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Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright Apprenticeship
Program Number: 504231
Your Degree:
Apprenticeship
Area of Study:
Construction, Manufacturing and Maintenance
Delivery Method:
Some Online/Some In Person
Estimated Time to Complete:
17 Credits | Finish paid training and class time in 4 years
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Estimated Program Cost

$3,590.58
  • Program Overview

    Work Description

    Maintenance mechanics and millwrights install, dismantle or move machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints or other drawings. They keep machines, mechanical equipment or the structure of an establishment in repair. Duties may involve pipefitting, boilermaking, insulating, welding, machining, carpentry, repairing electrical or mechanical equipment, installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment, and repairing buildings, floors or stairs.

    Working Conditions

    Maintenance mechanics and millwrights employed in manufacturing often work in a typical factory shop setting and use protective equipment such as safety belts, protective glasses and hard hats to avoid common hazards. 

    Training

    • 4-year training program
    • 8,000 hours of on-the-job training
    • 576 hours of paid related instruction
    • Apprentice must complete Red Cross First Aid, CPR and Transition-To-Trainer Courses

    Classroom instruction is given in mathematics, blueprint reading, hydraulics, electricity, computers and electronics.

    Learn more from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.

    Program Details

    Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright Apprenticeship classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:

    • Madison - Truax
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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
    10-462-108
    1 credit
    32-423-714
    1 credit
    Second Semester
    Third Semester
    10-462-106
    1 credit
    10-462-107
    1 credit
    Fourth Semester
    10-462-104
    1 credit
    10-462-109
    1 credit
    Fifth Semester
    31-804-379
    1 credit
    32-420-349
    1 credit
    Sixth Semester
    32-420-390
    2 credits
    Seventh Semester
    10-462-105
    2 credits
    Eighth Semester
    10-457-100
    2 credits
  • Admission

    How to Apply

    If you have signed an Apprenticeship Contract:

    When your contract arrives from the Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards, you will be admitted to the program and enrolled in first-semester classes. You will be notified of your admission and enrollment via your Madison College email.

    If you have not signed an Apprenticeship Contract:

    You are encouraged to contact the School of STEM Office at 608.246.6990 or schoolofstem@madisoncollege.edu to express your interest in becoming an Apprentice. While it is not possible to admit you to an Apprenticeship program without a contract, school office staff can create your student account and enroll you in classes that Apprentices take. Office staff will also be able to advise you on the steps to finding a sponsoring employer and getting an Apprenticeship Contract. 

    If you are unable to secure an Apprenticeship Contract, you will have the option of completing the corresponding Technical Diploma. In the time between your enrollment and admission to the apprenticeship program of your choice, you have the option of being admitted to the Electro-Mechanical and Engineering Foundations exploratory technical diploma, which will allow you to take relevant coursework and give you access to Financial Aid while you work out the details of your Apprenticeship Contract.

    Application Requirements

    • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Entry requirements vary by employers
    • Physically able to perform trade
  • Career Outcomes

    • Graduate Summary

      Graduate Report Summary Overview

      202120222023
      Number of Program Graduates237
      Number of Surveys Sent
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      Percent of Surveys Returned
      Available for Employment000
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      Available for Employment

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      Graduates Employed000
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      Employed in Related Occupation000
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      Employed in Unrelated Occupation000
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      Employed - No Response000
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      Seeking Employment000
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      Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4)000
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      Preparation for Getting a Job
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School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Madison Truax Campus
Main Building, C2433

1701 Wright Street
Madison, Wisconsin 53704

schoolofstem@madisoncollege.edu
608.246.6990

Hours

  • Monday – Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
  • Friday: 8 am - 4:30 pm (Phone and email only.)