Ivy Tech School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Science
Industrial Technology
Train Today for Tomorrow's Technician Jobs
What You'll Learn
Ivy Tech Industrial Technology program provides education and training that's largely hands-on, using a variety of training equipment and instruments. Students can take courses on job-specific topics ranging from welding to fluid power systems.
Students learn concepts and skills including:
Basic and emerging principles and concepts of the industrial technology industry
Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting to diagnose, repair, test and return items to service
Industry hazards and measures to protect against them
Welding techniques (for applicable credentials)
Use of tech-related written materials
Commitment to continuous improvement
An Ivy Tech degree or certificate in industrial technology provides students with skills to meet the ever-changing demands of the industry. You can learn concepts and practices that transfer between many occupations and trades that allow you to work with your hands and operate machinery.
Career Options
Graduates of the Ivy Tech Industrial Technology program can seek roles at a variety of locations, including factories and warehouses. Among the industrial technology careers are:
Automation specialist
Electrical technician
Programmable logic controls technician
Process technician
General maintenance technician
Quality specialist
Welder / Fabricator
Degree Types Offered
Credential Type
Associate Degree – Career-Ready Degree
Long-Term Certificates
– known as Technical Certificates (TC)
Short-Term Certificates
– known as Certificates (CT)
You're seeking a credential that allows you to use hands-on learning that replicates industry practices
You want to start, change or advance in a career or start a path toward a four-year degree
You have an interest in troubleshooting electrical manufacturing problems and making repairs
You're seeking a credential that can build toward an associate degree
You have an interest in troubleshooting mechanical problems and making repairs
You're seeking a credential that can build toward an associate degree
You already are an industry professional or apprentice, and you want additional training to meet your career needs
You're seeking a credential that can build toward an associate degree
You're interested in process industries, such as compression molding, automated assembly operations and Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) lines
You're seeking a credential that can build toward an associate degree
You want to focus on ensuring that industrial technology work meets quality standards
You're seeking a credential that can build toward an associate degree
You want to expand your welding knowledge and fabrication and pipe welding skills
You're seeking a credential that can build toward an associate degree
You're curious about how electricity powers industrial machinery
You want to earn a credential as you pursue a long-term certificate
You're curious about mechanical systems and their use in manufacturing
You want to earn a credential as you pursue a long-term certificate
You already are an industry professional or apprentice, and you want additional training to meet your career needs
You're seeking a credential that can build toward a long-term certificate
You want to work with your hands and learn and perfect multiple welding processes
You're seeking a credential that can build toward a long-term certificate
You enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, and ensuring that buildings and properties operate smoothly
You have a knack for fixing things, are detail-oriented, and thrive in a dynamic environment, a career in building and Property maintenance could be perfect for you
You appreciate stability and find fulfillment in playing a vital role in maintaining the functionality and safety of various buildings and properties
You're seeking safety certification for an entry-level production or skilled trade apprentice or a trainee position
You're seeking safety certification for an entry-level production or skilled trade apprentice or a trainee position
You're seeking quality certification for an entry-level production or skilled trade apprentice or a trainee position
You're seeking manufacturing processes and production certification for an entry-level production or skilled trade apprentice or a trainee position
You want maintenance certification for an entry-level production or skilled trade apprentice or a trainee position
You are detail-oriented and like fixing problems
You're seeking pipe-welding certification for an entry-level production or skilled trade apprentice or a trainee position
You're seeking certification in the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process, for an entry-level production or skilled trade apprentice or a trainee position
You want certification in the metal inert gas (MIG) welding process for an entry-level production or skilled trade apprentice or a trainee position
You're seeking certification in the tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding process for an entry-level production or skilled trade apprentice or a trainee position
You enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, and ensuring that buildings and properties operate smoothly
You have a knack for fixing things, are detail-oriented, and thrive in a dynamic environment, a career in building and Property maintenance could be perfect for you
You appreciate stability and find fulfillment in playing a vital role in maintaining the functionality and safety of various buildings and properties
You're seeking certification in the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process, for an entry-level production or skilled trade apprentice or a trainee position
You're seeking certification in the tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding process for an entry-level production or skilled trade apprentice or a trainee position
Together, these recognitions provide students with training in the best of environments with highly qualified instruction.
