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Precision Metal Working in Connecticut

Precision Metal Working Schools in Connecticut

376 students earned Precision Metal Working degrees in Connecticut in the 2021-2022 year.

A Precision Metal Working major is the 7th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Precision Metal Working Majors in Connecticut

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 350
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 350
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 26

Gender Distribution

In Connecticut, 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 Connecticut is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.2%
  • Black or African American: 6.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 17.8%
  • White: 45.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.1%
  • Other Races: 24.5%
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Jobs for Precision Metal Working Grads in Connecticut

There are 27,740 people in the state and 1,918,330 people in the nation working in precision metal working jobs.

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Wages for Precision Metal Working Jobs in Connecticut

In this state, precision metal working grads earn an average of $43,420. Nationwide, they make an average of $41,090.

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There are 8 colleges in Connecticut that offer precision metal working degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

#1

Lincoln Technical Institute - East Windsor

East Windsor
175 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,170 Total Students

23 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid. An average student at Lincoln Tech - East Windsor will pay a net price of $32,507.

#2

Naugatuck Valley Community College

Waterbury
84 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,673 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $6,743. Of all the students who attend this school, 89% get financial aid. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#3

Asnuntuck Community College

Enfield
63 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,220 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $9,223. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $39,857 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate of 3.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#4

Housatonic Community College

Bridgeport
47 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,604 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $6,800. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.20%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1.

#5

Quinebaug Valley Community College

Danielson
34 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,118 Total Students

In their early career, QVCC grads earn an average salary of $31,012. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $6,799.

#6

Bristol Technical Education Center

Bristol
14 Degrees in Major Awarded
77 Total Students

15% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $3,174.

#7

Middlesex Community College

Middletown
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,988 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 26% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $32,489 after graduation. 86% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#8

Tunxis Community College

Farmington
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,320 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,091. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $35,955 a year.

Precision Metal Working Careers in CT

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

Job Title CT Job Growth CT Median Salary
Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers 33% $63,080
Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners 20% $43,530
Machine Tool Operators 13% $47,400
Machinists 13% $49,950
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers 13% $51,430
Sheet Metal Workers 8% $52,860
Metal and Plastic Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders 5% $37,070
Metal and Plastic Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders 4% $39,840
Tool and Die Makers 2% $61,940
Metal and Plastic Layout Workers 0% $0
Metal and Plastic Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders 0% $40,670
Metal and Plastic Workers 0% $37,840
Metal and Plastic Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -3% $47,170
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -4% $37,330
Metal and Plastic Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders -7% $38,470
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters -7% $42,550
Metal and Plastic Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders -7% $53,980
Metal and Plastic Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -8% $51,340
Metal and Plastic Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -8% $41,020
Metal and Plastic Forging Machine Setter, Operator, or Tender -15% $25,160
Foundry Mold and Coremakers -17% $35,480

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

Major Annual Graduates in CT
Precision Production Trades 9

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