Machine Tool Technology/Machinist.

Machine Tool Technology/Machinist is a high-demand academic program that 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. Graduates benefit from 13 diverse career options across multiple industries. Graduates of Machine Tool Technology/Machinist often pursue careers as Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic, Machinists, and Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic. Across these roles, median annual salaries range from $48,620 to $61,870, reflecting the strong return on investment for this field of study. Whether you are exploring undergraduate programs or considering a career change, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist provides the knowledge and credentials needed to succeed in a competitive job market. The skills developed through this major — including critical thinking, technical expertise, and practical application — are highly valued by employers across the economy.

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