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Basic Industrial Power (Industrial Maintenance)
Program Number: 304626
Your Degree:
Technical Diploma
Area of Study:
Construction, Manufacturing and Maintenance
Delivery Method:
Some Online/Some In Person
Estimated Time to Complete:
12 Credits | Finish diploma in 1 semester
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Estimated Program Cost
$2,117.38
  • Program Overview

    The Basic Industrial Fluid Power Embedded Technical Diploma provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely assist mechanics in repairing, overhauling, installing, testing and inspecting pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Assist in performing preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment, building and grounds. As a student in the Basic Industrial Fluid Power Embedded Technical Diploma, you will:

    • Gain an understanding of basic pneumatic and hydraulic principles.
    • Identify fluid power components and symbols.
    • Understand fluid power terminology.
    • Apply math to calculate fluid power equations pertinent to the maintenance field.
    • Understand safety standards for industry as outlined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and receive an OSHA 10 card, an industry recognized credential.
    • Interpret engineering drawings.
    • Enhance industry recognized soft skills such communication and teamwork.

    Get Started

    For more information regarding the Basic Industrial Fluid Power Embedded Technical Diploma, please contact Program Director Peter Dettmer at psdettmer@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.5264 to begin exploring your future.

    Program Details

    Basic Industrial Fluid Power classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:

    • Madison – Truax
    • Portage

    Careers

    Earning your Basic Industrial Fluid Power Embedded Technical Diploma at Madison Area Technical College prepares you for valuable work as entry level maintenance and mechanic helper.  

  • 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.

    Required Courses
    10-449-100
    1 credit
    10-462-104
    1 credit
    10-462-105
    2 credits
    10-606-200
    2 credits
    10-801-195
    3 credits
    10-804-107
    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

    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.

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  • Career Outcomes

    MATC Basic Industrial Fluid Power Embedded Technical Diploma graduates are prepared with the following skills:

    • Assist mechanics in repairing, overhauling, installing, testing and inspecting pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
    • Assist in performing preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment, building and grounds. 
    • Graduate Summary

      Graduate Report Summary Overview

      202220232024
      Number of Program Graduates284852
      Number of Surveys Sent284852
      Number of Surveys Returned142220
      Percent of Surveys Returned
      Available for Employment8813
      Percent Available for Employment57.1%36.4%65.0%
      Not in Labor Market
      Percent Not in Labor Market42.9%63.6%30.0%
      Available for Employment

      202220232024
      Graduates Employed8710
      Percent of Graduates Employed100.0%87.5%76.9%
      Employed in Related Occupation766
      Percent Employed in Related Occupation87.5%85.7%60.0%
      Employed in Unrelated Occupation114
      Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation12.5%14.3%40.0%
      Employed - No Response000
      Percent Employed - No Response0.0%0.0%0.0%
      Seeking Employment013
      Percent Seeking Employment0.0%12.5%23.1%
      Reaction To Training at Madison College

      202220232024
      Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4)3.53.63.6
      Number of Satisfaction Responses101413
      Very Satisfied (4)588
      Percent Very Satisfied50.0%57.1%61.5%
      Satisfied (3)565
      Percent Satisfied50.0%42.9%38.5%
      Unsatisfied (2)000
      Percent Unsatisfied0.0%0.0%0.0%
      Very Unsatisfied (1)
      Percent Very Unsatisfied0.0%0.0%0.0%
      Primary Reason for Attending Madison College

      202220232024
      Number of Primary Reason Responses142219
      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 Other7.1%0.0%0.0%
      When Employment was Obtained

      202220232024
      Number of When Employment Obtained Responses8710
      Before Enrollment331
      Percent Before Enrollment37.5%42.9%10.0%
      While Attending the College401
      Percent While Attending the College50.0%0.0%10.0%
      After Training at the College148
      Percent After Training at the College12.5%57.1%80.0%
      Location of Employment (related and unrelated)

      202220232024
      Number of Employment Location Responses8711
      In College District8610
      Percent In College District100.0%85.7%90.9%
      In Wisconsin, Not in District010
      Percent of In Wisconsin0.0%14.3%0.0%
      Outside of Wisconsin000
      Percent Outside Wisconsin0.0%0.0%0.0%
      Employer Location Unknown001
      Percent Location Unknown0.0%0.0%9.1%
      Salary Trend
      Salary Trend202220232024
      Full Time Employment (Related Job)Full Time Salary Count655
      Average Monthly Wage$4,658$4,564$5,377
      Average Hourly Wage$27.08$26.54$31.26
      Average Work Hours per Week40.344.046.0
      Part Time Employment (Related Job)Part Time Salary Count11
      Average Hourly Wage$21.00$19.50
      Average Work Hours per Week10.020.0
    • Graduate Employers

      Graduate Employers for academic year: 2024
      Employer(s)Job TitleCity*State**Positions
      ContinentalMaintenance TechnicianSun Prairie
      Placon CorporationMaintenance Technician
      Stoughton TrailersMaintenance TechnicianStoughton
      SubZero WolfMaintenance TechnicianFitchburg
      SubZero WolfFabrication AssistantFitchburg

      * - 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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