This professional reproduces three-dimensional scale models of an idea or project starting from technical plans and sketches. It is technical and artistic work to support engineering and architecture projects but which is also used in the cinema and for the creation of scenery.

• Collect the information and documentation to make the model with the required amount of detail.
  Resort to topographic reports.
  Use a project plan at the same scale as the model.
  Consult sketches with ideas that show movement or other effects.
  In the event of reproducing buildings or historical contexts, ensure correct historical documentation.
• Draft the budget for construction of the model, considering its size, complexity, the time required, materials used and professionals involved (carpenters, turners, electricians, etc.).
• Select suitable materials for the construction of the mock-up (wood, plastic, plaster, cork, putty, resin, etc.) and suitable effects for its decoration and illumination.
• Construct the model.
  Accurately cut each of the pieces, using computer design tools, digitally controlled machinery or traditional tools.
  Join the pieces manually, one by one, to create the three-dimensional model.
  Decorate the mock-up to achieve a quality model, considering the color, furniture and accessories, lighting, etc.
  Ensure correct quality control of the model.
  Sometimes take responsibility for controlling production costs and meeting the delivery deadline.
  

Regulated training and graduates

• Design, specialization in interior design
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Fusta, moble i suro: Instal·lació d'elements de fusteria (Nivell 2)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Fusta, moble i suro: Projectes de fusteria i moble (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Fusta, moble i suro: Projectes d'instal·lació i moblement (Nivell 3)
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of Wood, furniture and cork - Advanced Level: Design and furnishing
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of Plastic Arts and Design - Advanced Level in Interior Design: Projects and decoration project management
• Grau: Arts escèniques
• Grau: Arquitectura
• Grau: Estudis d'arquitectura
• Grau: Arquitectura tècnica
• Grau: Belles arts
• Grau: Arts i disseny
• Grau: Disseny
• Grau: Cinematografia
• Grau: Enginyeria de disseny industrial
• Grau: Enginyeria de disseny industrial i desenvolupament del producte

Complementary training

Analytical thought: Level 2

Creativity: Level 3

Concern for order and quality: Level 3

Customer orientation: Level 2

Conceptual thought: Level 2

Planning and organisation: Level 2

Artistic

People who show an interest in the artistic field enjoy expressing ideas and feelings through the language of art A creative spirit and the motivation to convey concepts or emotions are inherent to this interest. This field includes all the activities that are oriented towards creating artistic products in their various forms: works that are musical, cinematographic or visual in nature, as well as dance and related arts.

Mechanical handling

People related to the field of mechanical handling are interested in the assembly, maintenance, repair and use of machines, tools and installations. Some good examples of professional activities in the field of mechanical handling are adjusting and configuring machines, reviewing technical equipment to detect incidents in their operation, handling machinery in production processes and driving specialised vehicles.

Interior spaces designer

Scenographer

Art exhibition and space designer

Designer of models, mock-ups and prototypes

2D and 3D modeller

• Work hours

  Full- or part-time working day.

• Salary

  Between 16.432 and 22.974 euros (gross) a year. Median: 19.429 euros annum gross. Depending on the productivity and level of quality of the model.
  
  Source: Report "Observatory of Jobs and Salaries of the Labour Market. Barcelona Activa", elaborated by ICSA Grupo. April 2015.

• Other features

  Appropriate for perfectionists and imaginative people, with good spacial orientation and manual skills.

• Professional category

  Technician

• Human resources and equipment

  Personal computer, design software, phone line, precision tools (for example: saw, drill, lathe and sander).

• Initial investments

  Depending on the type of instrument (numerical control or traditional).