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General Engineering Technology at Compton College
If you plan to study General Engineering Technology, take a look at what Compton College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Compton College is in Compton, CA.
Studying Online at Compton College
Many students take online classes at Compton College. Of 5,225 students, 1,387 (27%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,175 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Top-Paying Careers for General Engineering Technology Graduates
Graduates of the General Engineering Technology program at Compton College work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for General Engineering Technology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | $134,632 |
| Robotics Technicians | $131,252 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $88,689 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $86,216 |
| Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians | $77,835 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $61,455 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | $57,631 |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $50,036 |
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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