Applied Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

The Applied Technology, Engineering and Math pathway offers opportunities for students to explore career opportunities in Architecture and Interior Design, Automotive Technology, Cyber Security, Computer and Video Game Programming, Industrial Technologies, Mathematics, Welding, and more. These programs are designed to enhance problem-solving skills and provide hands-on-experiences to prepare students to enter the workforce directly or continue their education at a four-year university.

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Advanced Sheetfed Offset PressworkCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Architectural CAD TechnologyCertificate of Achievement- n/a
ArchitectureAssociate in Science- n/a
Architecture Mini CADCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automatic TransmissionCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automation FundamentalsCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automotive ChassisCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automotive Emission ControlCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automotive Engine PerformanceCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automotive FabricationCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automotive Light RepairCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automotive MaintenanceCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automotive Manual Drive TrainCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automotive Service AdvisorCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automotive Service ManagementCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automotive TechnologyCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Automotive TechnologyAssociate in Science- n/a
Autonomous SystemsCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Autonomous Systems DevelopmentAssociate in Science- n/a
Cloud ComputingCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Cloud Computing and Security SkillsCertificate of Achievement- n/a
CNC OperatorCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Commercial Interior DesignCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)Certificate of Achievement- n/a
Computer Game DesignCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Computer Game Programming SkillsCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Computer Numerical Control (CNC)Certificate of Achievement- n/a
Computer ScienceAssociate in Science- n/a
Computer Technician AnalystCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Computer Technician Apprentice SkillsCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Construction Estimating SkillsCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Construction InspectionCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Construction InspectionAssociate in Science- n/a
Construction TechnologyAssociate in Science- n/a
Construction TechnologyCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Conversational Programming SkillsCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Cyber SecurityAssociate in Science
  • CPL
Cyber Security AnalystCertificate of Achievement
  • CPL
Cyber Security MasterCertificate of Achievement
  • CPL
Cyber Security TechnicianCertificate of Achievement
  • CPL
Drone and Autonomous SystemsAssociate in Science- n/a
eDiscovery and Technology SpecialtyCertificate of Achievement
  • CPL
Electro-Mechanical TechnicianCertificate of Achievement- n/a
EngineeringAssociate in Science- n/a
Engineering TechnologyCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Flexography SkillsCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Forensic TechnicianCertificate of Achievement
  • CPL
Industrial DraftingAssociate in Science- n/a
Industrial Drafting - Level ICertificate of Achievement- n/a
Industrial Drafting - Level IICertificate of Achievement- n/a
Industrial Maintenance TechnicianCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Industrial TechnologyAssociate in Science- n/a
Interdisciplinary Studies: Emphasis in Science and MathematicsAssociate in Arts- n/a
Interior DesignAssociate in Science- n/a
Interior Design AssistantCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Machine Technology Level ICertificate of Achievement- n/a
Machine Technology Level IICertificate of Achievement- n/a
Manufacturing TechnologyAssociate in Science- n/a
MastercamCertificate of Achievement- n/a
MathematicsAssociate in Science- n/a
MathematicsAssociate in Science for Transfer- n/a
MetrologyCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Metrology Mini SkillsCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Networking SkillsCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Printing TechnologyAssociate in Science- n/a
Printing Technology (General)Certificate of Achievement- n/a
Product Development for Apparel IndustriesCertificate of Achievement- n/a
ProgrammingCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Residential Interior DesignCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Swiss LatheCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Theme Park TechnicianCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Theme Park Technology SpecialistCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Uncrewed Aerial Systems PilotingCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Web DesignCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Web Design SkillsCertificate of Achievement- n/a
Welding TechnologyCertificate of Achievement- n/a

What are the different Extras?Pathways = Full course maps combining two or more programs at different schools. FTK = Fastrak program. MC = Microcredentials available. CPL = Credit for Prior Learning; Get credit for what you already know and can do. DE = Dual Enrollment; Take college courses while in high school. C2D = Certificate to Degree; Get a degree after you complete this and other required certificates. CS = Certificate Stacking; Combine multiple required certificates to obtain this degree. NC = Non-credit program; Often available with no tuition cost; Can be taken multiple times. 

