Machine Shop Technology/Assistant at Maysville Community and Technical College in Maysville, KY

Precision Production Certificate CIP 48.0503

Total Graduates

3

Class of 2023

Annual Tuition

$4,464

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

Certificate 14 grads Certificate 3 grads Associate's 2 grads

Program Popularity

#26
of 94 colleges nationally
72.3%
Produces more graduates than 72.3% of colleges offering this program
1,235
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Machine Shop Technology/Assistant.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 48.0503
Program Family Precision Production

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 3 graduates
Award Year 2023

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Machinists

Primary Occupation
$56,150
Median Annual Salary
$38,100 $78,760
10th percentile 90th percentile
298,790 employed nationally

Related Occupations

Multiple machine tool setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic -0.5%
$46,060
Grinding, lapping, polishing, and buffing machine tool setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic -12%
$45,190
Structural metal fabricators and fitters -16.3%
$49,900
Heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic -12.8%
$47,450

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

$49,970

10-Year Job Growth

-10.7%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 9 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$39,976-10.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
$36,152-12%
75%
primary100% confidence
$37,960-12.8%
75%
primary100% confidence
$49,496-5.4%
0%
primary100% confidence
Machinists SOC: 51-4041
$44,9200%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$37,478

Peak Salary

$62,463

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (4)

Operations Monitoring
Operation and Control
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
I
Investigative

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented
Analytical
Curious

💡 Interests

Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management
Conducting research
Solving complex problems

Work Values

Monitoring
Active Listening
Speaking
Knowledge
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving?

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
  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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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.

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