Boilermaking/Boilermaker at Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis, IN

Precision Production Certificate CIP 48.0801

Total Graduates

32

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

84%

27 of 32

Female Graduates

16%

5 of 32

Annual Tuition

$4,912

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Boilermaking/Boilermaker

Certificate 32 grads Associate's 8 grads

Program Popularity

#1
of 2 colleges nationally
50%
Produces more graduates than 50% of colleges offering this program
33
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Boilermaking/Boilermaker.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 48.0801
Program Family Precision Production

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 32 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 84% male, 16% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Boilermakers

Primary Occupation
$73,340
Median Annual Salary
$48,390 $107,600
10th percentile 90th percentile
10,170 employed nationally -2.4% projected growth

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$73,340

10-Year Job Growth

-2.4%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
Boilermakers SOC: 47-2011
$58,672-2.4%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$55,005

Peak Salary

$91,675

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (3)

Operations Monitoring
Operation and Control
Critical Thinking

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

R
Realistic
C
Conventional
I
Investigative

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented
Analytical
Curious

💡 Interests

Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management
Conducting research
Solving complex problems

Work Values

Active Listening
Knowledge
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving?

2

Do you value active listening?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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