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FINANCIAL AID RATE

95%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

21:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$3,934

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Industrial Mechanics Degree

The expansive field of Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology is an area of study in business focused on the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment and industrial machinery. The industrial equipment and various machinery can include pumps, conveying systems, motors, engines, production equipment, and packaging machinery to name a few examples. Get more details below including other Tennessee colleges that offer industrial mechanics degrees.

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Dyersburg State Community College (DSCC)

560 Royal Parkway, Nashville, TN

About
Dyersburg State Community College, located in Dyersburg, Tennessee, was founded in 1969 and currently offers courses through its main campus or two education centers in Covington and Trenton. The school serves seven counties in West Tennessee and provides post secondary education opportunities to assist in development of the region. The school  is dedicated to providing quality service to ensure that the needs of current and future students are met.

Academics
DSCC is a comprehensive community college that allows students to pursue transfer or career training opportunities. Transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying for transfer to a four year institution to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Career training programs provide an education in a high demand field or industry that allow students to pursue a long term employment upon completion. Programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a degree or certificate upon completion.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid
Dyersburg State Community College is an open enrollment institution that allows any student who is interested to enroll through the completion of the application and payment of fees. Students should also provide transcripts and test scores, and may be asked to take a placement exam prior to registration. The school also encourages new students to participate in orientation and meet with a counselor prior to their first semester. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need as determined through the information provided by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Students Enrolled in the Industrial Mechanics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. DSCC has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Less Than One Year Certificate
  • Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than One Year Certificate7
Associate's Degree5

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male12
Female0

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian2
Black6
Hispanic2
White2

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Industrial Mechanics program at DSCC, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Elevator Installers and Repairers

Description

Assemble, install, repair, or maintain electric or hydraulic freight or passenger elevators, escalators, or dumbwaiters.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, elevator installers and repairers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 13.0% from 2014 to 2024

Industrial Machinery Mechanics

Description

Repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, industrial machinery mechanics employment is expected to grow at a rate of 18.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
    • Total Employment: 1
    • Average Hourly Rate: $26.32
    • Average Annual Salary: $54740

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Description

Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, maintenance workers, machinery employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
    • Total Employment: 540
    • Average Hourly Rate: $19.84
    • Average Annual Salary: $41270

Millwrights

Description

Install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, millwrights employment is expected to grow at a rate of 15.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
    • Total Employment: 90
    • Average Hourly Rate: $23.80
    • Average Annual Salary: $49500

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants DSCC accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Dyersburg State Community College may offer services like those listed below:

  • Online classes
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

Dyersburg State Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Softball