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The Industrial Production Technology program is designed to prepare students for entry level jobs in paper and chemical process industries.This is a career program designed for students to go directly into the labor market upon completion. Although some of the courses in this program will transfer to four-year institutions, this program is not designed to be a transfer program of study; therefore, it is not subject to the terms and conditions of Alabama Transfers state transfer and articulation reporting system.

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This Certificate is designed to provide introductory educational experiences for those students seeking to start or enhance their career as an engineering technician or engineering technologist. This Certificate provides technical skill and knowledge enhancement in addition to building essential job-related communication skills. All courses apply directly to programs leading to Associate Degrees for students seeking to further their education beyond this program.

Computer-Aided Design (CAD) is the process of creating 3D Virtual Models of components and assemblies, and 2D drawings that fully describe the product. The Mechanical Designer, while using a wide variety of CAD software, develops the product and creates drawings following standardized practices through International and company related standards. This program provides learning opportunities in multiple CAD software packages, drawing creation following ASME standards, tool and machine design, dimension & tolerance per the ASME Y14.5 standard and introduction to part creation through Manufacturing. Graduates can find employment in design and engineering related activities, in the areas of transportation, aerospace, medical technology, power transmission and defense.

The Advanced Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning certificate will prepare you to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, install, service and maintain the operating condition of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. The certificate curriculum covers diagnostic techniques, the use of testing equipment, and the principles of mechanics, electricity and electronics as they relate to the repair of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. This 20-credit certificate can be completed in one year.

Wake Tech's Industrial Automation Technician Training is ideal for those interested in work with companies utilizing automated warehouse process and advanced manufacturing systems. If you have an aptitude for mechanical and electrical components or have experience in the field, this program can help you upgrade your skills and advance your career.You will learn methods for building mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and programmable logic controller circuits from a schematic. Come away with credentials from Tooling U-SME, which prepares you for the Manufacturing Skills Standard Council Certified Production Technician certification exam.

The Industrial Systems Technology curriculum is designed to prepare or upgrade individuals to safely service, maintain, repair, or install equipment. Instruction includes theory and skill training needed for inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing industrial systems.Students will learn multi-craft technical skills in print reading, mechanical systems maintenance, electricity, hydraulics/pneumatics, welding, machining or fabrication, and includes various diagnostic and repair procedures. Practical application in these industrial systems will be emphasized and additional advanced coursework may be offered.Upon completion of this curriculum, graduates should be able to individually, or with a team, safely install, inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial process and support equipment. Students will also be encouraged to develop their skills as life-long learners.

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Job Corps’ Electrical, Pre-Apprentice training program teaches students the skills needed to work with electrical systems in homes, businesses and factories, including how to install, maintain and repair electrical power, communications, lighting and control systems in places of all sizes, read blueprints and diagrams and will need to follow state and local building regulations, and use various hand tools and power tools. This program specifically prepares students for a Registered Apprenticeship after graduation. Students who complete the Electrical, Pre-Apprentice training program can earn industry-recognized credentials from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and certifications in construction health and safety from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

This certificate program is designed to equip students with the foundational skills and knowledge necessary to gain entry to the robotics field. Through a blend of classroom lecture and hands-on experience, students will learn electrical theory; how to install, program, or repair robotic controllers and related equipment; how to troubleshoot robotic systems; and how to perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components. This certificate is designed to prepare students for career success in robotics. The overall growth of the manufacturing industry and related fields will require a growing number of robotics technicians to install and maintain robotic systems and components. This program is a good fit for people who enjoy working with their hands, with an emphasis on spatial conceptualization and mechanical reasoning. Those who graduate with this certificate have a solid understanding of the machinery and equipment used in the robotics field.

This is a program that prepares individuals to be able to work in an entry level position in the construction and maintenance industry.This is a career program designed for students to go directly into the labor market upon completion. Although some of the courses in this program will transfer to four-year institutions, this program is not designed to be a transfer program of study; therefore, it is not subject to the terms and conditions of Alabama Transfers state transfer and articulation reporting system.

The Climate Control Technology program is designed to prepare students for a career in the fields of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration.