Realistic Type
Realistic Types are people who may have athletic ability, prefer to work with objects, machines, tools, plants or animals, or like to be outdoors. Careers are hands-on, like mechanics, technicians, welders, and more.
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Career Possibilities for Realistic Types
* Wage data is from Minnesota DEED and Placement rate from self-reported data of employment in field of study up to one year post graduation.
Auto Body Collision Technology
Students in the SCTCC Auto Body Collision Technology program learn a variety of skills and work with new technologies to prepare for a career as a Collision Repair Technician.
Automotive Service Technician
Our graduates are proficient in using the latest equipment for wheel alignment, engine performance, electrical and electronic diagnosis, brakes, air conditioning, engine service, and drivetrain repair.
Carpentry
With a Carpentry degree from SCTCC, graduates put their skills to work in residential construction, light and heavy commercial construction, highway and heavy bridgework, cabinetry and millwork.
Medium/Heavy Truck (Diesel Mechanic)
The Medium and Heavy Truck (Diesel Mechanic) program at SCTCC prepares graduates for maintenance, repair, and diagnostics on medium and heavy duty trucks and trailers. The growing demand to transport products quickly and safely has created an increase in the need for skilled technicians.
Electrical Construction Technology
The electrical program at SCTCC prepares students to become Journeymen/women. Graduates are placed in well-paying jobs all over Central Minnesota, the state, and throughout the Midwest.
Robotics & Industrial Controls
Students interested in Robotics & Industrial Controls can choose to major in energy technical specialist, instrumentation and process control, mechatronics, or robotics and automation technology.
Heating, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration
Well-trained technicians are in high demand with service, installation, and manufacturing companies. After graduation, students get to work in a demanding field with competitive pay.
CNC and Advanced Machining
At SCTCC, we’ve designed our program to benefit every student who joins our program. We give students real-world experience in the classroom so they can be certain to impress any future employer.
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