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Industrial Technician Fundamentals - Certificate

This certificate is primarily intended for high school students through dual credit. Upon the completion of this certificate, these high school students would be looking to secure entry-level positions or transfer credits into NWTC’s Electro-Mechanical Technology program. We encourage all other students to apply to the Electro-Mechanical Technology program for more employment opportunities.

Program Code: 616204
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Area of Study: Manufacturing

Advance your career in industrial maintenance with this new five-credit certificate program! You'll take classes in automation and pneumatics, as well as AC and DC power and basic circuits.

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Estimates based on in-state residency. Learn more about tuition and fees.

Delivery

  • Day
  • Part-time

How do I get started in this program?

Requirements for Certificate Entry

  • This certificate is primarily intended for high school students through dual credit. We encourage all other students to apply to the Industrial Maintenance Certificate or the Electro-Mechanical Technology program for more employment opportunities.

What are my courses?

Curriculum

This certificate is primarily intended for high school students through dual credit. Upon the completion of this certificate, these high school students would be looking to secure entry-level positions or transfer credits into NWTC’s Electro-Mechanical Technology program. We encourage all other students to apply to the Electro-Mechanical Technology program for more employment opportunities.

Total Credits 5

What else do I need to know about the program?

Note

  • There are many career opportunities available for graduates of the Electro-Mechanical Technology program. These are essential workers in manufacturing, field service, and engineering design.

Career Bridge Pathway Program

This certificate is also available as a Career Bridge Pathway Program. These pathway programs help students improve English, reading, writing, and/or math skills while also gaining job skills that can lead to strong careers. Classes are held evenings or weekends so students can work while taking classes. 

Online

Classes wherever you have an internet connection. 

  • An in-person career experience, such as an internship, practicum, or credit for prior learning, may be required.
  • Some online courses may be held at specific dates/times.
Day
Classes between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Evening
Classes between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
Weekend
A combination of online classes and Saturday and/or Sunday classes.
Full-time
12 or more credits per term.
Part-time
Fewer than 12 credits per term.
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