Outsourcing in the construction industry has been on a steady rise due to the world’s heavy reliance on technology and increasing demand for design and detailing work. Computer aided design and drafting using AutoCAD is one of the construction processes that continues to be outsourced more and more to the Philippines. This is why so many Filipinos are now pursuing degrees in architectural technology and becoming experts on AutoCAD.
One of the world’s most energetic and growing industry recently is the Philippines Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry. BPO growth has given the country’s economy a big boost along with employing millions of Filipinos. The outsourcing industry in the Philippines brings in about $25 billion in revenue each year.
Working in the BPO industry is the most sought out careers in the Philippines. Salary’s in the outsourcing sector are much higher compared to other available professions around the country. At a young age Filipinos are excited to be able to work remotely for a foreign business and prepare themselves appropriately by becoming tech-savvy with advanced knowledge in using computers.
3 Reasons Filipinos Study AutoCAD:
- Obtaining a high in demand craft. Designing in AutoCad gives Filipino the technical expertise needed in many different professions like architecture, engineering, interior design and aesthetic design. Using their AutoCad skills they are able to take on an abundance of available freelance designing projects.
- Getting paid. Probably the most important reason for Filipinos to study AutoCad is to have the opportunity at receiving a reliable income. Designing prototypes of engineering components and drafting architectural plans will definitely bring an above average salary due to the high demand for design professionals across many different industries.
- Building foundation for computer aided drafting (CAD). AutoCAD is one of the easier to learn CAD tools for Filipinos since it has a pretty straightforward interface. Once they are able to master the software it will serve as a springboard for quickly learning the more advanced drafting software applications like Microstation, Solid Works and Solid Edge.
Once Filipinos are able to expertly use the AutoCAD software application it opens the door for them to pursue many different professions. Below is a list of professions that heavily rely on having a background in AutoCAD:
Architects
Filipino architects use AutoCAD to design housing complexes, office buildings, commercial structures and golf courses. It allows them to map out the different stages of a construction process or to create sophisticated design concepts. They use the program for creating drafts of floor plans and surface features like windows and roofs. Utilizing AutoCAD architects also create presentations for contractors or executive boards before a single brick is even laid.
Interior Designers
AutoCAD helps Filipino interior designers create spaces to be aesthetically pleasing, such as residential living and dining rooms, hotel suites, corporate conference facilities or any other indoor open space. Using the software, interior designers can create detailed images of interior spaces as well as insert furniture and appliances. The process for this involves creating layers, scaling designs, inserting objects and manipulating floor plans. They use AutoCAD to present their interior design concepts to potential clients so they know what exactly what the finish project would consist of.
Civil Engineers
The Civil 3D version of AutoCAD contains applications specific for Filipinos to use for designing bridges, roads, tunnels and other structures common in the built environment. Engineers can easily incorporate geographical features of the building site into a design, including the elevation of a landscape. Filipino civil engineers also use AutoCAD to design and map hydraulic systems and other types of utility infrastructures.
Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical engineers in the Philippines use AutoCAD to plan entire manufacturing processes and create prototypes for the finished products. They also use the software to map out the automated processes of lathes and other machine tools. After mappings are complete the tool will create consumer products with a surface design or curve that is manufactured according to the engineer’s specifications.
More and more companies choose to outsource their construction processes causing a steady growth to the BPO industry. The Philippines has stayed ahead of the push with so many Filipino’s studying AutoCAD. Filipinos are ready now more than ever before to take on any and all outsourced projects that use AutoCAD.