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Baran Institute of Technology graduates discover lots of career flexibility -- from working for an established business to opening up their own shop and enjoying total independence. But don't just believe us. Check out the possibilities by looking at the U.S. Department of Labor information below:
The U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Statistics
Occupational Outlook Handbook 2006-2007 Edition, U.S. Department of
Labor stats.
Significant Points:
- To become a fully skilled automotive body repairer, formal
training followed by on-the-job instruction is recommended
because repair of newer automobiles require more advanced skills
to fix their new technologies and new body material.
- Repairers need good reading ability and basic mathematics and
computer skills in order to follow instructions and diagrams in
print and computer-based technical manuals.
Earnings: Median annually May 2004: $26,104 to $45,843
Top 10%: $59,176+
Significant Points:
- Formal automotive technical training is the best preparation for these challenging technology-based jobs.
- Opportunities should be very good for automotive service
technicians and mechanics with diagnostic and problem-solving
skills, knowledge of electronics and mathematics, and mechanical
aptitude.
- Automotive service technicians and mechanics must continually
adapt to changing technology and repair techniques as vehicle
components and systems become increasingly sophisticated.
Earnings: Median annually May 2004: $23,524 to $43,160
Top 10%: $54,537+
Significant Points:
- A career as a diesel service technician or mechanic can offer
relatively high wages and the challenge of skilled repair work.
- Opportunities are expected to be very good for persons who
complete formal training programs.
- National certification is the recognized standard of
achievement for diesel service technicians and mechanics.
Earnings: Median annually May 2004: $28,558 to $43,950
Top 10%: $53,393+
Significant Points:
- Employment is projected to grow faster than average.
- Job prospects are expected to be excellent, particularly for
those with training from an accredited technical school or with
formal apprenticeship training.
- Obtaining certification through one of several organizations
is increasingly recommended by employers and may increase
advancement opportunities.
Earnings: Median annually May 2004: $28,100 to $46,196
Top 10%: $56,388+
Significant Points:
- More than 6 out of 10 jobs are found in manufacturing
industries.
- Training ranges from a few weeks of school or on-the-job
training for low-skilled positions to several years of combined
school and on-the-job training for highly skilled jobs.
- Employment is projected to grow more slowly than average.
Despite this, job prospects should be excellent as employers
report difficulty finding enough qualified people.
Earnings: Median annually May 2004: $24,752 to $37,544
Top 10%: $46,176+
Significant Points:
- Employment is expected to grow as fast as the average for all
occupations, and persons with formal training as a mechanic
should enjoy good job prospects.
- Use of motorcycles, motorboats, and outdoor power equipment is
seasonal in many areas, so mechanics may service other types of
equipment or work reduced hours in the winter.
Earnings: Median annually May 2004: $22,006 to $36,462
Top 10%: $45,656+
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