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No matter which one gets you fired up, you can turn your skill and creativity into a great career by following the Manufacturing and Product Development pathway.
Once you've learned the core knowledge and skills on this pathway, you'll have the chance to follow one of four different branches: Machine Tools, Welding, Graphic Communications and Graphic Design. These specialized courses of study will give you the additional skills and real-world experience you need to create everything from incredibly complex machines to eye-popping full-page magazine ads. On this path, you can truly create an amazing career for yourself.
How much can you make?
| Industrial Machinery Mechanics | $20.36 - $30.45 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $13.29 - $21.34 |
| Welders and Brazers | $12.91 - $21.09 |
| Metal and Plastic Workers | $12.59 - $21.83 |
| Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers | $10.30 - $17.28 |
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