Industry Partnerships
Ivy Tech's Industrial Technology program has a variety of partnerships with industry employers and organizations. These partners are hiring for roles such as welder, maintenance technician, millwrights, electrical technician, and quality manager. Ivy Tech is proud to work with many local partners across the state to support our communities. Some prominent partners include:
Associate Degree – Career-Ready Degree
Ivy Tech's Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Industrial Technology degree program focuses on hands-on training that prepares you for the workplace. Students take courses in supervision and teams at work as well as manufacturing projects. They also take a variety of required and elective classes that allow them to tailor their education and training.
Additionally, if you want to continue your education after earning your degree, Ivy Tech offers several partnerships with four-year colleges and universities. Talk to our transfer advocates for more information.
The AAS in Industrial Technology degree program requires 60 credit hours, or five semesters, to complete.
Earn a Certificate on the Way to Your AAS
A recommended path to an associate degree in Industrial Technology is to complete one or more of the certificates offered by Ivy Tech while working toward the degree. The certificates are designed to provide gateways toward entry-level industrial technology careers existing in the local industry.
Graduates of the AAS in Industrial Technology at Ivy Tech can pursue jobs centered on applications ranging from manufacturing to research. Careers include:
Maintenance technician
Process tech
Electrical tech
Industrial maintenance tech
Automation tech
Industrial field technician
Production control technician
Stamping process technician
Metallurgist
Quality auditor
Calibration technician
Inspector
Quality technician
Quality analyst
Entry level quality engineer
Reliability/safety engineer
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Long-Term Certificates
known as Technical Certificates (TC)
Ivy Tech's Industrial Electrical Technology Technical Certificate (TC) provides education and training in topics such as advanced manufacturing, industrial wiring and electrical circuits.
Students can choose a targeted elective course in an area such as computer-aided design (CAD), electric line distribution and construction, supply chain management, and renewable energy systems.
The Industrial Electrical Technology TC program requires 34 credit hours, or two to three semesters, to complete.
FREE Through Next Level Jobs
Industrial Electrical Technology is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free Industrial Electrical Technology TC. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)*
*Note: Students who are admitted to the Next Level Jobs program to pursue the Industrial Electrical Technology CT are required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Building on Your Certificate
If your goal is to earn an associate degree in Industrial Technology, you can earn this long-term certificate on your way. The technical certificate is designed to provide a gateway into entry-level industrial technology careers. That means you may be able to enter the workforce in your desired field even before you graduate, if your plan includes working while you’re in school.
Graduates of Ivy Tech's Industrial Electrical Technology TC program can pursue jobs in manufacturing, as line workers, and in electrical service roles. Jobs include:
Electrical tech
Industrial maintenance tech
Automation tech
Student Outcomes
Student Outcomes (SOs) are the competencies that Ivy Tech students should
be well versed in upon graduating from the program.
Ivy Tech's Industrial Mechanical Technology Technical Certificate (TC) provides education and training in topics such as advanced manufacturing, mechanical drives and machine maintenance and installation.
Students can choose a targeted elective course in an area such as computer-aided design (CAD), electrical power and construction, supply chain management, and machining.
The Industrial Mechanical Technology TC program requires 34 credit hours, or two to three semesters, to complete.
FREE Through Next Level Jobs
Industrial Mechanical Technology is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free Industrial Mechanical Technology TC. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)*
*Note: Students who are admitted to the Next Level Jobs program to pursue the Industrial Mechanical Technology TC are required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Building on Your Certificate
If your goal is to earn an associate degree in Industrial Technology, you can earn this long-term certificate on your way. The technical certificate is designed to provide a gateway into entry-level industrial technology careers. That means you may be able to enter the workforce in your desired field even before you graduate, if your plan includes working while you’re in school.
Required Courses
The 34 credit hours required to complete this TC program include:
Graduates of Ivy Tech's Industrial Mechanical Technology TC program can pursue a career as a mechanical maintenance tech. These professionals work in manufacturing, production and fabrication shops.
Student Outcomes
Student Outcomes (SOs) are the competencies that Ivy Tech students should
be well versed in upon graduating from the program.
