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Industrial Mechanic-Facilities
Program Number: 3146210
Your Degree:
Technical Diploma
Area of Study:
Construction, Manufacturing and Maintenance
Delivery Method:
100% In Person
Estimated Time to Complete:
31 Credits | Finish diploma in 1 year
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Partial Financial Aid
This program uses a Clock to Credit Conversion to determine financial aid status.

Estimated Program Cost

$6,103.89

Financial Aid

Applying for financial aid and scholarships help you pay for your education.
  • 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

  • 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
    10-462-108
    1 credit
    10-462-321
    1 credit
    10-462-329
    1 credit
    10-462-323
    2 credits
    10-601-330
    2 credits
    10-601-340
    2 credits
    10-606-205
    1 credit
    Second Semester
    10-462-104
    1 credit
    10-462-109
    1 credit
    10-462-209
    1 credit
    10-462-124
    2 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 2024

    • Application open
    • Application completion deadline is August 31, 2024

    Spring 2025

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

    Fall 2025

    • Application available on September 15, 2024
    • 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-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. 
    • Graduate Summary

      Graduate Report Summary Overview

      2023
      Number of Program Graduates2
      Number of Surveys Sent2
      Number of Surveys Returned2
      Percent of Surveys Returned
      Available for Employment2
      Percent Available for Employment100.0%
      Not in Labor Market
      Percent Not in Labor Market0.0%
      Available for Employment

      2023
      Graduates Employed1
      Percent of Graduates Employed50.0%
      Employed in Related Occupation1
      Percent Employed in Related Occupation100.0%
      Employed in Unrelated Occupation0
      Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation0.0%
      Employed - No Response0
      Percent Employed - No Response0.0%
      Seeking Employment1
      Percent Seeking Employment50.0%
      Reaction To Training at Madison College

      2023
      Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4)3
      Number of Satisfaction Responses2
      Very Satisfied (4)0
      Percent Very Satisfied0.0%
      Satisfied (3)2
      Percent Satisfied100.0%
      Unsatisfied (2)0
      Percent Unsatisfied0.0%
      Very Unsatisfed (1)0
      Percent Very Unsatisfied0.0%
      Primary Reason for Attending Madison College

      2023
      Number of Primary Reason Responses2
      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%
      When Employment was Obtained

      2023
      Number of When Employment Obtained Responses1
      Before Enrollment0
      Percent Before Enrollment0.0%
      While Attending the College0
      Percent While Attending the College0.0%
      After Training at the College1
      Percent After Training at the College100.0%
      Location of Employment (related and unrelated)

      2023
      Number of Employment Location Responses1
      In College District1
      Percent In College District100.0%
      In Wisconsin, Not in District0
      Percent of In Wisconsin0.0%
      Outside of Wisconsin0
      Percent Outside Wisconsin0.0%
      Employer Location Unknown0
      Percent Location Unknown0.0%
      Salary Trend
      Salary Trend2023
      Full Time Employment (Related Job)Full Time Salary Count1
      Average Monthly Wage$4,300
      Average Hourly Wage$25.00
      Average Work Hours per Week40.0
      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 TitleCity*State**Positions
      AprilaireMaintenance 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

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