Industrial Technology Certificate

Program Description

Code 181 - 30 Credits

The Industrial Technology core curriculum will prepare people to install, maintain and repair manufacturing equipment found in a variety of industries (including, but not limited to: metal, plastics, automotive, medical, pharmaceutical, and food processing). Graduates will have career pathways for continuing education in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering technology or business administration with a concentration in manufacturing. Students may pursue either a Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Industrial Technology.

Modules within the curriculum cover:

• Applied Science and Materials
• Electro-Mechanical Devices, Equipment, and Safety
• Mathematics
• Process Applications and Operations
• Product Design Elements
• Programming and Controls
• Quality and Lean Manufacturing
• Standards and Regulations

Modular Format

Industrial Trades curricula are offered in a non-traditional, modular format. Module descriptions are not listed in the catalog. For more information about Industrial Trades modules go to the Industrial Trades page at http://www.kellogg.edu/academics/areasofstudy/manufacturing-skilled-trades-applied-technology/.

Industrial Trades Orientation

All students interested in taking Industrial Trades modules must complete one or more core curriculum orientation. The orientation is a core curriculum prerequisite. Students will not be able to register for modules until the orientation is completed.

Information:

To earn the certificate, students must complete thirty (30) credits in the core Industrial Technology curriculum. For more information about Industrial Technology modules go to the Industrial Trades page at http://www.kellogg.edu/academics/areasofstudy/manufacturing-skilled-trades-applied-technology/industrial-technology/.

For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the Industrial Technology Certificate program, and other important information, please go to www.kellogg.edu/academics/Gedt_IndTech.html.