Featured Careers

Find your calling. Explore high-earning careers with entry-level data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

  • Biostatisticians

    Master's degree, Doctoral degree

    • Job growth: Rising
    • Low salary: 60,390
    • High salary: 170,700
    • Average salary: 103300
    Rising Job Growth $ 103,300 Average Salary $60,390 $170,700

  • Architects, Except Landscape and Naval

    Bachelor's degree, Master's degree

    • Job growth: Rising
    • Low salary: 60,510
    • High salary: 159,800
    • Average salary: 96690
    Rising Job Growth $ 96,690 Average Salary $60,510 $159,800

  • Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment

    Associate's degree, Certificate after high school

    • Job growth: Declining
    • Low salary: 44,980
    • High salary: 103,060
    • Average salary: 71300
    Declining Job Growth $ 71,300 Average Salary $44,980 $103,060

All Careers in Applied Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (200)

Computer Hardware EngineersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising155,020
Air Traffic ControllersHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolStable144,580
Computer and Information Research ScientistsBachelor's degree, Doctoral degreeRising140,910
Wind Energy Operations ManagersAssociate's degree, Bachelor's degreeRising136,550
Database ArchitectsBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising135,980
Data Warehousing SpecialistsBachelor's degreeRising135,980
Computer Network ArchitectsBachelor's degree, Certificate after high schoolRising130,390
Nurse PractitionersMaster's degree, Doctoral degreeRising129,210
Electronics EngineersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeRising127,590
Training & Development ManagersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising127,090
Information Security AnalystsBachelor's degree, Certificate after collegeRising124,910
Chemical EngineersBachelor's degreeRising121,860
MathematiciansDoctoral degree, Master's degreeStable121,680
Biofuels Production ManagersBachelor's degree, Some collegeStable121,440
Biomass Power Plant ManagersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeStable121,440
Geothermal Production ManagersSome college, Certificate after high schoolStable121,440
Economics Teachers, PostsecondaryDoctoral degreeStable119,980
Medical & Health Services ManagersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising117,960
Mechatronics EngineersBachelor's degree, Some collegeStable117,750
Nanosystems EngineersDoctoral degree, Bachelor's degreeStable117,750
Business Intelligence AnalystsBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising112,590
Clinical Data ManagersBachelor's degreeRising112,590
Electrical EngineersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeRising111,910
Art DirectorsBachelor's degreeStable111,040
Computer Systems Engineers/ArchitectsCertificate after high school, Associate's degreeRising108,970
Information Technology Project ManagersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeRising108,970
Web AdministratorsBachelor's degree, Some collegeRising108,970
Power Distributors & DispatchersCertificate after high school, Associate's degreeDeclining107,240
Construction ManagersBachelor's degreeRising106,980
Bioengineers & Biomedical EngineersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising106,950
Elevator and Escalator Installers and RepairersHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolRising106,580
Engineering Teachers, PostsecondaryDoctoral degree, Post-doctoral trainingRising106,120
Database AdministratorsBachelor's degreeRising104,620
Environmental EngineersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising104,170
Computer Systems AnalystsAssociate's degree, Bachelor's degreeRising103,790
Health Informatics SpecialistsMaster's degree, Bachelor's degreeRising103,790
BiostatisticiansMaster's degree, Doctoral degreeRising103,300
StatisticiansMaster's degree, Bachelor's degreeRising103,300
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and TestersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeRising102,610
Architecture Teachers, PostsecondaryDoctoral degree, Professional degreeStable101,480
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, & Space Sciences Teachers, PostsecondaryMaster's degree, Doctoral degreeStable101,390
Management AnalystsBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising101,190
Industrial EngineersBachelor's degree, Some collegeRising101,140
Manufacturing EngineersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeRising101,140
Validation EngineersBachelor's degreeRising101,140
Solar Sales Representatives & AssessorsAssociate's degree, Bachelor's degreeStable100,070
Special Effects Artists and AnimatorsBachelor's degree, Some collegeStable99,800
Special Effects Artists & AnimatorsBachelor's degree, Some collegeStable99,800
Hydroelectric Plant TechniciansAssociate's degree, Certificate after high schoolDeclining99,670
Power Plant OperatorsHigh school diploma/GED, Associate's degreeDeclining99,670
Civil EngineersBachelor's degreeRising99,590
Water/Wastewater EngineersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising99,590
Computer ProgrammersBachelor's degreeDeclining98,670
Video Game DesignersBachelor's degree, High school diploma/GEDRising98,090
Business Teachers, PostsecondaryDoctoral degree, Master's degreeRising97,270
Network and Computer Systems AdministratorsBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeDeclining96,800
Network & Computer Systems AdministratorsBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeDeclining96,800
Architects, Except Landscape and NavalBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising96,690
Computer Science Teachers, PostsecondaryMaster's degree, Doctoral degreeRising96,690
Clinical Nurse SpecialistsMaster's degreeRising93,600
Bioinformatics ScientistsBachelor's degree, Post-doctoral trainingRising93,330
Molecular & Cellular BiologistsPost-doctoral training, Bachelor's degreeRising93,330
Operations Research AnalystsMaster's degree, Bachelor's degreeRising91,290
Web DevelopersBachelor's degree, Certificate after high schoolRising90,930
Environmental Science Teachers, PostsecondaryDoctoral degree, Post-doctoral trainingStable87,710
Chemistry Teachers, PostsecondaryMaster's degree, Post-doctoral trainingStable86,220
Area, Ethnic, & Cultural Studies Teachers, PostsecondaryDoctoral degree, Master's degreeStable84,290
Media Programming DirectorsBachelor's degree, High school diploma/GEDRising83,480
