Industrial Maintenance and Automation Technology

Salina Tech’s Industrial Maintenance and Automation Technology program is designed from the ground up with the needs of local manufacturing companies in mind. Major employers are increasingly turning to automated systems as part of their production process, and this program teaches the skills needed to set up, configure and maintain these complex systems.

Individual classes include Blueprint Reading, Fluid Power, Industrial Robotics and more.

Students have the option of pursuing a two-year technical certificate or taking a few additional general education classes and earning an Associate of Applied Science degree. Program graduates will be prepared to take the Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT) and Reliability Professionals (SMRP) certifications. Students will also complete the OSHA-10 and KS Work Ready certifications.

Kansas Board of Regents Program Alignment Information

CIP Code: 47.0303
CIP Name: Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair and maintain industrial machinery and equipment such as cranes, pumps, engines and motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production machinery, marine deck machinery, and steam propulsion, refinery, and pipeline-distribution systems.

The Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology Alignment was approved by the Kansas Board of Regents on May 15, 2014. After going through the realignment process, the Technical Education Authority approved the amended Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology Program Alignment on October 31, 2024. Colleges are granted one year from the approval date to implement the alignment. Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology implementation due by Fall 2026. Kansas Board of Regents Program Alignment Map.

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Program LengthProgram CostDegree EarnedExpected
2 Years$9,769Technical Certificate$43,770-$69,190
2.5 Years$13,624Associate Degree$43,770-$69,190

YOU WILL LEARN

  • Operate machine tool equipment commonly found in industry including manual and computer controlled lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and cutting machines.

  • Manufacture parts from various materials in accordance with specifications from blueprints, electronic drawings, and shop sketches.

  • Solve quality problems using process planning, technical knowledge, teamwork, mathematics, and critical thinking.

  • Apply safety principles in a work environment to minimize hazards and prevent losses to productivity.

  • Demonstrate employability skills needed to obtain and retain employment in machine tool and related fields.

CAREERS

  • Machine Operator

  • Machinist

  • Tool & Die Maker

  • Tool Room Technician

  • Quality Control Professional

  • CNC Operator

  • Assembly Professional

  • CNC Programmer

  • Manufacturing Manager

INFORMATION

FACULTY

Tracy Marble

Mr. Marble served 26 years in the U.S. Army as a Diesel Mechanic, Welder, and Machinist. He taught welding, manual and CNC machining, vehicle recovery, and advanced leadership courses for ten years in both the Active and reserve components. He received his Associates Degree in Applied Technology from Salina Tech. Mr. Marble started teaching for Salina Tech in 2025 for Industrial Maintenance and Automation Program.

Tracy Marble
tracy.marble@salinatech.edu
785-309-3138

CONTACT

Contact the enrollment specialist with any questions, admissions requirements, or to set up program shadowing or tours.

Azalia Cunningham – Enrollment Specialist
785-309-3132
azalia.cunningham@salinatech.edu