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Quality Control Technology
Program Number: 316239
Your Degree:
Technical Diploma
Area of Study:
Construction, Manufacturing and Maintenance
Delivery Method:
Some Online/Some In Person
Estimated Time to Complete:
21 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

$2,473.50

Financial Aid

Applying for financial aid and scholarships help you pay for your education.
  • 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 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
    10-606-130
    1 credit
    10-606-200
    2 credits
    10-801-195
    3 credits
    32-420-351
    2 credits
    32-420-711
    2 credits
    Second Semester
  • 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

    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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    Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Quality Control Technology career.

    It's Free to Apply

  • 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 
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Contact the School of Technologies and Trades

Madison Truax Campus
Main Building, A2105

1701 Wright Street
Madison, Wisconsin 53704

tandt@madisoncollege.edu
608.246.6800

Hours

Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (phone or email only)