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Program Overview
The Quality Control Technology program is designed to prepare and train learners as a manufacturing leader in Quality Control. Methods such as 5S, Lean and Six Sigma are emphasized to reduce waste, improve operations, reduce costs by minimizing resource use, and streamline business processes. Graduates of the program will be prepared for of the ASQ® Certified Quality Inspector examination. Potential occupations include: Inspector, Quality Assurance Auditor, Quality Assurance Inspector, Quality Assurance Technician, Quality Auditor, Quality Control Inspector and Quality Control Technician.
Program Details
Students in Madison College's Quality Control Technology program can attend full- or part-time.
Quality Control classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
- Commercial Avenue
Careers in Quality Control
Earning your One-Year Technical Diploma in Quality Manufacturing Technology program at Madison Area Technical College prepares you for valuable work as:
- Inspector
- Quality Assurance Auditor
- Quality Assurance Inspector
- Quality Assurance Technician
- Quality Auditor
- Quality Control Inspector
- Quality Control Technician
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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
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
If you are an international student and want to apply to Madison College, or transfer your F-1 student visa here, check program availability and then complete the International Admission Process.
Apply Now – Secure Your Spot!
This program has a limited number of seats available. We encourage early applications to secure your spot, but the program has not historically reached full capacity.
Application Dates
Fall 2025
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is August 31, 2025
Spring 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is January 15, 2026
Fall 2026
- Application available on September 15, 2025
- Application completion deadline is August 31, 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
Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a program does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the program.
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 Quality Control Technology career.
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Career Outcomes
Madsion College Quality Control Technology program graduates are prepared to:
- Perform Inspections
- Analyze Results
- Maintain equipment and instruments
- Create a quality plan
- Maintain a safe and orderly work environment
