Keep Machines Moving
Master the skills to diagnose, repair and maintain critical industrial equipment.
Industrial mechanics are the backbone of Ohio’s $100 billion+ manufacturing sector. From automotive plants in Toledo to food processing facilities across Northwest Ohio, skilled mechanics maintain the complex machinery that powers our regional economy. Critical industries like steel production, chemical processing and power generation rely on industrial mechanics to prevent costly breakdowns and ensure safe, efficient operations.
As an industrial mechanic, you’ll be the skilled professional who ensures critical operations never stop. With Owens’ Industrial Mechanic Certificate, you’ll master the foundational principles and hands-on technical expertise to diagnose complex problems, perform preventive maintenance and keep sophisticated machinery running at peak performance.
What makes a standout industrial mechanic:
- Mechanical Acumen: Diagnose and repair complex machinery quickly and accurately to keep operations running smoothly
- Technical Prowess: Know the ins and outs of hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, machining and reading mechanical/electrical prints
- Safety-First Mindset: Perform maintenance with precision, following safety protocols while minimizing downtime and maximizing efficiency
Small Classes. Expert Guidance.
Our instructors are experts who take pride in your success. Combined with our small class sizes, you’ll get one-on-one mentorship and precise technical feedback tailored to your goals.
Award Type
Certificate
Department
Department of Skilled Trades
Required Credit Hours
34
Tangible Results
86%
Job placement rate for Owens grads within 2 years of completion
14:1
Student-instructor ratio for personalized mentorship and support
From Blueprints to Breakdowns
Build the foundational knowledge and technical skills to maintain and repair industrial machinery. Start with the essentials—industrial math, mechanical print reading and maintenance electricity.
Next, learn to install and troubleshoot piping systems, hydraulics and pneumatic logic controls. Gain experience with welding fundamentals, machining techniques and mechanical power transmission systems. Customize your skills through electives like conveyor systems, fluid power pumps, advanced machining, arc welding positions or electrical print reading.
Learn in a state-of-the-art training facility, applying classroom theory to real-world industrial equipment. Through extensive lab practice and guided instruction, gain the confidence to diagnose problems and perform critical repairs.
Get to work immediately or continue your education—your certificate credits transfer seamlessly into Owens’ Mechanical Major, AAS program.
State-of-the-Art Training
The Dana Center for Advanced Manufacturing is a sprawling 59,000-square-foot facility with natural lighting and glass walls—perfect for technical and immersive training.
Career Outcomes
By graduation, you’ll be ready for positions critical to industries like automotive, manufacturing and food processing, such as industrial maintenance technician, millwright or machinery repair specialist. With the versatility of your training—spanning hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, machining and more—you’ll have the skills to adapt to a wide range of settings.
These careers offer competitive pay, strong job security and the satisfaction of solving problems while keeping automated factory environments flowing smoothly.
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In Their Words
“Owens is a great place to gain a lot of knowledge and experience for a lifetime.”
Mark Telles, Applied Engineering and Industrial Technologies, ’23
Getting Started at Owens
Begin your high-quality education at an affordable price today!
Enrollment is easy—just fill out an online admissions application to get started. We’ll ask you to submit your transcripts for course placement and college credit.
Upon acceptance, schedule a meeting with your admissions advisor to register for classes. Next, attend an on-campus orientation and meet with your student financial services advisor to discuss ways to pay for college.