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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 Michigan colleges that offer industrial mechanics degrees.
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Southwestern Michigan College
323 Erie Street, Port Huron, MI
Southwestern Michigan College (SMC) Dowagiac, Michigan, campus is one of two SMC campuses—the other located in Niles, Michigan.
Mission Statement:
The mission of Southwestern Michigan College is to serve our community by providing affordable local access to high quality post-secondary career preparation and college education—including the total college life experience.
Areas of Study:
- Communications / Humanities / Social Science
- School of Advanced Technology
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Math & Science
- School of Business
- School of Nursing and Health Services
- Work-Based Learning / Internships
The Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degree from SMC meet general requirements for many four-year colleges and universities. The Transfer Resource Room allows students to access all transfer school material, work on their applications, and meet with advisors to plan their transfer
Tuition:
- In-District: $109.50 per credit hour
- In-State: $141.50 per credit hour
- Out of State: $154.00 per credit hour
- International: $198.00 per credit hour
Mandatory Fees include Registration Fee and Technology Fee.
Advising and Academic Support is available to all students by appointment only. The Student Activity Center includes a game room, gym, three resistance pools, fitness center, and rock climbing room.
Apply Online (http://www.swmich.edu/applynow)
Financial Aid is available to those who qualify (http://www.swmich.edu/financialaid)
Students Enrolled in the Industrial Mechanics Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southwestern Michigan College offers an associate's degree program in industrial mechanics.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 2 |
| Female | 0 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
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 Southwestern Michigan College, 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
Salary & Wages
- Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 40
- Average Hourly Rate: $29.90
- Average Annual Salary: $62190
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
- Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 3
- Average Hourly Rate: $27.19
- Average Annual Salary: $56550
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
- Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 430
- Average Hourly Rate: $21.85
- Average Annual Salary: $45440
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
- Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 940
- Average Hourly Rate: $28.30
- Average Annual Salary: $58860
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 Southwestern Michigan College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Southwestern Michigan College may offer services like:- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment