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Nursing (ADN) Full-Time Program – AAS Degree

The Associate Degree Nursing Program provides practical nurses the opportunity to achieve an associate degree in nursing and take the NCLEX-RN Exam; builds on the practical nurse program of education in communication skills, nursing process, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and basic nursing skills; provides appropriate educational opportunities to prepare the graduate to adhere to standards and scope of practice as set forth in the Illinois Nursing Act and American Nursing Association; and creates an environment that encourages lifelong learning and professional development.

Computer Networking – Certificate

Tech touches nearly every type of business. A certificate in Computer Networking can help you prepare to enter this dynamic field.

Welding Technology – AAS Degree

Upon successful completion of the AAS degree, the student will have the opportunity to enter the workforce as a welding technician. The program will prepare graduates for entry into union trades positions including boilermakers, plumbers & pipefitters, structural steel workers, rail car repair and general maintenance, small and medium job shops.

Welding Technology – Certificate

Upon successful completion of the one-year Welding Technology Certificate, the student will have the opportunity to enter the workforce as a welding technician. The program will prepare graduates for entry into union trades positions including boilermakers, plumbers & pipefitters, structural steel workers, rail car repair and general maintenance, small and medium job shops.

Welding – Basic GTAW (TIG) Welding Technology – Certificate

This short-term certificate can be completed in just 16-weeks! The Welding program provides detailed methods of instruction and training in the four most common metal joining methods.

Welding – Basic GMAW (MIG) Welding Technology – Certificate

This short-term certificate can be completed in just 16-weeks! The Welding program provides detailed methods of instruction and training in the four most common metal joining methods.

Welding – Basic SMAW (Stick) Welding Technology – Certificate

This short-term certificate can be completed in just 16-weeks! The Welding program provides detailed methods of instruction and training in the four most common metal joining methods.

Welding – Advanced SMAW (Stick) Welding Technology – Certificate

This short-term certificate can be completed in just 16-weeks! The Welding program provides detailed methods of instruction and training in the four most common metal joining methods.

Mechatronics Engineering Technology – AAS Degree

Mechatronics will provide hands-on experiences for students with real-life exposure to the profession. This program will provide the mechanical structure and hydraulic aspects of a mechatronics system.

Industrial PLC Systems – Certificate

Students who wish to earn this short-term certificate will be working with a programmable logic controller (PLC) or a programmable controller which is an industrial computer that has been ruggedized and adapted for the control of manufacturing processes.