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Program Overview
Facilities Maintenance Technicians are an integral part of the operations and maintenance in all public and private buildings such as office buildings, hotels, multi-family living and senior care facilities, hospitals, and in industrial manufacturing settings. Knowing how to build, install, diagnose, maintain and repair everything from critical systems in electrical, HVAC and plumbing to a building exterior envelope and interior finishes are skills needed to keep a facility operating smoothly are in great demand by employers. As a student in the Facilities Maintenance program, you will:
- Learn to install, diagnose and repair basic HVAC, plumbing, electrical and other building issues.
- Receive hands-on training in general maintenance tasks such as painting, flooring repair, carpentry, and drywall repair.
- Identify building maintenance needs, prioritize work and take corrective action.
- Gain knowledge of tools and equipment used in building maintenance and repair.
- Read and interpret sketches, drawings, diagrams and blue prints.
- Use a variety of Computerized Maintenance Management System software and understand Preventative maintenance requirements and practices.
- Follow safe work practices when using a variety of hand and power tools and recognize other occupational hazards.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical switches, outlets, lighting systems and fixtures.
Program Details
Students in the Facilities Maintenance Technician One Year Technical Diploma program can attend full or part time.
Facilities Maintenance Technician One Year Technical Diploma program classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
Careers
Earning your Industrial Mechanic-Facilities diploma at Madison Area Technical College prepares you for valuable work as:
- Facilities Maintenance Technician
- Maintenance Technician
- Facility Repair Worker
- Building and Grounds Technician
- Building Engineer
- Facilities Manager
- Maintenance Manager
- Facility Repair Worker - Advanced
- Buildings and Grounds Superintendent
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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.
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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
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.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Industrial Mechanic-Facilities career.
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Career Outcomes
MATC Industrial Mechanic-Facilities program graduates are prepared with the following skills:
- Repair/replace basic electrical components.
- Perform preventive maintenance procedures.
- Perform basic carpentry.
- Perform basic plumbing repairs.
- Troubleshoot and maintain commercial HVAC equipment.
- Earn the OSHA 10 hour General Industry safety certification.
- Effectively manage maintenance activities.
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2023 Number of Program Graduates 2 Number of Surveys Sent 2 Number of Surveys Returned 2 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 2 Percent Available for Employment 100.0% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 0.0% Available for Employment
2023 Graduates Employed 1 Percent of Graduates Employed 50.0% Employed in Related Occupation 1 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 100.0% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 0 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 0.0% Employed - No Response 0 Percent Employed - No Response 0.0% Seeking Employment 1 Percent Seeking Employment 50.0% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2023 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 3 Number of Satisfaction Responses 2 Very Satisfied (4) 0 Percent Very Satisfied 0.0% Satisfied (3) 2 Percent Satisfied 100.0% Unsatisfied (2) 0 Percent Unsatisfied 0.0% Very Unsatisfied (1) Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.0% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2023 Number of Primary Reason Responses 2 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% When Employment was Obtained
2023 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 1 Before Enrollment 0 Percent Before Enrollment 0.0% While Attending the College 0 Percent While Attending the College 0.0% After Training at the College 1 Percent After Training at the College 100.0% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2023 Number of Employment Location Responses 1 In College District 1 Percent In College District 100.0% In Wisconsin, Not in District 0 Percent of In Wisconsin 0.0% Outside of Wisconsin 0 Percent Outside Wisconsin 0.0% Employer Location Unknown 0 Percent Location Unknown 0.0% Salary Trend 2023 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 1 Average Monthly Wage $4,300 Average Hourly Wage $25.00 Average Work Hours per Week 40.0 Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count Average Hourly Wage Average Work Hours per Week -
Graduate Employers
Graduate Employers for academic year: 2023 Employer(s) Job Title City* State** Positions Aprilaire Maintenance Mechanic * - 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
