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Career Area: Manufacturing
Associate Degree
Program Number: 31-462-11
Approximately 1 Year to Complete
This is based on full-time enrollment. Actual time to completion may vary based on the availability of courses a college offers and the number of credits the student takes in any given time period.
Credit Program
Most credit programs are eligible for financial aid, while most non-credit certificates provide valuable work-related skills on a short timeline. Check with the college offering the program to determine if it is eligible for financial aid.
Average Annual Tuition: $4386
This is based on one year of full-time enrollment for in-state students. WTCS tuition is set by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board in March for the following year. It does not include books, materials or program/college-related fees.

Mechanical Systems Technology Careers

Recent Wisconsin job postings for this degree:

  • Maintenance Technician
  • HVAC Technician
  • Diesel Technician
  • Field Service Technician

Mechanical Systems Technology Programs

Build a broad mechanical skillset through hands-on practice. Learn to perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and general maintenance of mechanical systems in a wide range of industries. Train in the proper use of hand tools and fasteners, mechanical systems, industrial electricity, OSHA safety, blueprint reading, HVAC and basic plumbing.

If you like working with your hands, are good at troubleshooting and enjoy fixing machinery and equipment, a job in mechanical systems may be the right fit for you. Those in this field are good problem solvers, are interested in working with equipment and can navigate different types of systems.

 

Mechanical Systems Technology Part of a Career Pathway Program Transfers Offered completely online Shared Program
Waukesha County Mechanical Systems Technology at Waukesha County

Wisconsin Technical College System

The Wisconsin Technical College System offers more than 500 programs awarding two-year associate degrees, one- and two-year technical diplomas, short-term technical diplomas and certificates. The System is the major provider of customized instruction and technical assistance for Wisconsin employers. More than 270,000 people enroll at a technical college each year.

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