Ivy Tech's Interdisciplinary Industrial Workforce Technical Certificate (TC) is an employer-sponsored program. The certificate emphasizes electives that employers select to meet their on-the-job needs.
Electives range from design technology and refrigeration, to workplace and safety. Contact your advisor to learn more about employee-sponsored programming.
Completing the Interdisciplinary Industrial Workforce TC requires 30 credit hours, or two to three semesters.
Building on Your Certificate
If your goal is to earn an associate degree in Industrial Technology, you can earn this long-term certificate on your way. The technical certificate is designed for industrial technology professionals and apprentices. That means you may be able to continue to work in your desired field even before you graduate, if your plan includes working while you’re in school.
The careers associated with the Interdisciplinary Industrial Workforce TC vary according to the needs of the student's professional role. Graduates typically work in manufacturing or service positions. They focus on these areas:
Electrical
Mechanical
Welding
Quality
Process
Automation
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Ivy Tech's Process Operations Technology Technical Certificate (TC) provides education and training in topics such as:
Technical math
Chemistry
Advanced manufacturing
Fluid power
Industrial electrical work
Safety and health environment
Process instrumentation
Students can choose a targeted elective course in an area such as computer-aided design (CAD), electrical power and construction, supply chain management, and machining.
The Process Operations Technology TC program requires 34 credit hours, or two to three semesters, to complete.
FREE Through Next Level Jobs
Process Operations Technology is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free Process Operations Technology TC. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)*
*Note: Students who are admitted to the Next Level Jobs program to pursue the Process Operations Technology TC are required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Building on Your Certificate
If your goal is to earn an associate degree in Industrial Technology, you can earn this long-term certificate on your way. The technical certificate is designed to provide a gateway into entry-level industrial technology careers. That means you may be able to enter the workforce in your desired field even before you graduate, if your plan includes working while you’re in school.
Required Courses
The 34 credit hours required to complete this TC program include:
Ivy Tech's Quality Assurance Technology Technical Certificate (TC) provides education and training in technical math as well as quality control subjects. Among the topics the program covers are:
Advanced manufacturing principles and technology
Lean manufacturing
Quality systems
Process control
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)/Quality System (QS) standards
Students can choose a targeted elective course in an area such as computer-aided design (CAD), electric line distribution and construction, supply chain management, and renewable energy systems.
The Quality Assurance Technology TC program requires 34 credit hours, or two to three semesters, to complete.
FREE Through Next Level Jobs
Quality Assurance Technology is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free Quality Assurance Technology TC. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)*
*Note: Students who are admitted to the Next Level Jobs program to pursue the Quality Assurance Technology TC are required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Building on Your Certificate
If your goal is to earn an associate degree in Industrial Technology, you can earn this long-term certificate on your way. The technical certificate is designed to provide a gateway into entry-level industrial technology careers. That means you may be able to enter the workforce in your desired field even before you graduate, if your plan includes working while you’re in school.
Ivy Tech's Welding Technology Technical Certificate (TC) teaches students about technical math as well as welding fundamentals. The program also focuses on different types of welding, including:
Shielded metal arc (SMAW)
Gas metal arc (MIG)
Gas tungsten arc (TIG)
Students can choose a targeted elective course in an area such as pipe welding, welding fabrication, or blueprint reading for welders.
The Welding Technology TC program requires 34 credit hours, or two to three semesters, to complete.
FREE Through Next Level Jobs
Welding Technology is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free Welding Technology TC. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)*
*Note: Students who are admitted to the Next Level Jobs program to pursue the Welding Technology TC are required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Building on Your Certificate
If your goal is to earn an associate degree in Industrial Technology, you can earn this long-term certificate on your way. The technical certificate is designed to provide a gateway into entry-level industrial technology careers. That means you may be able to enter the workforce in your desired field even before you graduate, if your plan includes working while you’re in school.
The Industrial Electrical CT requires 21 credit hours, or two semesters, to complete.
FREE Through Next Level Jobs
Industrial Electrical is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free Industrial Electrical CT. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)*
*Note: Students who are admitted to the Next Level Jobs program to pursue the Industrial Electrical CT are required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Building on Your Certificate
If your goal is to earn a technical certificate in Industrial Electrical or an associate degree in Industrial Technology, you can earn this short-term certificate on your way. The certificate is designed to provide a gateway into entry-level industrial technology careers. That means you may be able to enter the workforce in your desired field even before you graduate, if your plan includes working while you’re in school.
