Automation Engineer Technology/Technician at St Cloud Technical and Community College in Saint Cloud, MN
Total Graduates
6
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
83%
5 of 6
Female Graduates
17%
1 of 6
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,957
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 St Cloud Technical and Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instrumentation and Process Control Technology | 50% | 85% | 85% | $11,828 |
| Mechatronics Technology | 58% | 81% | 84% | $12,048 |
| Robotics and Automation Technology | 58% | 81% | 84% | $12,048 |
| Biomedical Equipment Technician | 80% | 83% | 83% | $10,979 |
In the Instrumentation and Process Control Technology program at St Cloud Technical and Community College, 85% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 50% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,828 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Mechatronics Technology program at St Cloud Technical and Community College, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 58% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,048 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Robotics and Automation Technology program at St Cloud Technical and Community College, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 58% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,048 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Biomedical Equipment Technician program at St Cloud Technical and Community College, 83% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 80% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,979 (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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