Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Maintenance

The Industrial Maintenance Program prepares a student for an exciting entry-level career as an industrial mechanic in manufacturing, mining, construction, and the service industry. The student receives technical training in mechanical operations, fluid power, machine tool operation, preventive/ predictive maintenance, electrical theory, welding processes, pumps, rigging, pipe fitting and shaft alignment.

Upon successful completion of the program the student will have the necessary skills to start a career, plus the will have the proper credentials. Not only will they have an AAS in Industrial Maintenance, but they can also earn 5 levels of NCCER national certifications. These credentials are used by industry to accreditate workers nationally and worldwide. A graduate with these credentials can work in all locations that use machinery to produce a productor service including steel or paper mills, mining operations, refineries, power plants, schools, food processing plants, automotive plants, manufacturing, recycling plants, and any other industry that manufactures, mines, or makes a product or service.

Steps to Apply

1. GBC Application for Admission. Must be completed to receive GBC Student ID number.
2. GBC CTE/MTC Scholarship Application page. Application deadline for the MTC Scholarship is March 15.

Additional Web Resources

• Request Information
• GBC also offers a Certificate of Achievement in Industrial Maintenance
• The MTC Scholarship may help finance this program for you
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• Job Opportunities
• Industrial Maintenance Program Information Video

For More Information Contact

Thomas Bruns
Phone: 775-340-4758
Email: thomas.bruns@gbcnv.edu

Norm Whittaker
Phone: 775-327-2277
Email: norm.whittaker@gbcnv.edu

Jessica Johnson
Phone: 775-327-5883
Email: jessica.johnson@gbcnv.edu

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Why Great Basin College

Great Basin College offers associate and baccalaureate level education in academic, career and technical fields. Welcoming students from all corners of the country, both online and at our various campuses and centers, GBC's presence extends across two time zones and spans more than 86,000 square miles throughout Nevada. A leader in rural higher education, GBC takes pride in developing students who are well-prepared to meet the demands of industry and who contribute to the success and prosperity of the local economy.