High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic at Kauai Community College in Lihue, HI

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Certificate CIP 47.0617

Total Graduates

26

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

88%

23 of 26

Female Graduates

12%

3 of 26

Annual Tuition

$3,144

In-state rate

Available Degrees for High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic

Certificate 26 grads Certificate 11 grads Associate's 6 grads

Program Popularity

#3
of 11 colleges nationally
72.7%
Produces more graduates than 72.7% of colleges offering this program
162
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 47.0617
Program Family Mechanic & Repair Technologies

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 26 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 88% male, 12% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Automotive service technicians and mechanics

Primary Occupation
$49,670
Median Annual Salary
$33,660 $80,850
10th percentile 90th percentile
688,840 employed nationally +4.2% projected growth

Related Occupations

First-line supervisors of mechanics, installers, and repairers +3.1%
$78,300

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$49,670

10-Year Job Growth

+4.2%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$39,736+4.2%
75%
primary100% confidence
$62,640+3.1%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$37,253

Peak Salary

$62,088

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (4)

Repairing
Troubleshooting
Operations Monitoring
Critical Thinking

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.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

R
Realistic
C
Conventional
E
Enterprising

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Leadership roles
  • Sales

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented
Confident
Persuasive

💡 Interests

Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management
Leadership roles
Sales

Work Values

Monitoring
Active Listening
Management of Personnel Resources
Achievement
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others?

2

Do you value monitoring?

3

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.

Institution

Location Lihue, HI

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $3,144
Out-of-State Tuition $8,280
Average Net Price $6,547

Program Information

CIP Code: 47.0617
CIP Family: 47
IPEDS ID:
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