Required Courses
Graduates must complete a total of 21 credit hours:
Graduates of the Ivy Tech Industrial Electrical CT program can pursue careers in manufacturing, as line workers, and in electrical service. They can focus on electrical, mechanical, welding, quality, process or automation. Jobs include:
Electrical tech
Industrial maintenance tech
Automation tech
Student Outcomes
Student Outcomes (SOs) are the competencies that Ivy Tech students should
be well versed in upon graduating from the program.
The Industrial Mechanical CT requires 21 credit hours, or two semesters, to complete.
FREE Through Next Level Jobs
Industrial Mechanical is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free Industrial Mechanical CT. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)*
*Note: Students who are admitted to the Next Level Jobs program to pursue the Industrial Mechanical CT are required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Building on Your Certificate
If your goal is to earn a technical certificate in Industrial Mechanical or an associate degree in Industrial Technology, you can earn this short-term certificate on your way. The certificate is designed to provide a gateway into entry-level industrial technology careers. That means you may be able to enter the workforce in your desired field even before you graduate, if your plan includes working while you’re in school.
Required Courses
Graduates must complete a total of 21 credit hours:
Ivy Tech's Interdisciplinary Industrial Workforce Certificate (CT) is an employer-sponsored program. The certificate emphasizes electives that employers select to meet their on-the-job needs.
Electives range from design technology, to refrigeration, to workplace and safety. Contact your advisor to learn more about employee-sponsored programming.
The Interdisciplinary Industrial Workforce CT requires 18 credit hours, or two semesters, to complete.
Building on Your Certificate
If your goal is to earn a technical certificate in Interdisciplinary Industrial Workforce or an associate degree in Industrial Technology, you can earn this short-term certificate on your way. The certificate is designed for industrial technology professionals and apprentices. That means you may be able to continue to work in your desired field even before you graduate, if your plan includes working while you’re in school.
Required Courses
Graduates must complete a total of 18 credit hours:
The careers associated with the Interdisciplinary Industrial Workforce CT vary according to the needs of the student's professional role. Graduates typically work in manufacturing or service positions. They focus on these areas:
Electrical
Mechanical
Welding
Quality
Process
Automation
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Ivy Tech's Structural Welding Certificate (CT) teaches students about welding fundamentals. The program also focuses on different types of welding, including:
The Structural Welding CT program requires 21 credit hours, or two semesters, to complete.
FREE through Next Level Jobs
The Structural Welding certificate is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free Certificate in Structural Welding. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)
If your goal is to earn a technical certificate or associate degree in Industrial Technology, you can earn this short-term certificate on your way. The certificate is designed to provide a gateway into entry-level industrial technology careers. That means you may be able to enter the workforce in your desired field even before you graduate, if your plan includes working while you’re in school.
Required Courses
Graduates must complete a total of 21 credit hours:
Graduates of the Ivy Tech Structural Welding CT program can pursue careers working in manufacturing, production and in fabrication shops. Jobs include:
Stick pipe welder
Welder
Autobody technician
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Building and Property Maintenance Technicians are responsible for maintaining and repairing various systems within a building, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and equipment. Additionally, they perform tasks such as painting, roof repairs, locksmithing, and drywall installations. This career field encompasses a wide range of buildings and properties, such as office complexes, apartment buildings, industrial parks, retail outlets, schools, hospitals, and hotels. Building and Property Maintenance Technicians support the operation, inspection, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and systems in both commercial and residential buildings. Emphasizing safe work practices, employability skills, and safety, they conduct general and preventive maintenance to ensure the smooth functioning of these facilities.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 Hour General Industry course will train workers to recognize, avoid, and abate hazards in the workplace. Topics covered in the course may include Fire Safety, Machine Guarding, Electrical Hazards, Ladder Safety, Workers Right to Know, and more.
The OSHA 10 Hour course requires one semester to complete, and is embedded into ADMF 101 Key Principles of Advanced Manufacturing or or WELD 100 Welding Fundamentals. You can sign up for that individual course or complete it as part of pursuing one of our certificates or associate degree in the Industrial Technology program.
