Certificate│8 Credits│Fond du Lac Campus
Manufacturing Fundamentals Certificate
A short time investment and you’re on your way to an entry-level position in the manufacturing industry. Gain the hands-on skills you need in Moraine Park Technical College’s Manufacturing Fundamentals certificate.
Gain the skills (and confidence) you need for an entry-level position in the manufacturing industry through Moraine Park’s hands-on Manufacturing Fundamentals certificate. Students get an introduction to manufacturing processes as well as basic training to safely operate machines such as lathes, milling machines and surface grinders.

Program Outcomes
Moraine Park’s Automated Manufacturing Technician program provides students an introduction to manufacturing processes. Students learn how to read, visualize and interpret industrial blueprints, and practice using basic measuring equipment such as scales, micrometers, dial calipers and gage blocks.
The courses in this certificate can be directly transferred into Moraine Park’s Automated Manufacturing Technician technical diploma and Quality and Advanced Manufacturing Technology associate degree.
The Manufacturing Fundamentals Certificate prepares you to work as a production worker or entry-level quality person in a manufacturing environment. With additional experience and/or education, you could find yourself in one of many manufacturing-related careers, such as:
- Production Assembler
- Team Assembler
- Assembly Operator
Moraine Park’s admissions starts with the online application. The admissions steps and financial aid process can take 4-5 weeks for some programs, so plan ahead.
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If you have any questions or need help with the process, please contact us at admissions@morainepark.edu OR 920-924-3200, TTY/VP:Use Relay VRS.
Several factors influence the total cost of your degree, including enrollment fees, the number of credits required, textbooks and equipment. Financial aid can assist with those costs.
The following estimated costs for completing this degree are based on the 2023-24 academic year and are subject to change. For further details, please visit the estimated cost of attendance page.
$1,429.60
Current tuition and fees
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Textbooks*
*Based on new books, rental, electronic, and used options may be available.
High school dual credit provides high school students the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school, without leaving their high school classroom. The courses are taught by certified high school instructors using technical college curriculum, grading policies and textbooks.
Has previous life experience already helped you build knowledge and skills applicable to your studies? Applying previously earned credits to a program of study can save you both time spent in the classroom and money spent on tuition and fees.
Transferring here is easy! You can transfer in prior college work by submitting official college transcripts or get a free transcript review.
Financial Aid is provided to aid eligible associate degree and technical diploma programs with 28 credits or more. Processing can take 6-8 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received.
Financial Aid is available for associate degree and technical diploma programs (those that are 2 semesters in length and typically with 28 credits or more). Processing can take 4-5 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received. Visit the Financial Aid page to learn more.
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