Industrial technology makes manufacturing facilities operate faster and safer. It uses advanced machinery and engineering principles to improve efficiency and product quality.

Industrial technology plays an important role in making all kinds of products. This includes food, pharmaceuticals, automobiles, heavy equipment and more.

What does an industrial technology specialist do?

An industrial technology specialist

• installs and maintains production lines and equipment
• troubleshoots mechanical and electrical systems
• identifies ways to make the production process more efficient and safer for workers

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Become an industrial technology specialist with a degree from College of Lake County. The training program takes two years to complete.

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Why study industrial technology at College of Lake County?

Here are six reasons to earn this degree at College of Lake County (CLC):

1. You have options. Earn an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree from the start. Or begin your journey with a single career certificate. You can stack certificates to earn an A.A.S degree.
2. You get certified. Earn certifications from the Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA). This makes your credentials attractive to employers and helps you get a job sooner.
3. You gain real-world experience. Leading manufacturers in northern Illinois offer paid internships and apprenticeships to CLC students. Learn hands on while earning money and connecting with future employers.
4. You get personal feedback. The class sizes at CLC are small. Instructors know you by name and help you achieve success. They are experts who have worked in manufacturing. They teach practical skills you can apply with confidence in the workplace.
5. You learn in a high-tech environment. Attend classes at the Advanced Technology Center (ATC) in Gurnee. Explore the ATC. The 170,000-square-foot center houses
   • a state-of-the-art industrial technology lab
   • the largest welding and fabrication lab in Illinois
6. You save money. CLC provides a quality education at an affordable price. We help you attend college debt-free through
   • Federal financial aid—attend a free FAFSA workshop
   • Scholarships like the Community Project Advanced Technologies Scholarship
   • Jobs for students on campus

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Learn more:

• How to become an apprentice
• Financial aid
• Is manufacturing a good career?

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