The MSSC Safety workforce certification program is embedded into ADMF 101 Key Principals of Advanced Manufacturing and is typically completed during the second eight-week term of a 16-week semester.
After completing the MSSC Safety workforce certification program through Ivy Tech, students may work in a production environment, in entry-level production worker roles.
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The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Quality Practices & Measurement workforce certification through Ivy Tech focuses on topics including:
Participating in internal quality audits
Checking calibration of data collection equipment
Suggesting continuous quality improvements
Inspecting materials, products and processes
Documenting the outcomes of quality tests
Communicating quality issues
Correcting quality control issues
Recording outcomes of process improvements
Understanding the fundamentals of blueprint reading
The MSSC Quality Practices & Measurement workforce certification program is embedded into ADMF 101 Key Principals of Advanced Manufacturing and is typically completed during the second eight-week term of a 16-week semester.
After completing the MSSC Quality Practices & Measurement workforce certification program through Ivy Tech, students may work in a production environment, in entry-level production worker roles.
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The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Manufacturing Processes & Production workforce certification through Ivy Tech focuses on topics including:
Identifying customer needs
Determining the resources available for production
Setting up equipment for production
Establishing production goals
Assigning jobs
Coordinating workflow
Communicating requirements and specifications
Completing and monitoring the production process
Documenting product and process compliance with requirements
The MSSC Manufacturing Processes & Production workforce certification program is embedded into ADMF 102 Technology in Advanced Manufacturing and is typically completed during the second eight-week term of a 16-week semester.
After completing the MSSC Manufacturing Processes & Production workforce certification program through Ivy Tech, students may work in a production environment, in entry-level production worker roles.
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The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Maintenance Awareness workforce certification through Ivy Tech focused on topics including:
Performing preventive maintenance and routine repair
Monitoring indicators to ensure correct operations
Performing all housekeeping to maintain production schedule
Recognizing potential maintenance issues with basic production systems, including knowledge of when to inform maintenance personnel about problems
The MSSC Maintenance Awareness workforce certification program is embedded into ADMF 102 Technology in Advanced Manufacturing and is typically completed during the second eight-week term of a 16-week semester.
After completing the MSSC Maintenance Awareness workforce certification program through Ivy Tech, students may work in a production environment, in entry-level production worker roles.
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The American Welding Society (AWS) Pipe Welding II workforce certification through Ivy Tech prepares students for entry level careers in pipe welding / pipe fitting.
The AWS Pipe Welding II workforce certification requires six credit hours and can typically be completed during a 16-week semester.
FREE Through Next Level Jobs
AWS Pipe Welding II is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free AWS Pipe Welding II workforce certification. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)*
*Note: Students who are admitted to the Next Level Jobs program to pursue the AWS Pipe Welding II workforce certification are required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Required Courses
To complete this workforce certification, students must take WELD 203 Pipe Welding I and WELD 204 Pipe Welding II.
After completing the AWS Pipe Welding II workforce certification program through Ivy Tech, students may work in a production environment, in entry-level pipe welder roles.
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The American Welding Society (AWS) Shielded Metal Arc Welding II workforce certification through Ivy Tech prepares students for entry level careers as welders / fabricators using the SMAW process.
The AWS Shielded Metal Arc Welding II workforce certification requires six credit hours and can typically be completed during a 16-week semester.
FREE Through Next Level Jobs
AWS Shielded Metal Arc Welding II is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free AWS Shielded Metal Arc Welding II workforce certification. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)*
*Note: Students who are admitted to the Next Level Jobs program to pursue the AWS Shielded Metal Arc Welding II workforce certification are required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Required Courses
To complete this workforce certification, students must take WELD 108 Shielded Metal Arc Welding and WELD 206 Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding.
After completing the AWS Shielded Metal Arc Welding II workforce certification program through Ivy Tech, students may work in a production environment, in entry-level shielded metal arc welder (SMAW) roles.
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The American Welding Society (AWS) Gas Metal, Metal Inert Gas (MIG) workforce certification through Ivy Tech prepares students for entry level careers as welders / fabricators using the GMAW process.
