Garden City Community College

Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology For High School Students

The Industrial Mechanic/Maintenance Technology program for High School Students at GCCC is an excellent opportunity for students looking to jump-start their careers! In this program, students will learn to apply technical knowledge and skills to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems and equipment. Students will receive a well-rounded education that includes include learning industrial mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity, industrial electrical controls, instrumentation, programmable logic controls (PLCs), motor controls, and their application to industry. High school students begin the program while in high school and can continue one more semester for a Certificate A and two more semesters for Certificate C. Students also have the option to complete their Associate in Applied Science degree.

Dual Credit (GCCC EDGE)

This program is also offered as dual enrollment through GCCC’s Edge Program. “Dual Credit Courses” as defined by the Higher Learning Commission are courses taught to high school students for which the students receive both high school and college credit. The Industrial Maintenance dual credit courses are offered on the GCCC campus for days a week during .

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Excel in CTE

Excel in CTE is a state funded program that provides free career technical education (CTE) at Kansas technical and community colleges for juniors and seniors in high school. GCCC offers several options in both transfer and technical courses that fall under Excel in CTE. These courses are offered at no cost to the high school student.

More information about the Excel in CTE Initiative

Other CTE Offerings at GCCC

Degree Options

• Associate in Applied Science
• Cerificate
• Industry Certifications

Career Outlook Upon Completion Of Program

• Millwright Industry - Multiple Positions
• Oil & Gas Industry - Multiple Positions
• Hydraulic Technician
• Industrial Conveyor Technician
• Electronic/Electrical Technician
• Manufacturing Welding & Fabrication
• Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
• AND MANY MORE!

Course Schedule

Mon. - Thur. 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Fall Semester

INPR 131 - Shop Operations - 4 cr hr

INPR 101 - AC/DC Circuits - 4cr hr

Spring Semester

INPR 182 - Blueprint Reading - 4 cr hr

INPR 101 - Technical Math - 3cr hr

Students will continue one more semester for a Certificate A and two more semesters for Certificate C. Students also have the option to complete their Associate in Applied Science degree.

For more information, please contact tyson.dixon@gcccks.edu