Electromechanical Technology at Spokane Community College

Spokane, WA · Public · Associate Degree · Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians

a compact campus enrolling 4,114 students in Spokane, WA.

Program Analysis

Spokane Community College's Electromechanical Technology graduates start at $66,293/yr — above the $56,358 national average, though not by a wide margin.

The 85.5x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 34% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Electromechanical Technology graduates.

Ranked #17 out of 77 programs, Spokane Community College's Electromechanical Technology program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.

With 32 registered apprenticeships mapped to Electromechanical Technology, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

67 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
64
Low End
67
Score
68
High End
Earnings $66,293/yr (18% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (66% shielded)
Job Market Medium (26,800 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$66K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
85.5x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
7 of 7
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$8,114
Out-of-state: $10,988
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$46,165
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Electromechanical Technology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other $77,390 +1.5% 76%
Electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians $77,180 +0.6% 59%
Electrical and electronics drafters $73,720 -5.6% 43%
Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other
$77,390
+1.5% growth 76% AI-proof
Electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians
$77,180
+0.6% growth 59% AI-proof
Electrical and electronics drafters
$73,720
-5.6% growth 43% AI-proof

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Electromechanical Technology Career Guide

Explore what Electromechanical Technology graduates do, from entry-level roles to long-term career paths across 77 programs nationwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Electromechanical Technology at Spokane Community College?
A score of 67/100 puts this program in competitive territory — solid outcomes, though not at the top of the Electromechanical Technology field.
Why does Spokane Community College rank so high for Electromechanical Technology?
The #17 ranking out of 77 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable, and the job market supports this trade.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Electromechanical Technology graduates?
Beyond Spokane Community College's classroom route, 32 registered apprenticeships map to Electromechanical Technology careers — including Additive 3D Printing Technician. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →