Artists who specialize in technical drawing are known as drafters, according to the Education Porthole website. They're required to know how to draw, but also how to use the latest technology related to their chosen field.
Potential drafters take classes in the prerequisites for a drafting degree. These classes include advanced math, computer science and science. They can also brush up on their graphic arts skills.
Drafters also learn CADD (computer-aided design and drafting) in order to work in the industry. Certificate or sssociate's degree programs are available.
According to the Educational Porthole website, most university programs do not offer technical drawing degrees per se, but rather accept credits from an associate's degree or certificate program (often in CADD) and apply them toward another degree like architecture.
Job prospects for technical artists vary according to specialty. Drafters who have the educational background and experience in electronics drafting earn the most at $51,320 per year.