• Introduction to Industrial Technology $300 (book included)
• Industrial Technician Certification $4910
• Industrial Troubleshooting Certification $4200
• PLC Certification $3775
• *All books will be provided to students on the first class day. Students will be required to purchase reinforced steel toe shoes and protective eye wear.

Courses are offered in two formats: day classes and evening/weekend classes. Completion time is determined by which format the student chooses. Students interested in completing all three certifications can accomplish this in 5 months with the day classes and 9 months with the evening/weekend schedule. See below for a detailed timeline of each certification.

• Introduction to Industrial Technology is 40 hours. Day - 1 week. Evening - 2 weeks.
• Industrial Technician is 296 hours. Day - 2 month. Evening/Weekend - 4 months.
• Industrial Troubleshooting is 240 hours. Day - 2 months. Evening/Weekend - 3 months.
• Programmable Logic Controllers is 216 hours. Day - 1 month. Evening/Weekend - 2 months.

 Tuition assistance is available for eligible individuals who wish to enroll in Continuing Education courses. The Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG) may be used for reimbursable course tuition only and there is NO reimbursement for pre-paid tuition bills. Financial aid will be awarded between 75-100% of the course tuition. The standard Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed a minimum of eight (8) weeks prior to registering for the class. In order to be eligible for financial aid, the free application provided by FAFSA must be completed and submitted. When the Student Aid Report (SAR) is received, you must complete an application for the TPEG upon registering for the class. Awards will be based on determined eligibility and available state funding. Forms are available in the Student Financial Services Office in the Palomino Center.

Hazlewood Act Assistance for Texas Veterans

You may qualify for tuition assistance as a result of military service if you entered the service from Texas and served honorably for at least 180 days. Complete the standard Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); provide a copy of your DD214, and a letter indicating you are not eligible for VA education assistance. Contact the Financial Aid Office 210-921-5317 for further information.

• GI bill benefits www.gibill.va.gov
• College Access Loans www.hhloan.com
• TERI Education Loan www.teri.org
• Texas Workforce Commission/WIA www.twc.state.tx.us
• Sallie Mae continuing education loan www.salliemae.com
• Financial Aid www.fasfa.com
• Contact your banking institution for education loans or financial assistance.