Program Overview
Prepare to work in a modern manufacturing plant. Develop the skills you need to be flexible in a changing work place. Learn computerized manufacturing methods, computer aided drafting and machining, material testing and inspection, and oral and verbal communication. Graduates are qualified for a wide variety of technical positions in the manufacturing sector.
Get a degree in manufacturing and industrial technology. Program emphasizes the computer aided-drafting (CAD) and computer numerical control (CNC) aspects of manufacturing technology.
Earning Potential
Interested in a career in manufacturing and industrial technology? Learn more about our region’s employment outlook and career opportunities you can pursue in this field of study.
Plan, direct or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality and quantity specifications.
median annual salary
annual job openings
are currently employed within the State of Michigan Prosperity Regions 5 and 6.
This number is expected to over the next four years.
of current workers will reach retirement age within the next ten years.
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Develop tools, implement designs or integrate machinery, equipment or computer technologies to ensure effective manufacturing processes.
median annual salary
annual job openings
are currently employed within the State of Michigan Prosperity Regions 5 and 6.
This number is expected to over the next four years.
of current workers will reach retirement age within the next ten years.
Visit Career Coach for more details.
About Delta's Program
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Amazing facultyAt Delta, you get small classes, professors who see your potential and resources to help you succeed. Delta professors are here to teach. And, they're really good at it.
Delta's program is designed to give you the flexibility to acquire the knowledge and skills needed in the rapidly changing manufacturing and industrial technology area. The program provides a mixture of education and training.
- Computer aided-drafting
- Computer numerical control (CAD/CAM)
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- 3D parametric solid modeling
- Robotics
- Safety practices and procedures
Why you should choose Delta.
Life is busy. But that shouldn't get in the way of your education. Delta offers classes at night, on weekends and online to make taking classes and getting that degree easier. Plus, Delta has three centers so you can take classes even closer to home.
You can get hands-on experience in your field while you're working toward that degree. I know. It's awesome! Plus, you'll even get paid. That's co-op! Check it out.
At the Teaching Learning Center, located in the Library, we offer tutoring on a wide variety of subjects, and help with developing study and learning skills. Most tutoring is on a walk-in basis but we do have some online tutoring options.
Best of all, it's free for currently enrolled Delta students. Just another way we demonstrate our commitment to helping students succeed.
Facts & Figures
With a student to professor ratio of 16 to 1, our students get personal attention.
80% of grads from the last five years live in the tri-counties. 97% live in Michigan.
Related Programs
Delta College offers over 140 degree, certificate and training options. Continue exploring and advancing your education with these related programs:
- Computer Aided Drafting - Certificate
- Computer Numerical Control - Certificate
- Mechanical Engineering Technology - Associate