Industrial Maintenance Technology
Short Term Certificate (2-Semester Program)
Keep Industry Moving.
What Will I Learn?
Build the hands-on skills to maintain, troubleshoot and repair the systems that keep modern industry running.
The Industrial Maintenance Technology Short Term Certificate provides individuals with the knowledge, technical skills, and values needed to obtain entry-level employment in the electrical, electronics, or computer fields. Over two semesters of full-time study (28 credit hours), you’ll be prepared for high-demand, high-wage jobs in the areas:
- Electronics Circuit Repair
- Industrial Electrical Wiring
- Industrial Motor Controls
- Hydraulics And Pneumatics
- Measurements
- Technical Drawing
Completers receive comprehensive general education and technical training in the core area of industrial maintenance. Snap-On Tools Certifications are available. Dual enrollment students are eligible for this program.
What Can I Earn?
The national median wage for all industrial machinery installation, repair and maintenance workers is $31.02/hour in 2026 or $64,520 per year according to the latest U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data released in 2026. The Alabama median wage is $29.77/hour.
Career Opportunities & Job Outlook
Industrial Maintenance is considered an in-demand career with projected job growth of 16.1% from 2024 to 2034 with 70,700 projected annual openings during that period. Alabama has 19% projected growth, which is actually higher than the national 16.1% projection for this specific occupation. Alabama is projected to grow from 17,510 workers in 2024 to 20,830 in 2034, with approximately 1,890 openings per year.
Jobs are available statewide including Preventive Maintenance Technician III at Austal and Airbus Final Assembly Line in Mobile. In Pensacola, openings include Industrial Electrical & Instrumentation at Cytiva and Industrial Maintenance Mechanics at Armstrong World Industries.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must complete the application procedures and be 16 years of age. Additionally, applicants must present official documentation of a high school diploma, in accordance with ACCS Board of Trustees Policy, or GED.
Program Summary
Type: Certificate
Length: 2 Semesters of Full-time attendance