Marine Architect
By : Heidy Ara
These are five task that are commonly perfomed as a Marine Architect
- Design complete hull and superstructure according to specifications and test data, in conformity with standards of safety, efficiency, and economy.
- Design layout of craft interior, including cargo space, passenger compartments, ladder wells, and elevators.
- Study design proposals and specifications to establish basic characteristics of craft, such as size, weight, speed, propulsion, displacement, and draft.
- Confer with marine engineering personnel to establish arrangement of boiler room equipment and propulsion machinery, heating and ventilating systems, refrigeration equipment, piping, and other functional equipment.
- Evaluate performance of craft during dock and sea trials to determine design changes and conformance with national and international standards.
These are five skills needed to be a Marine Architect
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.
Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
These five items are going to describe the work context for being a Marine Architect
93
Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
88
Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
87
Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
87
Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?
79
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
This is how much education is needed for being a Marine Architect
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Bachelor's degree
18
Master's degree
10
Some college, no degree
This occupation may require a background in the following science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) educational disciplines:
Engineering — Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
Here are five interests that would be good to know if becoming a Marine Architect
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Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
72
Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
72
Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
33
Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
17
Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
Here are some values that fit being a Marine Architect
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This is how much a Marine Architect makes in the whole country
Salary 2012 United States
Us-Yearly
10% $54,300
25% 69,600
Median $88,100
75% 113,400
90% 150,600
California-Yearly
10% $46,300
25% $55,200
Median $85,600
75% $115,800
90% $141,800