Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician, General at Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton, WI
Total Graduates
58
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
93%
54 of 58
Female Graduates
7%
4 of 58
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,916
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
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.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Quick Service Technician | 100% | 62% | 49% | $5,600 |
| Airframe & Powerplant Mechanics | 79% | 71% | 47% | $11,521 |
| Automotive Technology | 52% | 82% | 69% | $7,800 |
| Diesel Equipment Mechanic | 81% | 89% | 71% | $12,931 |
| Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Technician | 87% | 83% | 72% | $5,924 |
| Aircraft Electronics | 62% | 76% | 51% | $9,721 |
| Diesel Equipment Technology | 53% | 78% | 69% | $11,629 |
| Diesel Engine Service Technician FABTECH | 89% | 85% | 71% | $13,823 |
| Automotive Technology GM ASEP | 70% | 87% | 74% | $10,486 |
| Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Technician | 56% | 86% | 64% | $9,135 |
| Automotive and Light Duty Truck Technician | 72% | 86% | 68% | $10,670 |
| Outdoor Power Equipment Technician | 79% | 75% | 61% | $8,984 |
| Automotive Technology Imports | 42% | 86% | 68% | $9,009 |
| Diesel Construction Equipment Service Technician | 98% | 83% | 63% | $16,095 |
| Automotive Technician Imports | 59% | 91% | 61% | $8,672 |
| GM Express Service Technician | 85% | 98% | 82% | $7,594 |
| Vehicle Refinishing and Repair Technology | 50% | 87% | 67% | $7,492 |
| Automotive Technician | 80% | 80% | 81% | $8,178 |
| Diesel Power Generation & Marine Service Tech FAB | 85% | 94% | 50% | $16,550 |
| Diesel Equipment Technician with CDL | 100% | — | — | — |
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
$49,670
10-Year Job Growth
+4.2%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
SOC: 49-3023 | $39,736 | +4.2% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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| $62,640 | +3.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$37,253
Peak Salary
$62,088
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (4)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
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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