Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology| OSHA 10 Training In Kansas

What does an Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technician do?

As an industrial machine mechanic, Washburn Tech graduates apply their knowledge and skills to troubleshoot, repair and maintain industrial machinery and equipment to keep production lines and distribution systems running. Lost production time is lost revenue for most companies. This career can turn you into a key player in a company’s game plan.

Career Forecast Bright OutlookAverage Salary $71,136on campus

Learning at Washburn Tech

The Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair and maintain industrial machinery and equipment such as pumps, electric motors, conveyor systems, production machinery, robotics and automation. Instruction includes electrical theory, wiring, motor controls, 3-Phase/Single Phase/DC motors, programmable logic controllers (PLC), hydraulics and pneumatics, mechanical systems, welding and robotics. Students also learn to read various types of schematic drawings. Students have the option of completing a 27-credit-hour Cert A, 51-credit hour Cert C, or an Associate of Applied Science Degree offered by Washburn Tech and conferred by Washburn University.

The Washburn Tech Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology program is in alignment with the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) CIP Code 47.0303: Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology. A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair and maintain industrial machinery and equipment such as cranes, pumps, engines and motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production machinery, marine deck machinery, and steam propulsion, refinery, and pipeline-distribution systems.

CERTIFICATIONS: OSHA-10

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For dual-credit high school students submission of an application, official partial transcript, and consent to enroll form are required. Adult students must complete an application and submit an official copy of all transcripts. Please see an admissions counselor for details.

CERTIFICATIONS: Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology Certification, OSHA-10

After earning a 48-credit-hour technical certificate, you'll be prepared to enter the workforce. Or you can continue your education and earn an associate degree.

Upon completion, you will earn a 48-credit-hourtechnical certificate and be eligible to complete an Associate of Applied Science Degree offered by Washburn Tech and conferred by Washburn University.

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After completing an associate's degree, students are eligible to earn a Bachelor of Applied Science at Washburn University.

For more programs, enrollment and course schedule information, please contact Admissions.

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Jobs and Salaries

CAREER FORECAST: bright outlook

Overall employment of industrial machinery mechanics, machinery maintenance workers and millwrights is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations. The continuing adoption of automated manufacturing machinery will require more maintenance workers, mechanics and millwrights to keep machines in good working order over the next decade. The data below refers to surveyed wages and average annual job openings in the state of Kansas due to growth and net replacement.

Experienced Salary

$81,845

(2024)

Projected Job Openings

203

(annually)

Projected Job Growth

19%

(2020-2030)

Schedule Options

Morning

LENGTH
1- 2 years

PROGRAM BEGINS
Every August

SCHEDULE
MON - FRI; 8-11:10am

Afternoon

LENGTH
1- 2 years

PROGRAM BEGINS
Every August

SCHEDULE
MON - FRI; 11:45am-2:55pm

Program Cost

Students may apply for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to help offset the cost of fees. Financial Aid is available to those who qualify, and have a high school diploma or GED.