Metal Fabricator at Waukesha County Technical College in Pewaukee, WI
Total Graduates
27
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
89%
24 of 27
Female Graduates
11%
3 of 27
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,694
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 Waukesha County 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welding Technician | 74% | 60% | 46% | $10,281 |
| Metal Fabrication/Welding | 59% | 81% | 66% | $12,342 |
| Metal Fabrication/Welding-Advanced | 49% | 80% | 66% | $11,337 |
| CNC Setup Technician | 64% | 56% | 44% | $11,169 |
| Tool and Die Making | 44% | 86% | 79% | $11,854 |
| Machine Tool Operation | 58% | 81% | 69% | $11,839 |
| Tool & Die Apprentice | 81% | 73% | 57% | $16,934 |
| Machinist Apprentice | 85% | 71% | 64% | $13,482 |
In the Welding Technician program at Waukesha County Technical College, 60% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 74% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,281 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Metal Fabrication/Welding program at Waukesha County Technical College, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 59% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,342 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Metal Fabrication/Welding-Advanced program at Waukesha County Technical College, 80% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 49% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,337 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the CNC Setup Technician program at Waukesha County Technical College, 56% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 64% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,169 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Tool and Die Making program at Waukesha County Technical College, 86% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 44% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,854 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Machine Tool Operation program at Waukesha County Technical 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 $11,839 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Tool & Die Apprentice program at Waukesha County Technical College, 73% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 81% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $16,934 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Machinist Apprentice program at Waukesha County Technical College, 71% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 85% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $13,482 (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
$49,900
10-Year Job Growth
-16.3%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters
SOC: 51-2041 | $39,920 | -16.3% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$37,425
Peak Salary
$62,375
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)
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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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