Kish College Foundation receives 3M grant for Nursing Textbook Initiative
The Kishwaukee College Foundation received a $5,000 grant from the 3M Site Hometown Donation program in support of the Foundation’s Nursing Textbook Initiative.
technology & manufacturing
Technology & Manufacturing
Technology and manufacturing 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 Technology & Manufacturing 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 Technology & Manufacturing 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
Degrees and Certificates
Program Details
- 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.
- A variable tuition rate applies to this program.
News & Events
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Amboy Class of 2014 supports Kish Foundation Scholarship
Members of the Amboy High School Class of 2014 supported the Kishwaukee College Foundation's Mathew J. Rood Diesel Power Technology Scholarship after collecting donations at their class reunion. The class recently donated the proceeds to Courtney Walz of the Kishwaukee College Foundation at Amboy Depot Days.