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Industrial Mechanic - Advanced Manufacturing
Program Number: 314629
Your Degree:
Technical Diploma
Area of Study:
Construction, Manufacturing and Maintenance
Delivery Method:
100% In Person
Estimated Time to Complete:
32 Credits | Finish diploma in 1 year
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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

  • Curriculum and Experience

    Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2024-2025 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.

    First Semester
    10-449-100
    1 credit
    10-457-100
    2 credits
    10-462-104
    1 credit
    10-462-105
    2 credits
    10-462-323
    2 credits
    10-462-321
    1 credit
    10-462-329
    1 credit
    10-606-200
    2 credits
    10-804-107
    3 credits
    Second Semester
    10-462-106
    1 credit
    10-462-107
    1 credit
    10-462-109
    1 credit
    10-462-209
    1 credit
    10-462-331
    1 credit
    10-462-325
    2 credits
    10-606-202
    2 credits
    10-620-100
    1 credit
    10-620-112
    2 credits
    10-801-195
    3 credits
  • 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

    Spring 2025

    • Application open
    • Application completion deadline is January 15, 2025

    Fall 2025

    • Application open
    • Application completion deadline is August 31, 2025

    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
    Official transcripts must be sent from the institutions you attended and indicate one of the following:

    • High school transcript (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
    • GED/HSED transcript
    • College transcript(s) 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

    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.

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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. 

    • Graduate Summary

      Graduate Report Summary Overview

      202120222023
      Number of Program Graduates1910
      Number of Surveys Sent1910
      Number of Surveys Returned1610
      Percent of Surveys Returned
      Available for Employment015
      Percent Available for Employment0.0%16.7%50.0%
      Not in Labor Market
      Percent Not in Labor Market100.0%83.3%50.0%
      Available for Employment

      202120222023
      Graduates Employed015
      Percent of Graduates Employed100.0%100.0%
      Employed in Related Occupation015
      Percent Employed in Related Occupation100.0%100.0%
      Employed in Unrelated Occupation000
      Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation0.0%0.0%
      Employed - No Response000
      Percent Employed - No Response0.0%0.0%
      Seeking Employment000
      Percent Seeking Employment0.0%0.0%
      Reaction To Training at Madison College

      202120222023
      Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4)033.4
      Number of Satisfaction Responses017
      Very Satisfied (4)003
      Percent Very Satisfied0.0%42.9%
      Satisfied (3)014
      Percent Satisfied100.0%57.1%
      Unsatisfied (2)000
      Percent Unsatisfied0.0%0.0%
      Very Unsatisfied (1)
      Percent Very Unsatisfied0.0%0.0%
      Primary Reason for Attending Madison College

      202120222023
      Number of Primary Reason Responses1610
      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 Other0.0%0.0%0.0%
      When Employment was Obtained

      202120222023
      Number of When Employment Obtained Responses015
      Before Enrollment002
      Percent Before Enrollment0.0%40.0%
      While Attending the College013
      Percent While Attending the College100.0%60.0%
      After Training at the College000
      Percent After Training at the College0.0%0.0%
      Location of Employment (related and unrelated)

      202120222023
      Number of Employment Location Responses015
      In College District014
      Percent In College District100.0%80.0%
      In Wisconsin, Not in District001
      Percent of In Wisconsin0.0%20.0%
      Outside of Wisconsin000
      Percent Outside Wisconsin0.0%0.0%
      Employer Location Unknown000
      Percent Location Unknown0.0%0.0%
      Salary Trend
      Salary Trend202120222023
      Full Time Employment (Related Job)Full Time Salary Count4
      Average Monthly Wage$5,077
      Average Hourly Wage$29.52
      Average Work Hours per Week40.8
      Part Time Employment (Related Job)Part Time Salary Count11
      Average Hourly Wage$15.00$19.50
      Average Work Hours per Week20.020.0
    • Graduate Employers

      Graduate Employers for academic year: 2023
      Employer(s)Job TitleCity*State**Positions
      Big Sky Engineering IncMachine Builder/DebuggerVerona
      DidionElectrical Instrumentation Controls TechnicianCambria
      Evco PlasticsControls EngineerDeForest
      Gumz FarmsMaintenance MechanicEndeavor
      Prairie PlasticsMaintenanceSun Prairie

      * - 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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