completely train on a subject... they want you to have a basic knowledge starting out so you will be at least a little self sufficient. In the end would one class be enough? Sadly, if I was a firm owner, I would likely pass you up if anyone else that had a bit more experience applied for the position. In the end... go for it if you really want to. But get the experience and education, may it be in formal training or being self taught. Understand the language and learn how to "talk the talk"/terms of the industry. If you can do this then you'll be much closer to getting in the door. Knowing AutoCAD is only...15% of it... the other 85% would be understanding the industry and being able to better yourself and sell your skillset to your future employer. Whatever you decide, Good luck! Asking these questions is a great place to start, many people just jump in with high hopes and wonder why their careers didn't take off the way they wanted them to. Ultimately its your williness to learn and understanding of the industry that will get you in the door and also advance your career. Employers look for people like themselves or individuals that will compliment their strengths/weaknesses when they hire their employees. Remember, these are mostly educated individuals that have an interest in their industry, they too like to find employees that are motivated and have an interest in their industry too.