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Career Pathways
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Trends and Job Forecast in Manufacturing
What skills and experience are needed?
Job Postings by Educational Attainment
Education Level | Postings |
|---|---|
| No Education Listed | 12 |
| High school or GED | 5 |
| Associate degree | 2 |
| Bachelor's degree | 1 |
Job Postings by Experience Level
Experience Level | Postings |
|---|---|
| None | 0 |
| Entry (1-2 Years) | 4 |
| Junior (3-5 Years) | 6 |
| Mid (6-9 Years) | 0 |
| Experienced (10+ Years) | 0 |
Top Specialized Skills (last 90 days)
Skill | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings % Change | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Systems | 8 | 50% | $62,208 |
| Hydraulics | 7 | 28.6% | $51,968 |
| Heavy Equipment | 6 | 50% | $62,208 |
| Lathes | 6 | 33.3% | |
| Power Tool Operation | 6 | 33.3% | $35,360 |
| Industrial Construction | 5 | 0% | |
| Industrial Repair And Maintenance | 5 | -20% | $35,328 |
| Mechanical Drawings | 5 | 20% | |
| Milling | 5 | 20% | |
| Welding | 5 | 20% | $47,663 |
Top Common Skills (last 90 days)
Latest 90 Days Unique Postings | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings % Change | Median Salary | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) | 9 | 44.4% | $62,336 |
| Communication | 7 | 0% | $35,456 |
| Detail Oriented | 7 | 0% | $62,208 |
| Operations | 7 | 42.9% | $24,960 |
| Interpersonal Communications | 5 | 40% | $62,400 |
| Leadership | 5 | 0% | $62,400 |
| Verbal Communication Skills | 4 | 50% | $62,208 |
| Customer Service | 3 | -33.3% | $62,400 |
| Management | 3 | 0% | $35,360 |
| Scheduling | 3 | 33.3% | $35,360 |
What programs and education can provide me with the skills needed to be qualified?
Top 2 Credentials
Certification | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings % Change | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDL Class A License | 1 | $71,073 | |
| Commercial Driver's License (CDL) | 1 | 0% |
Top 2 Programs
Degree | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings % Change | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other | 2 | 50% | $71,073 |
| Plumbing Technology/Plumber | 1 | 0% | $47,663 |
Industry-Based Certifications (IBCs) are a valuable component of solid career pathways for students.
TEC §39.053 requires the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to count high school students who earn an industry-based certification as an indicator within the student achievement domain of the state's public school accountability system. The purpose of the IBC list is to identify certifications that prepare students for success in the workforce, the military, or postsecondary education.
Students Who Passed the IBC Certification in Manufacturing
Industry-Based Certification (IBC) Name | 2022-2023 Total | 2023-2024 Totalâ–¼ | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWS D9.1 SHEET METAL WELDING | 171 | 164 | 15 |
| AWS D1.1 STRUCTURAL STEEL | 145 | 77 | -27 |
| FANUC ROBOT OPERATOR 1 | 7 | 12 | -54 |
IBC Certification Passed by Students 2023-2024 by District
Advance your career at local institutions. Below are the local universities and colleges that offer industry-approved certificates and degrees. These completion certificates are the next step to advancing your career.
Postsecondary education programs, including certifications, aligned with target industries.
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) |
|---|
| Manufacturing Engineering (BSMFGE & MSE) |
| Materials Science and Engineering (PhD) |
| Mechanical Engineering (BSME & MSE) |
| Texas State Technical College (TSTC) |
|---|
| Precision Machining Technology (AAS) |
| Machining (Cert. 1) |
| Precision Machining Technology (Cert. 2) |
| Mechatronics Technology (AAS) |
| Industrial Systems Training Program |
| Texas Southmost College (TSC) |
|---|
| Industrial Machinery Mechanics (AAS) |
| Introduction to Arc Welding (IRC & AAS) |
| Welding Technology/Welder (IRC) |
Career Area | Local Career Schools | Program Name |
|---|---|---|
| Technologist Welder | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Advanced Welder/ Program/ 1265 hours/ Certificate |
| Technologist Welder | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Combination Structual Fitter Welder/ Program/ 917.5 hours/ Certificate |
| Technologist Welder | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Intermediate Welder / Program / 592.5 hours / Certificate |
| Technologist Welder | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Structual Welding Seminar/ 150 Hours/ Certificate |
| Technologist Welder | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Welding Seminar/ 150 hours/ Certificate |
| Technologist Pipefitting | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Advanced Pipefitting / Program/ 665 hours/ Certificate |
| Technologist Pipefitting | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Combination Pipe Fitter- Welder Program/ 955 hours/ Certificate |
| Technologist Pipefitting | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Pipe Welding Seminar / 150 hours/ Certificate |
| Metal Fabricator Pipefitting | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Pipe Fitting Seminar / 150 hours/ Certificate |
| Metal Fabricator Pipefitting | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Intermediate Pipefitting/ Program / 322.5 hours/ Certificate |
| Metal Fabricator Pipefitting | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Intermediate Maritime Structual Pipe Fitter / Program/ 305 hours Certificate |
| Metal Fabricator Pipefitting | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Maritime Pipefitting Seminar/ 150 hours / Certificate |
| Metal Fabricator Pipefitting | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Maritime Structual Fitter ( Ship Fitter) Seminar/ 150 hours / Certificate |
| Machinist / Machine Technology | CAREERS OF AMERICA | Advanced Maritime Structual Pipefitter / Program/ 710 hours/ certificate |
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