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Architectural and Engineering Managers

On-The-Job Responsibilities:

Education & Outlook

Statewide

Typical Degree: Bachelor's degree

Employed as of 2023: 1,413

2033 Projected Openings: 1,011

Entry Level Salary: $103,310

Median Salary: $134,880

Experienced Level Salary: $193,660

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge

Design

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Engineering and Technology

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Abilities

Written Comprehension

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Oral Comprehension

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Oral Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Institutions With Associated Majors
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Bellarmine University

Computer Engineering, General

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Bachelor
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$23,587
Graduation
Graduation Rate
63.9 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$25,000

Bellarmine University

Computer Software Engineering

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Bachelor
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$23,587
Graduation
Graduation Rate
63.9 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$25,000

Brescia University

Engineering, General

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Associate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$14,626
Graduation
Graduation Rate
44.5 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$29,430

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Associate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$5,920
Graduation
Graduation Rate
36.2 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$10,500

University of the Cumberlands

Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering, Other

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Master
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$11,286
Graduation
Graduation Rate
45.3 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$14,911

University of the Cumberlands

Engineering, Other

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Bachelor
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$11,286
Graduation
Graduation Rate
45.3 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$14,911
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