Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians (Associate's Degree) at College of Lake County

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$58,261

Est. from national median (57 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$12,000

Est. from national median (28 programs)

Analysis

A debt load of $12,000 for a technical credential that positions graduates for nearly $60,000 in first-year earnings represents a manageable financial equation—though keep in mind these figures come from peer programs nationally, not this specific program's tracked outcomes. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.21 suggests graduates could theoretically pay off their loans in under three months of gross income, which is strong compared to many associate degree paths.

What makes electromechanical technician roles particularly attractive is their resilience in regional manufacturing economies. Similar programs nationally produce median earnings right around $58,000, with top-performing programs reaching $65,000. Illinois has 16 programs in this field, suggesting steady employer demand, though none have published outcome data that would help you benchmark College of Lake County more precisely against state competitors.

The combination of relatively modest estimated debt and solid earning potential from comparable programs makes this a financially defensible choice for students interested in hands-on technical work. However, since these are derived figures rather than this program's actual graduate outcomes, you'll want to ask the school directly about job placement rates and which local employers hire their graduates—concrete employment connections matter more than estimated numbers when you're working with limited data.

Where College of Lake County Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all electromechanical instrumentation and maintenance technologies/technicians associates's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs Nationally

Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at top institutions nationally

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
College of Lake CountyGrayslake	$4,494	$58,261*	—	$12,000*	—
Vincennes UniversityVincennes	$6,886	$82,305*	$84,403	$9,117*	0.11
Bismarck State CollegeBismarck	$5,195	$77,701*	$95,936	$12,000*	0.15
Robeson Community CollegeLumberton	$2,571	$77,593*	—	—*	—
Utah Valley UniversityOrem	$6,270	$77,137*	$72,309	—*	—
Mitchell Technical CollegeMitchell	$7,524	$72,319*	—	$14,831*	0.21
National Median	—	$58,261*	—	$13,084*	0.22

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with electromechanical instrumentation and maintenance technologies/technicians graduates

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.

$77,180/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians

Operate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to observe or record visual information at sites such as oil rigs, crop fields, buildings, or for similar infrastructure, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.

$70,760/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Robotics Technicians

Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.

$70,760/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Electrical and Electronics Drafters

Prepare wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for the manufacture, installation, or repair of electrical equipment.

$65,380/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Calibration Technologists and Technicians

Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.

$65,040/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Medical Equipment Repairers

Test, adjust, or repair biomedical or electromedical equipment.

$62,630/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other

All engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.

Non-Destructive Testing Specialists

Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.

Photonics Technicians

Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.

Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers, All Other

All precision instrument and equipment repairers not listed separately.

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At College of Lake County, approximately 24% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 57 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.