Media Technical Directors/ManagersBachelor's degreeRising83,480
Producers and DirectorsBachelor's degree, High school diploma/GEDRising83,480
Talent DirectorsBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeRising83,480
Producers & DirectorsBachelor's degree, High school diploma/GEDRising83,480
Biological Science Teachers, PostsecondaryDoctoral degree, Post-doctoral trainingRising83,460
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation EquipmentCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising82,730
Electrical & Electronics Installers & Repairers, Transportation EquipmentCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising82,730
Avionics TechniciansCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising81,390
Sustainability SpecialistsBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising81,270
LogisticiansBachelor's degreeRising80,880
Logistics EngineersBachelor's degreeRising80,880
Fashion DesignersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeStable80,690
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, PostsecondaryMaster's degree, Doctoral degreeStable80,190
Art, Drama, & Music Teachers, PostsecondaryMaster's degree, Doctoral degreeStable80,190
Financial Quantitative AnalystsMaster's degree, Bachelor's degreeRising80,190
Environmental Restoration PlannersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising80,060
Industrial EcologistsMaster's degree, Bachelor's degreeRising80,060
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and TechniciansCertificate after high school, Associate's degreeRising79,830
Aerospace Engineering & Operations Technologists & TechniciansCertificate after high school, Associate's degreeRising79,830
Landscape ArchitectsBachelor's degree, Master's degreeStable79,660
Commercial and Industrial DesignersBachelor's degree, Some collegeStable79,450
Commercial & Industrial DesignersBachelor's degree, Some collegeStable79,450
Mathematical Science Teachers, PostsecondaryMaster's degree, Doctoral degreeStable79,350
Solar Energy Installation ManagersHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDRising78,690
Library Science Teachers, PostsecondaryDoctoral degree, Master's degreeStable78,630
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and RepairersHigh school diploma/GED, Some collegeStable78,300
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, & RepairersHigh school diploma/GED, Some collegeStable78,300
English Language & Literature Teachers, PostsecondaryDoctoral degree, Master's degreeDeclining78,270
Market Research Analysts & Marketing SpecialistsBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising76,950
Stationary Engineers & Boiler OperatorsCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDStable75,190
Instructional CoordinatorsMaster's degree, Bachelor's degreeDeclining74,720
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical DoorHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining74,690
Railroad Conductors & YardmastersHigh school diploma/GEDDeclining74,080
Electrical and Electronics DraftersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeStable73,720
Electrical & Electronics DraftersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeStable73,720
BoilermakersNo high school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining73,340
Computer Network Support SpecialistsBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeRising73,340
Poets, Lyricists & Creative WritersBachelor's degree, Some collegeStable72,270
Construction & Building InspectorsHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining72,120
Bioinformatics TechniciansBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising71,490
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial EquipmentAssociate's degree, Certificate after high schoolDeclining71,300
Electrical & Electronics Repairers, Commercial & Industrial EquipmentAssociate's degree, Certificate after high schoolDeclining71,300
Film & Video EditorsBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeStable70,980
Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and TechniciansCertificate after high school, Associate's degreeDeclining70,760
Robotics TechniciansAssociate's degree, Certificate after high schoolDeclining70,760
Public Relations SpecialistsBachelor's degreeRising69,780
Automotive Engineering TechniciansAssociate's degree, Bachelor's degreeDeclining68,730
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and TechniciansBachelor's degree, Certificate after high schoolDeclining68,730
Mechanical Engineering Technologists & TechniciansBachelor's degree, Certificate after high schoolDeclining68,730
Mechanical DraftersAssociate's degree, Bachelor's degreeDeclining68,510
Conservation ScientistsBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising67,950
Fabric & Apparel PatternmakersHigh school diploma/GED, Bachelor's degreeDeclining67,670
Set and Exhibit DesignersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeStable66,280
Set & Exhibit DesignersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeStable66,280
Rail Car RepairersHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolStable65,680
MillwrightsHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolStable65,170
Industrial Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSome college, Associate's degreeStable64,790
Civil Engineering Technologists and TechniciansCertificate after high school, Some collegeDeclining64,200
Civil Engineering Technologists & TechniciansCertificate after high school, Some collegeDeclining64,200
Mobile Heavy Equipment MechanicsCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising63,980
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary SchoolBachelor's degree, Certificate after high schoolDeclining63,910
Industrial Machinery MechanicsCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising63,760
Music Directors & ComposersMaster's degree, Bachelor's degreeStable63,670
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle SchoolBachelor's degree, Master's degreeDeclining63,620
Interior DesignersBachelor's degreeStable63,490
Health Education SpecialistsAssociate's degree, Bachelor's degreeRising63,000
Model Makers, Metal & PlasticHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining62,700
Medical Equipment RepairersAssociate's degree, High school diploma/GEDRising62,630
Telecommunications Equipment Installers & RepairersHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining62,630
