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Diesel Mechanics Technology at Lake Area Technical College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Diesel Mechanics Technology, you may want to check out the program at Lake Area Technical College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Lake Area Technical College sits in Watertown, SD.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 92 diesel mechanics technology degrees were granted at Lake Area Technical College.
Online & Distance Learning at Lake Area Technical College
Many students take online classes at Lake Area Technical College. Among 2,312 students, 471 (20%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 623 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Diesel Mechanics Technology Rankings at Lake Area Technical College
Rankings can help you compare Lake Area Technical College’s Diesel Mechanics Technology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Dakota | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | South Dakota | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #7 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #18 of 172 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #29 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #214 of 254 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Diesel Mechanics Technology graduates at Lake Area Technical College, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Diesel Mechanics Technology graduates at Lake Area Technical College are 3% women (3) and 97% men (89).
Diesel Mechanics Technology Associate’s Program at Lake Area Technical College
Of the 92 associate’s diesel mechanics technology graduates at Lake Area Technical College, 3% were women (3) and 97% were men (89).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Diesel Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at Lake Area Technical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 89 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Minority students account for 3% of Diesel Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at Lake Area Technical College, below the national average of 31%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Diesel Mechanics Technology Graduates
Students who finish Diesel Mechanics Technology program at Lake Area Technical College pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Diesel Mechanics Technology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $55,957 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.