School of Manufacturing and Industrial Technology
Setting Dallas College Apart
The School of Manufacturing and Industrial Technology continues to build strong relationships with North Texas industry leaders and experts to ensure our courses prepare our students to enter the job market with high-demand skills.
One of the most recent initiatives is taking part in SME’s Manufacturing Imperative-Workforce Pipeline Challenge to revitalize manufacturing’s industrial base and grow the industry’s talent pipeline.
“Working with a Dallas College student has been very gratifying. They’re young. They’re ambitious. They have a hunger for knowledge and a thirst to learn.”
“I would strongly recommend to anyone interested in the construction industry to check into the Construction Management Program at North Lake. I can truly say that this program was very valuable to me and has helped me in my personal and professional goals.”
Notable Occupations in Manufacturing and Industrial Technology
Based on Projected 3-Year Job Growth in DFW
| Occupation | Dallas College Program | Current Employment | Forecasted 3-Year Job Growth Rate | Typical Entry-Level Hourly Wage | Typical Median-Level Hourly Wage | Typical Entry-Level Education |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineers | Engineering - Related Programs | 5,584 | 6% | $29.59 | $48.55 | Bachelor's degree |
| Construction Managers | Construction Management | 9,624 | 8% | $29.33 | $47.69 | Bachelor's degree |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | Advanced Manufacturing/ Mechatronics Technology | 15,765 | 5% | $21.64 | $31.32 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | Automotive Technology | 14,347 | 6% | $12.90 | $22.78 | Postsecondary nondegree award |
Degrees/Certificates
Dallas College is proud to present credential opportunities in MIT that meet industry needs. Here are a few featured programs that we offer:
Degrees
- Construction Management – A.A.S.
- Automotive Technology – A.A.S.
- Advanced Manufacturing/Mechatronics Technology – A.A.S.
- Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology – A.A.S.
Certificates
- Construction Management – Commercial Construction Assistant Superintendent
- Engine Repair and Performance Technician
- Advanced Manufacturing/Mechatronics Technology
- Technician Level 1 Certificate in Air Conditioning
- Electronics and Climate Controls
- Rising HVAC Technician
Continuing Education
- Construction Technology – Commercial Plumbing
- Construction Technology – Commercial Electrical
Specialized Skills In Demand
- HVAC
- Hand Tool Operation
- Plumbing
- Project Management
- Forklift Truck
- Power Tool Operation
- Construction
4-Year Transfer Possibilities
Manufacturing Engineering Technology,
Bachelor’s Degree
Supply and Value Chain Management,
Bachelor's Degree
Supply Chain and Marketing Management,
Bachelor's Degree
Construction Management,
Bachelor's Degree
Notable Employers in DFW
All data gathered for Dallas/Fort Worth. Source: Dallas College Labor Market Intelligence.
