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High-wage.  High-skill.  High-demand.  Unbeatable combination.

Businesses are on the lookout for people who have the know-how to run high-tech equipment in today's manufacturing environment. In fact, there are more than 800 businesses in southwest Michigan and northwest Indiana alone that need people like you.

At Lake Michigan College, you'll learn the latest in industry trends and get hands-on, real world experience - the type of knowledge it takes to be in demand.

Engineering and Industrial programs available at Lake Michigan College include:

Apprentice Training
In cooperation with local employers, Lake Michigan College provides apprentice training, which includes classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Upon completion of the program, the apprentice achieves the status of journeyperson. Students also earn college credit that can be applied to a Certificate or Associate Degree in Skilled Trades Technology.

Drafting & Design
The Drafting & Design curriculum prepares students to take advantage of the manufacturing industryÕs need for competent drafters and designers. Typical careers include graphic designer, machine designer, mold designer, and tool designer.

Electronics/Electronic Technology
Electronics technicians with an associate degree are in demand by local and national employers who manufacture, sell, repair, or use electronic components and equipment. Graduates have a wide variety of jobs to consider with typical career opportunities such as electronics technicians, electrical technicians, and robotics technicians.

Engineering (pre)
This program provides the first two years of study needed for a bachelor's degree in Engineering and includes the requirements for most Michigan and Indiana colleges and universities. Upon completion of the four-year degree, typical careers available include engineering positions in aeronautics, agriculture, industry, manufacturing and nuclear technology, to name just a few.

General Technologies
The General Technologies program provides a broad knowledge of technological areas applicable to the industrial setting. Through careful selection of electives, students can prepare themselves with the knowledge and skills applicable to a specific industrial setting.

Industrial Maintenance Technology
Graduates of the Industrial Maintenance Technology program find job opportunities both locally and nationally working in the design, sale, installation, maintenance, and repair of machines and machine components. Careers include maintenance mechanic, machine repairer, and maintenance electrician.

Machine Tool Technology
The Machine Tool Technology program is designed to train students in basic and advanced machine skills through classroom and laboratory experience with traditional metal cutting and computer numerically controlled machines. Careers available both locally and nationally include tool and die maker, machinist, CNC programmer, mold maker, CNC operator, and machine builder.

Plastics Technology
The Plastics Technology program prepares students for careers that process a variety of plastics materials to meet the needs of employers locally and nationally. Positions for which students may become qualified include materials handler, plastics processor, process control technician, industrial maintenance technician and others.

Skilled Trades Technology
The Skilled Trades Technology curriculum is designed for students who want to pursue an advanced level of education beyond their certified apprentice training. Students enrolled in the program can select a concentration of coursework that supports their chosen career goals.

For more information on programs at Lake Michigan College, contact Student Services at:

Napier Avenue Campus (269) 927-8128
Bertrand Crossing Campus (269) 695-1391
Toll Free to All Campuses (800) 252-1562