Communications Technology/Technician at Pellissippi State Community College in Knoxville, TN

Communications Technologies BACHELOR CIP 10.0105

Total Graduates

66

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

68%

45 of 66

Female Graduates

32%

21 of 66

Annual Tuition

$4,224

In-state rate

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Communications Technology/Technician.
Degree Level BACHELOR
CIP Code 10.0105
Program Family Communications Technologies

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 66 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 68% male, 32% female

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$53,920

10-Year Job Growth

-2.8%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$43,136-2.8%
75%
primary100% confidence
$56,784+4%
75%
primary100% confidence
$57,416+2.7%
0%
primary100% confidence
$53,144-1.7%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$40,440

Peak Salary

$67,400

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (4)

Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Monitoring
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.

Your Future Work Environment

🏢

Mixed

Setting

💪

Moderate

Physical Demands

👥

Small Team

Team Size

✈️

Occasional

Travel

Work Schedule

✓ Regular Hours Flexible

Indoor/Outdoor

50% indoor

Autonomy Level

Moderate

Overtime Expectations

Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare

Customer Interaction

Moderate

Technology & Tools You'll Master

Digital Literacy Required

EXPERT

Technology Intensity

HIGH

Important Software

Autodesk AutoCAD Adobe InDesign Adobe Illustrator Adobe Photoshop Microsoft Office software Linux Microsoft Windows UNIX Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Excel

Beneficial Software

Microsoft Outlook Extensible markup language XML TikTok AJAX Cascading style sheets CSS Hypertext markup language HTML JavaScript Adobe Acrobat Git Oracle Java

Digital Competencies You'll Develop

Proficiency with specialized software
Technical documentation
Data analysis tools
System integration
Advanced software proficiency
System architecture understanding
Automation and scripting
Emerging technology adaptation
Technical problem-solving
Email and internet usage
Basic software navigation
File management
💡

Note: This program will equip you with expert level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Communications Technology/Technician..

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

R
Realistic
C
Conventional
A
Artistic

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; creative expression and innovation

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Creative design
  • Artistic expression

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented
Creative
Imaginative

💡 Interests

Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management
Creative design
Artistic expression

Work Values

Active Listening
Monitoring
Speaking
Creativity
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; creative expression and innovation?

2

Are you comfortable working mixed with moderate physical demands?

3

Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?

4

Do you value active listening?

5

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Creative individuals who value originality
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Knoxville, TN

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $4,224
Out-of-State Tuition $17,424

Program Information

CIP Code: 10.0105
CIP Family: 10
IPEDS ID: