Play a key role in economic growth and development for businesses across industries.
Manufacturing Tech
manufacturing technology program
Manufacturing tech (MT) professionals are the backbone of today’s industry. Modern manufacturing
technologies are a world away from the workbenches and traditional tools of the past.
Our MT program gets you ready for the modern and evolving workplace. The latest techniques
and tools for computer numerical control (CNC), precision welding, computer-aided
mechanical design and 3D printing are studied.
In our manufacturing tech program, you may:
Get in the industry quickly with a certificate in one of our four specialties
Secure paid internships with local employers who often hire Kish students
Learn alongside industry professionals
Work with the latest technology in 3D printing, automation and design
We’ll prepare you for a career or even a promotion in the manufacturing industry.
These are many career options. Depending on the certificate earned, our graduates
work in precision machining or as an industrial or production technician.
The National Career Clusters Framework created a tool to help you find a career that
suits your interests and skills. Our manufacturing tech program is part of the Manufacturing career cluster.
In-district high school students can get started while still in high school. This program
has a study guide to outline a pathway from certain high schools into our MT program.
You’ll learn using modern equipment and software.
Join the workforce fast with one of our MT certificates.
We have many local industry partners and opportunities for job placement assistance.
Students interested in pursuing a certificate in MT are encouraged to speak with their
academic advisor.
The Kishwaukee College Continuing Education department is offering four Short-Term Training programs during the Summer 2021 semester. Two are offered online. Two are offered in a hybrid format.
February marks Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month and Kishwaukee College, along with institutions across the state of Illinois, are celebrating the initiative.