Engineering/Engineering-related Technologies/Technicians
Nuclear Engineering Technology/Technician
Prepares you to apply basic engineering, knowledge and technical skills in support of engineer and other professionals operating nuclear facilities and engaged in nuclear applications and safety procedures. Covers physics, nuclear science, nuclear systems, nuclear plant and systems design, radiological safety, radiological applications, and applicable law and regulations.
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Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other
- Median pay
- $78,350
- Hiring change through 2035
- 2.8%
- Job openings a year
- 5,400
To get hiredAssociate's degree
Explore this career Growing slowlyNuclear Technicians
- Median pay
- $110,240
- Hiring change through 2035
- 1.1%
- Job openings a year
- 900
To get hiredAssociate's degree
Explore this careerAll work is projected to grow 3.5% between 2025 and 2035; read every hiring-change figure against it.
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College options
Where to study it
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| College | Degrees a year | Admit rate | Average annual cost after aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior University NY | 188 | · | — |
| United States Military Academy NY | 1 | 14% | — |