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Precision Metal Working in Alabama

Precision Metal Working Schools in Alabama

1,474 students earned Precision Metal Working degrees in Alabama in the 2021-2022 year.

In terms of popularity, Precision Metal Working is the 3rd most popular major in the state out of a total 40 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Precision Metal Working Majors in Alabama

Precision Metal Working majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1,152
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 227
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 227
Associate Degree 95

Gender Distribution

In Alabama, a precision metal working major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of precision metal working majors in Alabama is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.1%
  • Black or African American: 18.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.3%
  • White: 70.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.3%
  • Other Races: 6.5%
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Jobs for Precision Metal Working Grads in Alabama

42,060 people in the state and 1,918,330 in the nation are employed in jobs related to precision metal working.

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Wages for Precision Metal Working Jobs in Alabama

In this state, precision metal working grads earn an average of $38,170. Nationwide, they make an average of $41,090.

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There are 11 colleges in Alabama that offer precision metal working degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

219 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,371 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 3.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid.

140 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,204 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 41% are considered full time. A typical student attending Wallace State, Hanceville will pay a net price of $8,467. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,112 a year.

125 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,048 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $28,639 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 38% are considered full time.

118 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,371 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $7,087. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 45% are considered full time.

91 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,489 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $28,704 after earning their degree at this institution. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.80%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 38% are considered full time.

82 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,069 Total Students

79% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 38% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $7,780.

72 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,659 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 50% are considered full time. In their early career, Shelton State Community College grads earn an average salary of $28,902. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

55 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,308 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $26,555 after graduation. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 88% of students receive it.

52 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,627 Total Students

14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 50% are considered full time. In their early career, WCCS grads earn an average salary of $24,633.

47 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,816 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $7,116. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $26,614 after earning their degree at this institution. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1.

47 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,899 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 64% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $1,520. Graduates earn an average $26,724 after graduation.

Precision Metal Working Careers in AL

Some of the careers precision metal working majors go into include:

Job Title AL Job Growth AL Median Salary
Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers 36% $42,270
Machine Tool Operators 21% $36,930
Metal and Plastic Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders 16% $34,260
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 15% $34,960
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers 15% $39,540
Metal and Plastic Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders 15% $34,350
Tool and Die Makers 14% $53,130
Machinists 11% $44,130
Sheet Metal Workers 9% $37,470
Metal and Plastic Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 6% $27,490
Metal and Plastic Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 3% $31,770
Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners 3% $29,860
Metal and Plastic Layout Workers 3% $27,910
Metal and Plastic Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders -2% $32,210
Metal and Plastic Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -8% $48,440
Metal and Plastic Forging Machine Setter, Operator, or Tender -8% $37,930
Metal and Plastic Patternmakers -8% $40,650
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters -11% $38,930
Metal and Plastic Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders -21% $41,330
Foundry Mold and Coremakers -23% $35,440

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to precision metal working.

Major Annual Graduates in AL
Woodworking 25

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