Insulator
A program that prepares individuals to apply insulation materials to pipes, boilers, ducts, refrigeration systems, and related equipment to reduce the passage of heat, cold, sound, or fire. Includes instruction in insulation specifications, measuring and cutting insulating material, applying and securing insulation, installing vapor barriers, insulation system maintenance, asbestos removal and abatement, and safety training.
- Schools offering
- 1
- Annual completions
- 17
- Typical degree level
- Associate's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $71k
About this major
A program that prepares individuals to apply insulation materials to pipes, boilers, ducts, refrigeration systems, and related equipment to reduce the passage of heat, cold, sound, or fire. Includes instruction in insulation specifications, measuring and cutting insulating material, applying and securing insulation, installing vapor barriers, insulation system maintenance, asbestos removal and abatement, and safety training.
Examples of specialized tracks: Heat and Frost Insulator, Asbestos Worker/Insulator, Thermal Insulation Installer, Boiler and Pipe Insulator, Firestopping Insulator, Sound Insulator.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers | $79k | +5.3% | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Insulation workers, floor, ceiling, and wall | $49k | +3.8% | No formal educational credential |
| Insulation workers, mechanical | $57k | +4.7% | High school diploma or equivalent |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$71k
Associate's vs Bachelor's — early-career earnings
Associate's
$65k
Bachelor's
$87k
Top colleges for Insulator
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy Tech Community College | Indianapolis, IN | 17 | 0 | 17 |
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