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Machine and metal working


What is a machine and metal working major?

This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to plan, manufacture, assemble, test, and repair parts, mechanisms, machines, and structures in which materials are cast, formed, shaped, molded, heat treated, cut, twisted, pressed, fused, stamped or worked. Career examples include ironworking, precision metal working, metal fabrication, and tool and die manufacturing.

How much do machine and metal working majors make?

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How popular is machine and metal working as a major?

Each year, fewer than 5 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 1,880 students obtain an associate degree in machine and metal working. In 2021, fewer than 5 students received a bachelor's degree and 1,738 students received an associate degree. This is relatively the same number of machine and metal working majors as there were in 2020. Machine and metal working is a relatively popular major compared to other trades and personal services majors.

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