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Diesel Mechanics Technology at Portland Community College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Diesel Mechanics Technology, you may want to check out the program at Portland Community College. Get started with the following essential facts.
Portland Community College sits in Portland, OR.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 22 diesel mechanics technology degrees were awarded at Portland Community College.
Online & Distance Learning at Portland Community College
Distance learning is available at Portland Community College. Among 20,861 students, 8,399 (40%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,481 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Diesel Mechanics Technology Rankings at Portland Community College
Rankings can help you compare Portland Community College’s Diesel Mechanics Technology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #9 of 26 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #35 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 172 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #164 of 254 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Diesel Mechanics Technology graduates at Portland Community College, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Diesel Mechanics Technology graduates at Portland Community College are 0% women (0) and 100% men (22).
Diesel Mechanics Technology Associate’s Program at Portland Community College
Of the 17 associate’s diesel mechanics technology graduates at Portland Community College, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Diesel Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at Portland Community College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of Diesel Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at Portland Community College, lower than the national average of 31%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Diesel Mechanics Technology Graduates
Students who finish Diesel Mechanics Technology program at Portland Community College go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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.