Wind Turbine Service TechniciansCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising62,580
Layout Workers, Metal & PlasticHigh school diploma/GED, Some collegeDeclining61,870
Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, & Systems AssemblersHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining61,680
Career/Technical Education Teachers, PostsecondaryAssociate's degree, Bachelor's degreeDeclining61,490
Graphic DesignersBachelor's degree, High school diploma/GEDStable61,300
Brickmasons & BlockmasonsHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDStable60,800
Bus & Truck Mechanics & Diesel Engine SpecialistsCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDStable60,640
Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, & IllustratorsSome college, Bachelor's degreeStable60,560
Maintenance Workers, MachineryCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising60,500
Computer User Support SpecialistsBachelor's degree, Certificate after high schoolStable60,340
Refractory Materials Repairers, Except BrickmasonsHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining58,540
Traffic TechniciansHigh school diploma/GED, Some collegeStable58,480
Social Science Research AssistantsBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising58,040
Terrazzo Workers & FinishersHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDDeclining57,260
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, & Groundskeeping WorkersBachelor's degree, High school diploma/GEDStable56,170
ChoreographersHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolStable55,600
Motorboat Mechanics & Service TechniciansCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising54,950
Electric Motor, Power Tool, & Related RepairersCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDStable53,990
Desktop PublishersHigh school diploma/GED, Bachelor's degreeDeclining53,620
Engine & Other Machine AssemblersHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining52,540
Biological TechniciansBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising52,000
Solar Photovoltaic InstallersCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising51,860
Statistical AssistantsBachelor's degree, Some collegeDeclining51,440
Semiconductor Processing TechniciansHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDRising51,180
Mechanical Door RepairersHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDRising51,050
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and BrazersHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDDeclining51,000
Structural Metal Fabricators & FittersHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDDeclining49,900
Automotive Service Technicians and MechanicsCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDStable49,670
Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, & TendersHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDDeclining49,390
Proofreaders & Copy MarkersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeDeclining49,210
Tool Grinders, Filers, & SharpenersHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining48,970
Geothermal TechniciansHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolStable48,640
Lathe & Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & PlasticHigh school diploma/GED, Some collegeDeclining48,620
Maintenance & Repair Workers, GeneralCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising48,620
Milling & Planing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & PlasticHigh school diploma/GED, Bachelor's degreeDeclining48,310
Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor VehiclesCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDDeclining47,940
Word Processors & TypistsHigh school diploma/GED, Some collegeDeclining47,850
Prepress Technicians and WorkersHigh school diploma/GED, Associate's degreeDeclining47,300
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDDeclining47,060
Welding, Soldering, & Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, & TendersCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDDeclining47,060
Extruding & Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & PlasticHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining46,980
Agricultural TechniciansHigh school diploma/GED, Bachelor's degreeRising46,790
Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, & Tile & Marble SettersHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDDeclining46,480
Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & PlasticHigh school diploma/GEDDeclining46,060
Foundry Mold & CoremakersHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDDeclining45,700
Broadcast Announcers & Radio Disc JockeysBachelor's degreeDeclining45,680
Cutting, Punching, & Press Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & PlasticHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining45,590
Self-Enrichment TeachersMaster's degree, Certificate after high schoolStable45,590
Adhesive Bonding Machine Operators & TendersHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining45,210
Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, & Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & PlasticHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining45,190
Printing Press OperatorsHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining45,160
Extruding & Forming Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Synthetic & Glass FibersHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDDeclining44,980
Teaching Assistants, PostsecondaryBachelor's degree, Master's degreeStable44,930
Office Clerks, GeneralHigh school diploma/GED, Associate's degreeRising43,630
Plating Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & PlasticNo high school diploma/GED, High school diploma/GEDDeclining41,600
File ClerksHigh school diploma/GED, Master's degreeDeclining41,270
Etchers & EngraversHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDDeclining40,450
Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, & TendersHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDDeclining40,440
Photographic Process Workers & Processing Machine OperatorsHigh school diploma/GEDDeclining40,100
Data Entry KeyersHigh school diploma/GED, Some collegeDeclining39,850
Print Binding & Finishing WorkersHigh school diploma/GEDDeclining39,820
Office Machine OperatorsHigh school diploma/GED, Bachelor's degreeDeclining39,020
Mail Clerks & Mail Machine OperatorsHigh school diploma/GED, No high school diploma/GEDDeclining38,150