Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician at Gwinnett Technical College in Lawrenceville, GA
Total Graduates
23
Class of 2024
Annual Tuition & Fees
$3,356
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 Gwinnett 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 TECHNOLOGY AAS--AT23 | 39% | 68% | 71% | $6,274 |
| AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA--AT14 | 52% | 83% | 82% | $7,187 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ COLLEGE AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM AAS--MBC3 | 24% | 69% | 67% | $5,558 |
| HEAVY DIESEL SERVICE TECHNICIAN CERT--HD31 | 60% | 60% | — | $10,055 |
| MOPAR COLLEGE AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM DIPLOMA--MCD2 | 83% | — | — | — |
In the AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY AAS--AT23 program at Gwinnett Technical College, 68% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 39% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,274 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA--AT14 program at Gwinnett Technical College, 83% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 52% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,187 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the MERCEDES-BENZ COLLEGE AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM AAS--MBC3 program at Gwinnett Technical College, 69% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 24% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,558 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the HEAVY DIESEL SERVICE TECHNICIAN CERT--HD31 program at Gwinnett Technical College, 60% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 60% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,055 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the MOPAR COLLEGE AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM DIPLOMA--MCD2 program at Gwinnett Technical College, 83% 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
$60,640
10-Year Job Growth
+2.4%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $48,512 | +2.4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$45,480
Peak Salary
$75,800
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (3)
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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