The AWS Gas Metal MIG II workforce certification requires six credit hours and can typically be completed during a 16-week semester.
FREE Through Next Level Jobs
AWS Gas Metal MIG II is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free AWS Gas Metal MIG II workforce certification. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)*
*Note: Students who are admitted to the Next Level Jobs program to pursue the AWS Gas Metal MIG II workforce certification are required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Required Courses
To complete this workforce certification, students must take WELD 207 Gas Metal Arc (MIG) Welding and WELD 272 Advanced Gas Metal (MIG) Welding II.
After completing the AWS Gas Metal MIG II workforce certification program through Ivy Tech, students may work in a production environment, in entry-level gas metal arc welder (GMAW) roles.
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The American Welding Society (AWS) Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II workforce certification through Ivy Tech prepares students for entry level careers as welders / fabricators using the GTAW process.
The AWS Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II workforce certification requires six credit hours and is can typically be completed during a 16-week semester.
FREE Through Next Level Jobs
AWS Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free AWS Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II workforce certification. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
Are an Indiana resident
Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)*
*Note: Students who are admitted to the Next Level Jobs program to pursue the AWS Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II workforce certification are required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Required Courses
To complete this workforce certification, students must take WELD 208 Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG) Welding and WELD 273 Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding.
After completing the AWS Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II workforce certification program through Ivy Tech, students may work in a production environment, in entry-level gas tungsten arc welder (GTAW) roles.
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Program Details
Industrial Technology is offered at 40 Ivy Tech locations in Indiana. Each location offers a unique combination of certificate and degree options:
Industrial technology careers can be a great fit for people who like to work with their hands and interact with machines. The field offers opportunities to put their skills to use — from welding to troubleshooting and correcting electrical or mechanical equipment.
Ivy Tech's Industrial Technology program offers degrees and certificates designed to teach what graduates will need on the job, from technical skills to industry-focused math and communications.
Sound Like You?
If you identify with the traits and program details above, industrial technology may be the path for you! Take the next step to get started or speak with your local advisor to learn more.
Students coming to Ivy Tech with their high school diploma or equivalent can start straight into the degree program without completing any prerequisite courses as long as they are considered college ready by theknowledge assessment.
No Expiration of Credits
There is no expiration date for course credits that were earned in previous years from Ivy Tech Community College.
Transfer Credit for Prerequisite Courses
Prerequisite courses completed at colleges other than Ivy Tech will only be considered for general education selection points if transfer credit has been awarded and courses appear on the Ivy Tech transcript prior to the application deadline.
TR grades are not recognized by the online application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that transfer credit has been awarded and that TR grades are updated to transfer letter grades (TA, TB, TC) on their Ivy Tech transcript.
It is recommended that college transcripts be submitted to the Registrar’s office for evaluation and transfer credit at least 4 weeks prior to the program application deadline to ensure adequate time for processing.
Industrial Technology Course Descriptions
Descriptions of industrial technology courses can be found in our online course catalog. View required classes and course descriptions for:
See when specific classes will be offered by searching our class list in Schedule Builder. First, select the semester you’re looking for and then enter the name of the class in the search bar.
If you’re a current student, upcoming classes are easy to find in Schedule Builder in MyIvy.
Class Formats
Ivy Tech industrial technology courses are taught in a traditional, in-person format, with opportunities for hybrid (blended or learn anywhere) courses available.
Applying to Ivy Tech is Free & Easy
The Ivy Tech application is free and easy—you don’t need a certain test score, GPA, or class rank to get started at Ivy Tech. Applying takes about 10-15 minutes and can be completed entirely online.
No Application Deadlines
Ivy Tech does not have a deadline for admission. Our 8-week class sessions start throughout the year—in January, March, June, August, and October—and there is no hard deadline for applying for any of the start dates. It's important, though, to apply early enough that you'll be able to complete all the degree planning, financial aid, and registration activities that need to happen before your first day. We recommend you apply about one month before you intend to start classes. See upcoming start dates
Start with a Certificate
For many Automotive Technology programs, Ivy Tech recommends applying for either a long-term certificate or short-term certificate (previously called technical certificates and certificates, respectively) when filling out the online application for admission, even if your end goal is to complete an Associate of Applied Science degree.
