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Program Overview
Machines are the heart of manufacturing and industry, so knowing how to build, install, maintain and fix them is a critical skill that is in great demand by employers. As a student in the Industrial Mechanic - Advanced Manufacturing program at Madison College, you will:
- Learn the basics of industrial machine installation and repair.
- Get hands-on training in hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Train on motors, relay logic and simple controls.
- Understand Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
- Apply concepts of measurement and blueprint reading in industrial maintenance.
Get Started
For more information regarding the Industrial Mechanic - Advanced Manufacturing program, please contact Program Director Peter Dettmer at psdettmer@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.5264 to begin exploring your future.
Program Details
Students in the Industrial Mechanic - Advanced Manufacturing program can attend full or part time.
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
- Portage
Careers
Earning your diploma in Industrial Mechanic - Advanced Manufacturing at Madison Area Technical College prepares you for valuable work in:
- Production Maintenance
- Lead Production Mechanic
- Maintenance Mechanic
Industrial Machinery Mechanics
With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as:
- Maintenance Manager
- Production Supervisor
- Electro Mechanical Technician
- PLC Programmer
Maintenance Electrician
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.
Application Dates
Fall 2025
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is August 31, 2025
Spring 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is January 15, 2026
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Submit official transcripts from the institutions you attended that indicate one of the following:
- High school completion (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED completion
- College transcript or Madison College experience showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
- Credits completed at Madison College are evaluated and do not require a transcript
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
- Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis.
- Course prerequisites differ from admission requirements; admission into a program does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses or success in the program. Refer to program curriculum for details.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Industrial Mechanic - Advanced Manufacturing career.
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Career Outcomes
MATC Industrial Mechanic - Advanced Manufacturing program graduates are prepared to:
Life Long Learning: Assume responsibility for continuing education in order to maintain skills and enhance professional growth.
Technical Skills: Assemble, install, troubleshoot, diagnose and repair plumbing, mechanical equipment, electrical controlled production machines and hydraulics pneumatic systems. Diagnose complex problems using interdisciplinary technical skills.
Employability: Demonstrate work ethics and reliable behavior including, but not limited to, assuming responsibility for decisions and actions, utilizing time and stress management skills, displaying initiative, creativity, and logical thinking.
Safety & Regulation: Demonstrate competent application of safety and regulation code compliance.
Communication: Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal communications to customers, coworkers, and supervisors, using positive interpersonal skills including, but not limited to, respect, integrity, and professionalism.
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2022 2023 2024 Number of Program Graduates 9 11 10 Number of Surveys Sent 9 10 10 Number of Surveys Returned 6 10 8 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 1 5 6 Percent Available for Employment 16.7% 50.0% 75.0% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 83.3% 50.0% 25.0% Available for Employment
2022 2023 2024 Graduates Employed 1 5 6 Percent of Graduates Employed 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% Employed in Related Occupation 1 5 5 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 100.0% 100.0% 83.3% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 0 0 1 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 0.0% 0.0% 16.7% Employed - No Response 0 0 0 Percent Employed - No Response 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Seeking Employment 0 0 0 Percent Seeking Employment 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2022 2023 2024 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 3 3.4 3.5 Number of Satisfaction Responses 1 7 6 Very Satisfied (4) 0 3 4 Percent Very Satisfied 0.0% 42.9% 66.7% Satisfied (3) 1 4 1 Percent Satisfied 100.0% 57.1% 16.7% Unsatisfied (2) 0 0 1 Percent Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 16.7% Very Unsatisfied (1) Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2022 2023 2024 Number of Primary Reason Responses 6 10 8 Preparation for Getting a Job Percent Preparation for Getting a Job Career Change Percent Career Change Improvement of Existing Skills Percent Improvement of Existing Skills Preparation for Further Education Percent Preparation for Further Education Personal Interest Percent Personal Interest Other Percent Other 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% When Employment was Obtained
2022 2023 2024 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 1 5 6 Before Enrollment 0 2 2 Percent Before Enrollment 0.0% 40.0% 33.3% While Attending the College 1 3 2 Percent While Attending the College 100.0% 60.0% 33.3% After Training at the College 0 0 2 Percent After Training at the College 0.0% 0.0% 33.3% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2022 2023 2024 Number of Employment Location Responses 1 5 6 In College District 1 4 6 Percent In College District 100.0% 80.0% 100.0% In Wisconsin, Not in District 0 1 0 Percent of In Wisconsin 0.0% 20.0% 0.0% Outside of Wisconsin 0 0 0 Percent Outside Wisconsin 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Employer Location Unknown 0 0 0 Percent Location Unknown 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Salary Trend 2022 2023 2024 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 4 4 Average Monthly Wage $5,077 $4,601 Average Hourly Wage $29.52 $26.75 Average Work Hours per Week 40.8 43.6 Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count 1 1 Average Hourly Wage $15.00 $19.50 Average Work Hours per Week 20.0 20.0 -
Graduate Employers
Graduate Employers for academic year: 2024 Employer(s) Job Title City* State** Positions B and G Foods Maintenance Technician Stoughton Continental Maintenance Technician Sun Prairie Kruger Family Industries Industrial Maintenance Technician Portage Placon Corporation Maintenance Technician Research Products Corporation Maintenance Technician Poynette * - Only cities outside of Madison will display.
** - Only states outside of Wisconsin will display.
*** - If you have a position to post, please contact Career and Employment Services at jobpostings@madisoncollege.edu
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