Plano Campus Open House

Visit our Innovation and Design Center with a focus on Computer Aided Design and Drafting, Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Industrial Maintenance and Welding. Learn about in-demand careers and check out our amazing equipment in action.

Wednesday, April 15
5 to 6:30 p.m.

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Microcredentials for Industrial Maintenance

For any course-related questions or information regarding scholarship and grant opportunities that can assist in covering the cost of training, please reach out using the Inquiry Form below, and Workforce staff will be happy to discuss available options.

Student Testimonials

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If you like learning new things and figuring out how to fix problems, it's really fun."

Julius A., Fall 2025 cohort
Student Success: Julius accepted a full-time job earning $21/hour with benefits.

Joshua (student)

Joining the program really helped motivate me to get up and do something productive with my day.
 

Joshua D., Fall 2025 cohort
Student Success: Joshua transitioned from an internship to full-time employment.

Guillermo (portrait)

I liked being able to learn visually and physically by working with the machines.

Guillermo P., Fall 2025 cohort
Student Success: Guillermo secured work as a full-time Machine Operator.

Cristobal (portrait)

The earlier you get into it, the more progress you make, and it becomes exponentially more beneficial later in your career.

Cristobal C., Fall 2025 cohort
Student Success: Cristobal secured work as a Warehouse Associate earning $18/hour.

Waubonsee’s Microcredentials for Manufacturing Gets the Job Done for the Industrial Workforce

We’re closing the talent gap faster with stackable, short-term training from top experts. Get real-world, hands-on, credentialed learning to build career momentum—and a competitive workforce for industrial makers with vision.

Micro-Credentials for Manufacturing. Partner to industry, Accredited skills, Hands-on training, Stackable learning; Success Accredited Certification, Growth, Career Advancement, Comptetitive Workforce; Learner; Employers

Employers – stay competitive in a fast-moving world with in-house Industrial Maintenance expertise.

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At the crossroad of education and industry.

Keeping machinery and equipment running efficiently is a challenge. With Waubonsee’s Industrial Maintenance microcredentials, you keep production in play—with focused, short-term training in as little as eight weeks.

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Practical theory meets real-world skills with Waubonsee’s Microcredentials for Manufacturing training. Reframe the speed of learning. Build your in-house team of Industrial Maintenance specialists. Improve your workforce training and production outcomes.
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Reduce Unplanned Downtime
Stay proactive with predictive maintenance
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Create Consistent Quality
Training standardizes repeatable excellence
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Improve Safety
Certifications reinforce protocols
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Lower Recruitment Costs
Empower your in-house talent
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Retain Great Talent
Invest in a thriving culture

Training for Curious, Get-It-Done Problem Solvers Who Want to Succeed.

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A promising career in manufacturing? You can do it.

Short-term, stackable training gives you more control over career advancement and netting a higher salary. Think of a Fortnite player building a ramp in a fast-paced match to victory! Similarly, microcredentials offer options to move your career forward—faster.

Industrial Maintenance specialists are in high demand because companies must keep equipment working continuously. When equipment is down, it costs thousands per hour. Imagine inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical and automated systems powering modern industry. No two days are alike. From fixing conveyor belts to troubleshooting code for robotic systems, your work keeps production lines moving.

The more you know, the faster you advance. Industrial Maintenance can lead to Maintenance Supervisor, Foreman, Automation Specialist, Plant Operator, Powerplant Operator, Facility Manager, Maintenance Mechanic, Major Component Mechanic or Manufacturing Engineer. Entry-level technicians earn up to $50,000 per year, with pay raises based on experience and credentials.
Short-term, agile training equips you with in-demand skills in as little as eight weeks.
 

Working in Industrial Maintenance

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Mechanical Aptitude
Repairing mechanical systems like conveyors, pumps, motors and gears.
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Electrical Knowledge
Understanding of circuits, wiring and troubleshooting electrical components.
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Automation, Controls & Technology
Work with Programmable Logic Controllers, automated machinery and maintenance management software to track equipment performance.
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Blueprint & Schematic Reading
Interpret technical manuals, equipment diagrams and blueprints.
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Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
Conducting routine inspections and using tools to predict equipment failures.
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Safety Compliance
Conducting routine inspections and using tools to predict equipment failures.

Career Potential in Industrial Maintenance

(Source: Lightcast Labor Market Data, 2025)

Experience Level Local
(17 Counties)		 National
Average		 Cost of Living-
Adjusted Locally
Entry-Level $50,000 $45,000 $48,000
Mid-Level $60,000 $55,000 $58,000
Experienced $75,000 $68,000 $72,000
Top Earners $95,000+ $85,000+ $90,000+

 

Enroll to Grow Your Career in Industrial MaintenancePartner With Us to Train Your Workforce

Micro-Steps. Big Leaps.

Focused, short-term training to grow today's industrial workforce

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Micro-credential options

8

Average number of weeks per micro-credential

10:1

Learner to teacher ratio

50

Number of countries using Amatrol equipment used in our training

Frequently Asked Questions