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Program Overview
The Facilities Management certificate from Madison College will provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge to enter the fast-paced and growing facility management career track. As building operation becomes smarter and more efficient, facility managers ensure today’s spaces live up to their new expectations through critical competencies and characteristics.
Madison College's Facilities Management certificate was developed by the International Facility Management Association-Madison NewSchool team to address the urgent need for trained facility managers.
Courses from both the Madison College School of Business and Applied Arts and the School of Applied Science, Engineering, and Technology comprise a comprehensive cross-competency one-semester certificate.
Once you complete the Facilities Management certificate from Madison College, you will have foundational knowledge in project management, safety, maintenance, and building management including energy efficiency. This is an ideal program of study for the current or aspiring facility management professional.
Program Details
Students in the Facilities Management Certificate program attend part time.
Facilities Management Certificate classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
As you complete the Facilities Management certificate from Madison College, you will learn the fundamental skills necessary to find employment as a facility manager or to work in a field related to facility management.
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Program Courses
Here's a sample course sequence that shows how classes for full-time students are typically organized by semester.
Once you're admitted, your full curriculum and sequence—including any pre-requisites—is defined in your Degree Progress Report.
Courses10-102-135Project Management - Fundamentals
Develop skills to manage a project from start to finish through teamwork. Class topics include project acceptance; defining, planning, scheduling, leading, monitoring, and controlling projects; and project closeout. Apply skills, both as a participant and a project leader, in case studies and group projects, using tools such as Microsoft Project, templates, charters, Gantt charts, critical paths, milestones, risk control and prioritization.3 credits10-449-100Safety for Industry
This course reviews basic safety standards as outlined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Designed for workers going into industrial occupations, it focuses on the hazard recognition and control process. Those who successfully complete the requirements set forth by OSHA will receive an OSHA 10-Hour General Industry completion card. Students may still pass the class without earning an OSHA card.1 credit10-462-109Maintenance Operations 1
This course provides an understanding of how an organization or plant can improve how they do maintenance, how to keep their equipment running longer, and create a more efficient and streamlined structure so they can be competitive in today's market. Various case studies will be studied, showing the value of maintenance management within any size organization and the pitfalls that may be encountered during TPM implementation and how to avoid or correct these problems.1 credit10-462-209Maintenance Operations 2
This course continues the understanding of how an organization or plant can improve how they do maintenance, how to keep their equipment running longer, and create a more efficient and streamlined structure. Emphasis is placed on learning the methods of deploying and using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).1 credit10-601-370Building Automations 1
This course will assist the student in developing the skills required to analyze, modify and calibrate HVAC control systems. The fundamentals of control systems will be studied and applied to common control strategies most often found in commercial HVAC systems. Studies computer-based energy and building control systems in detail to include wireless technology. Students will perform control system install using industry accepted practices. Will set up inputs and outputs and perform a proper commissioning on all hardware.3 credits -
How to Apply
Earning a certificate is a great way to expand your skill set and add professionalism to your resume. Applications are always open, 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.
Application Dates
There are no admission requirements for this certificate. Simply submit your application by the deadline for each term.
Fall 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is August 31, 2026
Spring 2027
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is January 15, 2027
Fall 2027
- Application available on October 15, 2026
- Application completion deadline is August 31, 2027
Additional Notes
Certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid.
Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a certificate does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the certificate.
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 Facilities Management career.
