Precision Metal Working
Undergraduate certificate · Lake Area Technical College · Watertown, SD
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$49,693Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
48Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Precision Metal Working at Lake Area Technical College earn a median of $49,693. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $48,702 four years after graduating (middle half: $31,475–$65,767).
Precision Metal Working (Undergraduate certificate) at other South Dakota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Western Dakota Technical College Rapid City | $44,614 | $8,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Precision Metal Working graduates from Lake Area Technical College make?
The median salary is $49,693.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.