Automation Engineer Technology/Technician at Northcentral Technical College in Wausau, WI
Total Graduates
11
Class of 2025
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,889
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 Northcentral 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Design Engineering Technology | 47% | 78% | 67% | $11,962 |
| Electromechanical Technology | 73% | 85% | 77% | $11,975 |
| Automation Systems Technology | 74% | 91% | 63% | $14,422 |
| Industrial Automation | 92% | 89% | 64% | $14,565 |
| Welding Robotic Operation | 94% | 88% | 79% | $12,127 |
In the Mechanical Design Engineering Technology program at Northcentral Technical College, 78% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 47% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,962 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Electromechanical Technology program at Northcentral Technical College, 85% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 73% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,975 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Automation Systems Technology program at Northcentral Technical College, 91% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 74% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $14,422 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Industrial Automation program at Northcentral Technical College, 89% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 92% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $14,565 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Welding Robotic Operation program at Northcentral Technical College, 88% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 94% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,127 (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
$77,180
10-Year Job Growth
+0.6%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $61,744 | +0.6% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
| |
| $56,608 | +1.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
| |
Robotics Technicians
SOC: 17-3024 | $56,608 | +1.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$57,885
Peak Salary
$96,475
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (5)
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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