By starting at certificate level, you will be able to earn several stackable workforce certifications as part of your education and training.
Steps to Apply
(1) Apply to Ivy Tech
If you’ve never applied to Ivy Tech Community College before (or if it’s been two years since you last attended classes here), your first step is to apply to Ivy Tech. You can apply online or in person. To apply in person, reach out toyour local admissions team and arrange a meeting. Or, stop by any campus on any Tuesday for Tuesdays@TheTech to receive personal assistance with applying and registering for classes.
After you submit your application, you'll be asked to upload documentation—such as SAT/ACT/PSAT scores or high school and college transcripts—that can assess your readiness for college-level coursework and help us make sure you are taking classes that are the right fit for you. How to upload assessment documents
If you don't have your scores or transcripts at your fingertips, don’t worry. Go ahead and submit your application. You can go back to upload assessment documents at any time until the end of the term for which you applied.
(3) Look for a Confirmation Email
Once your application is processed, you will receive a confirmation email at the email address provided on your application. Typically the email will arrive within 1-2 business days of submission, but during peak processing periods (April-June) could take up to 5-10 business days.
The email will contain instructions on how to register for classes, as well as important information regarding your Ivy Tech student portal (MyIvy account), tuition, payment options, and more.
(4) Create an Account in MyIvy
MyIvy is Ivy Tech's online student portal. Students use MyIvy to check e-mail, register for classes, pay tuition, manage financial aid, get the latest news and announcements, and much more. MyIvy also contains "QuickLinks" to the Ivy Tech websites and online tools you will use most often. Learn more about MyIvy
Before you can register for classes you will need to submit documentation or complete an assessment test. Your test scores can help us determine the best English and math starting classes for you. See the Test Score Course Placement Chart
If you submitted assessment documentation during the application process, your advisor will likely be able to work with those documents to determine course placement and you won't need to take any further steps. If you don't have any of those documents or the scores don't meet minimum thresholds, don’t worry! Your advisor will direct you to complete our freeKnowledge Assessment to help develop your customized learning path to better prepare you for courses.
(6) Register for Classes
Once you have completed the steps above, you may register for classes. Ivy Tech students register for courses using the Schedule Builder tool which can be accessed withinMyIvy. If you are a new, first-time Ivy Tech student, we recommend that you meet withyour advisor who will help you develop your Academic Completion Plan and help you sign up for courses that are the best fit for you.
For a complete list of registration steps, including detailed registration steps, deadlines, and information about holds, withdrawals, waitlists, and refunds, visit our Registration 101 page.
(7) Pay Your Tuition
After registering for your courses, your bill can be viewed in yourMyIvy account > Student Dashboard- > View/Pay Balance. Payments can also be made in your MyIvy account. For complete information about payments, including payment options, payment plans, how to make immediate payments, due dates, information about refunds, and more, visit our Payments page.
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“I'm grateful to Ivy Tech for jump-starting my career in machining and then taking me on as an adjunct instructor.”
–Matthew W. | Industrial Mechanical Technology LTC
“The degree I earned from Ivy Tech in 2011 opened the door to several opportunities to share my skills and knowledge. These opportunities have allowed me to work in several roles, and now I am able to give back to the community by becoming an instructor at Ivy Tech.”
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Madison Advising Center
590 Ivy Tech Drive
Madison, IN 47250
Fax 812-265-4028
Zoom Video Calls Available by appointment only. Call 812-256-2580, ext. 4502 to make an appointment.
Advising Team Tricia Miracle 812-265-2580 ext. 4137 tmiracle2@ivytech.edu Text during business hours 812-510-3844 Virtual Drop-In Advising Hours: Wednesdays 9:00-1:00pm & Thursdays 2:00-5:30pm Zoom Link
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1 Source: US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. May 2021 State Occupational Employment and Wage estimates: Indiana.(2022). Lightcast™, lightcast.io. Occupational Overview for Indiana, 2022-2023
2 Associate degree cost is determined by tuition for an in-state, full-time student. Certificate and technical certificate costs are determined by tuition for an in-state, part-time student. Additional fees may be applied. Visit the Tuition & Fees page to learn more.
