If you’re a problem-solver who likes to work hands-on with high-tech equipment, then a career in manufacturing might be a great fit for you. There are a variety of options in both degree programs and apprenticeships that will provide you with the training you need.
Employment opportunities are available in a variety of industries with a degree or diploma in welding & fabrication. Welding and fabrication professionals cut, weld, and shape metal parts used in construction, manufacturing, and machinery. These programs teach you to read blueprints, work with various metals, and operate equipment like welders, saws, and robotic systems. You'll gain hands-on experience and technical skills to prepare for a career in fabrication shops, manufacturing plants, or construction.
Certificate (C) | 5 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Clintonville, Oshkosh, Wautoma
Certificate (C) | 7 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Oshkosh, Wautoma
Associate Degree (AAS) | 63 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Oshkosh
Technical Diploma (TD) | 13 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Oshkosh
Technical Diploma (TD) | 54 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Oshkosh
Technical Diploma (TD) | 29 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Oshkosh
Careers in industrial maintenance offer many opportunities to problem solve and work with your hands. With FVTC programs, you’ll get a high level of technical skills to prepare you for a job in a variety of industrial settings.
Certificate (C) | 14 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Oshkosh
Apprenticeship (A) | 29 Credits | Location: Appleton
Certificate (C) | 12 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Oshkosh
Apprenticeship (A) | 21 Credits | Location: Appleton
Certificate (C) | 16 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Oshkosh
Technical Diploma (TD) | 26 Credits | Location: Appleton
Apprenticeship (A) | 7.5 Credits | Location: Appleton
Apprenticeship (A) | 16 Credits | Location: Appleton
Apprenticeship (A) | 24 Credits | Location: Appleton
Certificate (C) | 9 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Oshkosh
Apprenticeship (A) | 12.5 Credits | Location: Appleton
Associate Degree (AAS) | 60 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Online
In FVTC’s manufacturing operations programs, you’ll find both industrial engineering, as well as quality and process improvement. You’ll learn about the effective use of personnel, materials and machines in the manufacturing and service industries.
Certificate (C) | 15 Credits | Location: Online
Apprenticeship (A) | 16 Credits | Locations: Appleton, Online
Certificate (C) | 17 Credits | Location: Online
Technical Diploma (TD) | 20 Credits | Location: Online
Certificate (C) | 5 Credits | Location: Appleton
Certificate (C) | 14 Credits | Location: Appleton
Skilled precision machinists are in high demand across industries like manufacturing, transportation, medical, food production, and defense—especially in the Fox Valley region. These programs give you experience with CAD drawings and CNC (computer numerical control) technology and build skills using a variety of machine tools such as lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses. You’ll gain hands-on experience and build the skills needed to launch or advance in a precision metal machining career.
Technical Diploma (TD) | 61 Credits | Location: Appleton
Apprenticeship (A) | 12 Credits | Location: Appleton
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