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Mechanic & Repair Technologies at College of the Desert
If you plan to study Mechanic & Repair Technologies, you may want to check out the program at College of the Desert. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
College of the Desert is in Palm Desert, CA.
Online & Distance Learning at College of the Desert
Online coursework is an option at College of the Desert. Among 12,861 students, 4,122 (32%) studied exclusively online and 4,016 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Top-Paying Careers for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Graduates
Students who finish Mechanic & Repair Technologies program at College of the Desert go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Mechanic & Repair Technologies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay | $89,975 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | $85,639 |
| Motorcycle Mechanics | $83,695 |
| Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers | $77,621 |
| Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers | $76,815 |
| Wind Turbine Service Technicians | $74,051 |
| Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door | $69,523 |
| Maintenance Workers, Machinery | $68,487 |
| Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers | $67,147 |
| Gem and Diamond Workers | $66,671 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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