Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician at Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton, WI

Mechanic & Repair Technologies CERTIFICATE CIP 47.0606

Total Graduates

4

Class of 2024

Annual Tuition & Fees

$4,916

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician.
Degree Level CERTIFICATE
CIP Code 47.0606
Program Family Mechanic & Repair Technologies

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 4 graduates
Award Year 2024

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Fox Valley Technical College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Automotive Quick Service Technician100%62%49%$5,600
Airframe & Powerplant Mechanics79%71%47%$11,521
Automotive Technology52%82%69%$7,800
Diesel Equipment Mechanic81%89%71%$12,931
Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Technician87%83%72%$5,924
Aircraft Electronics62%76%51%$9,721
Diesel Equipment Technology53%78%69%$11,629
Diesel Engine Service Technician FABTECH89%85%71%$13,823
Automotive Technology GM ASEP70%87%74%$10,486
Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Technician56%86%64%$9,135
Automotive and Light Duty Truck Technician72%86%68%$10,670
Outdoor Power Equipment Technician79%75%61%$8,984
Automotive Technology Imports42%86%68%$9,009
Diesel Construction Equipment Service Technician98%83%63%$16,095
Automotive Technician Imports59%91%61%$8,672
GM Express Service Technician85%98%82%$7,594
Vehicle Refinishing and Repair Technology50%87%67%$7,492
Automotive Technician80%80%81%$8,178
Diesel Power Generation & Marine Service Tech FAB85%94%50%$16,550
Diesel Equipment Technician with CDL100%

In the Automotive Quick Service Technician program at Fox Valley Technical College, 62% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,600 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Airframe & Powerplant Mechanics program at Fox Valley Technical College, 71% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 79% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,521 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Automotive Technology program at Fox Valley Technical College, 82% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 52% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,800 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Diesel Equipment Mechanic program at Fox Valley Technical College, 89% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 81% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,931 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Technician program at Fox Valley Technical College, 83% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 87% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,924 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Aircraft Electronics program at Fox Valley Technical College, 76% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 62% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,721 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Diesel Equipment Technology program at Fox Valley Technical College, 78% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 53% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,629 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Diesel Engine Service Technician FABTECH program at Fox Valley Technical College, 85% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 89% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $13,823 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Automotive Technology GM ASEP program at Fox Valley Technical College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 70% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,486 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Technician program at Fox Valley Technical College, 86% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 56% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,135 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Automotive and Light Duty Truck Technician program at Fox Valley Technical College, 86% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 72% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,670 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Outdoor Power Equipment Technician program at Fox Valley Technical College, 75% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 79% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,984 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Automotive Technology Imports program at Fox Valley Technical College, 86% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 42% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,009 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Diesel Construction Equipment Service Technician program at Fox Valley Technical College, 83% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 98% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $16,095 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Automotive Technician Imports program at Fox Valley Technical College, 91% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 59% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,672 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the GM Express Service Technician program at Fox Valley Technical College, 98% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 85% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,594 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Vehicle Refinishing and Repair Technology program at Fox Valley Technical College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 50% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,492 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Automotive Technician program at Fox Valley Technical College, 80% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 80% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,178 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Diesel Power Generation & Marine Service Tech FAB program at Fox Valley Technical College, 94% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 85% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $16,550 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Diesel Equipment Technician with CDL program at Fox Valley Technical College, 100% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$54,950

10-Year Job Growth

+6%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$43,960+6%
75%
primary100% confidence
$37,248+2.5%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$41,213

Peak Salary

$68,688

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (5)

Repairing
Equipment Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Operation and Control
Operations Monitoring

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

Location Appleton, WI

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $4,916
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $7,109
Average Net Price $10,007

Program Information

CIP Code: 47.0606
CIP Family: 47
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