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131 students earned Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician degrees in Louisiana in the 2021-2022 year.

In terms of popularity, Diesel Mechanics Technology is the 31st most popular major in the state out of a total 119 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Diesel Mechanics Technology Majors in Louisiana

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 76
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 76
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 55

Gender Distribution

In Louisiana, a diesel mechanics technology/technician major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of diesel mechanics technology/technician majors in Louisiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 13.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.1%
  • White: 69.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 10.7%
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Jobs for Diesel Mechanics Technology Grads in Louisiana

In this state, there are 2,620 people employed in jobs related to a diesel mechanics technology/technician degree, compared to 264,860 nationwide.

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Wages for Diesel Mechanics Technology Jobs in Louisiana

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician grads earn an average of $47,680 in the state and $49,150 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in Louisiana that offer diesel mechanics technology/technician degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

55 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,762 Total Students

90% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The 4.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

29 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,996 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 54%. Graduates earn an average $28,004 after graduation. The student to faculty ratio is 23 to 1.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,612 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 24 to 1. 67% of the teachers are full time. In their early career, Northshore Technical College-Sullivan Main Campus grads earn an average salary of $24,975.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
957 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. 55% of the teachers are full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $10,281.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,956 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 26 to 1. 90% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. A typical student attending LDCC will pay a net price of $8,252.

Diesel Mechanics Technology Careers in LA

Some of the careers diesel mechanics technology/technician majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Bus and Truck Mechanics 12% $45,180

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to diesel mechanics technology/technician.

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Automotive Mechanics Technology 521
Aircraft Powerplant Technology 41
General Vehicle Maintenance & Repair 24
Small Engine Mechanics Technology 13
Aircraft Maintenance Technology 11
Marine Maintenance 5
Collision & Repair Technology 4
Heavy Vehicle & Truck Maintenance 1

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