Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Program Availability
Schools Offering
80
113 total including inactive
States
22
Across 22 states
Graduates (2025)
949
Total completions
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 22 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Texas, Ohio and Arkansas.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$64,200
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Job Growth
+2.1%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$4,471
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $12,900, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Organization
- Data management
- Leadership roles
- Sales
- Building things
- Working with hands
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?
Do you value active listening?
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
- • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
- • 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.
Where Can You Study Construction Engineering Technology/Technician?
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