Instrumentation Technology/Technician at Ridgewater College in Willmar, MN
Total Graduates
25
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
92%
23 of 25
Female Graduates
8%
2 of 25
Annual Tuition & Fees
$6,109
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 Ridgewater 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nondestructive Testing Technology | 68% | 64% | 61% | $9,589 |
| Manufacturing Automation Technologies | 65% | 86% | 82% | $12,481 |
| Manufacturing Production Technologies | 71% | 88% | 91% | $14,374 |
In the Nondestructive Testing Technology program at Ridgewater College, 64% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 68% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,589 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Manufacturing Automation Technologies program at Ridgewater College, 86% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 65% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,481 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Manufacturing Production Technologies program at Ridgewater College, 88% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 71% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $14,374 (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
$65,040
10-Year Job Growth
+4.7%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Calibration Technologists and Technicians
SOC: 17-3028 | $52,032 | +4.7% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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| $56,608 | +1.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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| $53,664 | +2% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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Robotics Technicians
SOC: 17-3024 | $56,608 | +1.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$48,780
Peak Salary
$81,300
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)
No specific skills data available
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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