Manufacturing IT

Lakeshore’s Manufacturing IT degree helps you bridge a skills gap between manufacturing and IT by providing meaningful changes in manufacturing processes.

Why Consider an Manufacturing IT Degree?

  • This program prepares you to work on the technology connecting manufacturing and information technology (IT), leading the way to a smarter and more sustainable manufacturing industry.
  • There is demand for skilled professionals who can implement cutting-edge technology solutions in manufacturing environments.
  • Become part of an industry that contributes immensely to our local economy and beyond.
  • Link your interest in technology with problem-solving skills for a satisfying career.

Why Learn at Lakeshore?

  • In-person, hands-on instruction allows you to ask questions while gaining experience using equipment.
  • Because of our low student-to-faculty ratio, you’ll get to know your instructors and fellow students.
  • Graduates are prepared for employment at the technician level or higher.
  • Smoothly transfer your degree to your choice of several university partners to complete your bachelor’s degree.

What It Takes

  • Mechanical and technological aptitude
  • An interest in finding new ways to do things and solving problems
  • Ability to be persistent while overcoming obstacles
  • Attention to detail
  • Good communication skills
Career Area
Information Technology (IT)
Type
Associate Degree
Program Number
10-631-4
Availability
In-Person
  • Associate Degree
  • 4 Terms 
  • 60 Credits
  • Financial Aid Eligible
  • Starts August

Career Outlook

Manufacturing IT 

Median Income: $46,497.00*

POTENTIAL JOB TITLES

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Repair, maintain, or install computers, word processing systems, automated teller machines, and electronic office machines, such as duplicating and fax machines.

 

Repair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas.

 


Disclosure:

*Lightcast/EMSI data is a hybrid dataset derived from official government sources such as the US Census Bureau, Bureau of Economic Analysis, and Bureau of Labor Statistics. This salary data is from the Lakeshore District.

Transfer Options

Program Cost

  • Tuition Cost: $10,234.92
  • Book Cost: $900.00
  • Supply Cost: $0.00
  • Program Total: $11,134.92

Because of the hands-on nature of this training, Manufacturing IT courses are offered only during the day, Monday through Friday.