Industrial Technology Program Costs

Industrial Technology, Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)

The 70-72 semester hour A.A.S. degree prepares high school students and community college students for careers in manufacturing. The program offers students opportunities to learn science, math, technology, and communications in real-life settings.

Based on 2019-2020 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $12,483.00. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can beÌýÌýviewed here.


Industrial Maintenance Technology, Certificate

The 37-semester hour certificate prepares students to install and maintain the electromechanical, mechanical pneumatic, and hydraulic systems used in manufacturing and building facilities. The student acquires knowledge of electrical power and motors, control systems, pumps, compressors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and power transfer devices. Students can expect to find employment as installers, technicians, and service representatives in manufacturing, sales, and customer service.

Based on 2019-2020 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $6,327.00. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can beÌýviewed here.


Industrial Technology Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) Certificate

The 17-semester credit hour certificate program prepares graduates for entry-level work as CAD technicians in industry.

Based on 2019-2020 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $2,907.00. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can be viewed here.Ìý


Industrial Technology Industrial Machining Certificate

The 17-semester credit hour certificate program prepares for entry-level work in manual and/or CNC machining.

Based on 2019-2020 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $2,907.00. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can beÌý viewed here.


Industrial Welding Certificate

The 16-semester credit hour program prepares graduates for entry level work as welders in industry. This program is designed to cover the necessary components for students to test for AWS D1-1 Certification upon completion.

Based on 2019-2020 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $2,736.00. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can beÌýviewed here.


Machinery Maintenance Certificate

The 18-semeter credit hour program prepares graduates for entry-level work in industrial or machinery maintenance.

Based on 2019-2020 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $3,078.00. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can beÌýviewed here.


Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Mechanical Design Certificate

The 33-34 semester credit hour certificate program provides the student with an understanding of the machine design process and prepares the student for employment as a mechanical draft person working in a computer environment.

Based on 2019-2020 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $5,643.00. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can be viewed here.

Cost of Attendance Estimate

Our tuition costs are less than half of what you’d pay at a public university and a fraction of the cost of a private college.

Below is Parkland’s estimated budget used to calculate cost of attendance. This is based on full-time, in-district and out-of-district students for the fall and spring semesters.
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Full-time/In-district

Full-Time/Out-of-district

Tuition & Fees

$4,284

$9,642

Loan Fees

$110

$110

Housing & Food

$9,400

$9,400

Books & Supplies

$1,200

$1,200

Transportation

$1,300

$1,300

Misc. Expenses

$1,600

$1,600

TOTAL

$17,894

$23,252

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Your actual cost of attendance will vary based on your enrollment level, program of study (i.e. High-cost career programs/Tier 2 courses), cost of attaining a license/certification or first professional credential, living arrangements, transportation costs, and lifestyle. This information is provided to help you estimate cost so you can plan ahead and determine how much money you may need to attend Parkland ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉútv.

*Cost of Attendance is also used to calculate a student’s financial need, as it sets a limit on the total aid that a student may receive.

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