Manufacturing
Hands-on work. High-tech machinery. Opportunities for advancement. Need we say more? Modern manufacturing needs skilled workers and you can be part of it. Our cutting-edge manufacturing labs and expert instructors will help train and prepare you. So, what are you waiting for?
Go for an associate degree right away or work towards one by first obtaining a certificate or technical diploma. We’ll help you develop a career strategy that fits your needs.
Explore Your Program Options:
Associate Degrees (AAS)
Finish your degree in two years, or opt for part-time to fit your schedule. Apply credits from Technical Diploma (TD) and Certificate (C) programs.
64 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus
Apply credit toward:
- Industrial Mechanical Technician (AAS)
63 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus
Apply credit from:
- Advanced Industrial Maintenance (C)
- Basic Industrial Maintenance (C)
65 Credits | Fond du Lac, West Bend
63 Credits | Fond du Lac, West Bend
Apply credit toward:
- Automated Manufacturing Technician (TD)
- Computer Numerical Control (C)
- Manufacturing Fundamentals (C)
- Quality / Supervision (C)
Technical Diplomas (TD)
Finish your degree in one year. Prepare for a specific occupation, typically at an entry level. Credit requirements range from 15 to 35 credits.
66 Credits | West Bend Campus
Apply credit from:
- CNC Set-up / Operator Certificate (C)
39 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus and Jackson Regional Center
Apply credit toward:
- Welding Technical Diploma (TD)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (C)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (C)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (C)
23 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus
Apply credit toward:
- Quality and Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AAS)
29 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus and Jackson Regional Center
Apply credit toward:
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (C)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (C)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (C)
Certificates (C)
Focus on specific skills. Apply credits toward Technical Diploma and Associate Degree programs. Credit requirements range from 8 to 18 credits.
24 Credits | West Bend Campus
Apply credit toward:
- CNC / Tool and Die Technologies Diploma (TD)
9 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus
Apply credit toward:
- Electromechanical Technology (AAS)
- Industrial Mechanical Technician (AAS)
14 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus
Apply credit toward:
- Electromechanical Technology (AAS)
- Industrial Mechanical Technician (AAS)
8 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus
Apply credit toward:
- Automated Manufacturing Technician (TD)
- Quality and Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AAS)
8 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus
Apply credit toward:
- Welding (TD)
- Metal Fabrication (TD)
8 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus and Jackson Regional Center
Apply credit toward:
- Welding (TD)
7 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus and Jackson Regional Center
Apply credit toward:
- Welding (TD)
Apprenticeships (A)
If you want a balance of on-the-job training and classroom learning, an apprenticeship program might be the perfect fit.
Fond du Lac Campus
The Industrial Electrician Apprenticeship consists of four years at 8,320 hours, of which 720 hours is spent in paid-related classroom instruction.
17 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus
The Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright is a 4-year apprenticeship.
Fond du Lac Campus
The Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship consists of five years at 10,144 hours, of which 876 hours is spent in paid-related classroom instruction.
34 Credits | Fond du Lac Campus
Training Period:
- 10,000 hours
- 864 hours of related instruction completed in 3 years
West Bend Campus
Apprentice training periods including on-the job and in-class training can be found on the Tool and Die Technologies Apprenticeship page.
