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Agricultural Technicians

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources $19.86 Associate's degree 9%  projected growth 80  annual job openings

Work with agricultural scientists in plant, fiber, and animal research, or assist with animal breeding and nutrition. Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments. Conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects.

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Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics $31.67 Postsecondary nondegree award 20%  projected growth 200  annual job openings

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

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Avionics Technicians

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics $32.00 Associate's degree 20%  projected growth 60  annual job openings

Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and missile control systems in aircraft or space vehicles.

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Chemical Technicians

Manufacturing $23.69 Associate's degree 4%  projected growth 60  annual job openings

Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and related sciences.

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Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Architecture & Construction $23.61 Associate's degree 3%  projected growth 100  annual job openings

Apply theory and principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of structures and facilities under the direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.

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Computer Network Support Specialists

Information Technology $29.97 Associate's degree 14%  projected growth 70  annual job openings

Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.

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Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers

Manufacturing $30.54 Postsecondary nondegree award 35%  projected growth 120  annual job openings

Develop programs to control machining or processing of materials by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems. May also set up, operate, or maintain equipment.

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Computer User Support Specialists

Information Technology $23.87 Some college, no degree 10%  projected growth 640  annual job openings

Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems.

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Dental Assistants

Health Science $18.35 Postsecondary nondegree award 5%  projected growth 350  annual job openings

Perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Clinical duties may include equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral healthcare procedures. May perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes.

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Dental Hygienists

Health Science $37.31 Associate's degree 5%  projected growth 140  annual job openings

Administer oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.

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