Thank you for inquiring about the Industrial Systems & Engineering Technology programs at Texas State Technical College Waco. It is an exciting, dynamic and diversified technology including Facilities Engineering & Management Technology, Industrial Systems Technology, and Plumbing & Pipefitting.

Facilities Engineering & Management Technology Specialization is a six semester Associate of Applied Science degree plan. The program is designed to prepare you to operate and maintain all the mechanical and electrical systems within industrial, commercial and healthcare facilities; supervise and manage the activities of maintenance personnel; and work with architects, engineers, inspectors and contractors on facilities designs and modifications.

Industrial Systems Technology Specialization is also a six-semester Associate of Applied Science Degree program. Graduates may find employment in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, chemical plants and refineries working on large pumps, valves, motors, steam turbines, air compressors, hydraulic presses and pneumatic equipment. A three-semester certificate program is also available for students who would like a quicker means of entering the industrial maintenance work force. This certificate program offers the basic mechanical and millwright skills, along with electrical, refrigeration and welding skills.

Plumbing & Pipefitting Program Specialization is a three- semester certificate program that focuses on building the extensive skill base needed to install and service the vast variety of plumbing and heating equipment needs of almost every business in operation today. Employment opportunities for plumbing and pipefitting technicians exist in virtually every industry throughout Texas and the United States .

Again, I thank you for inquiring about these exciting programs, and I invite you to come by and visit. I will be glad to give you a tour of our facilities.

Sincerely,

Steve G. Arocha
Department Chair