Advanced Manufacturing

Gain specialized skills and knowledge to pursue well-paying manufacturing jobs. Our fast-track hands-on industrial automation and CNC machining programs prepare you for a variety of industry certifications and employment with family-sustaining wages.

Call 772-462-7042

Email awrobel@irsc.edu

MANUFACTURING AT THE RIVER IS A GREAT CHOICE BECAUSE…

Florida is ranked among the top 10 states in the nation for manufacturing jobs
We prepare students for professional certifications in high-demand areas like industrial automation and CNC machining
We enjoy a strong partnership with the local manufacturers

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

Industrial Electrical and Mechanical Systems

This 16-week non-degree course prepares students for careers in automated high-tech production, manufacturing, and distribution fields. It introduces critical aspects of theory, repair, and maintenance of electrical and mechanical components integrated into larger automated systems.

This is the first essential course to kick off your career in automated manufacturing and production.

Topics include maintenance operations, electronics theory, and circuits, basics of mechanical and electrical components, motors and drives, and industry safety.

Upon completion of this program, students will be awarded a certificate of completion from the Indian River State College School of Continuing Education and have an opportunity to earn the following industry credentials, resulting in Smart Automation Certification Alliance “Electrical Systems Specialist” certification:

OSHA 10, General Industry
ETA, Certified Electronics Technician
SACA, C-101 Associate-Basic
SACA, C-201 Electrical Systems
SACA, C-202 Electric Motor Control Systems 1
SACA, C-204 Motor Control Troubleshooting 1
SACA, C-206 Electrical System Installation 1
SACA. C-210 Mechanical Power

Students might be eligible to earn credits toward an A.S. Degree in Industry Management and Supervision and an A.S. Electronics Engineering Technology.

Local Manufacturing Partners

We maintain strong partnerships with local manufacturers, offering students direct pathways to employment. These connections open doors to job opportunities with respected companies such as FedEx Ground, Niagara Bottling, Walmart Distribution, and others.

Tuition Funding Opportunities

Students may be eligible for financial assistance through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), administered by the Career Source Research Coast.

Upcoming course: August 20th to December 10th, 2025 | Monday & Wednesdays | 5:00pm – 10:00pm

How to Apply & Next Steps

How to Apply & Next Steps:
There are no prerequisites for this program. You can register and make your payment for this course online:

Step 1: Pre-Register

After you’ve pre-registered, our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

Step 2: Make a Payment

Course Information

The course tuition is $3,500. There are no prerequisites.

Location

IRSC Massey Campus
3209 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce
Eastman Advanced Workforce Development Complex, O101

Once You Complete the Course

This course is an entry point to careers as an industrial maintenance technician, electro-mechanical systems technician, automation technician, mechatronics technician, maintenance mechanic, industrial mechanic, and more. You will be able to work across a spectrum of industries to maintain, troubleshoot, and fix industrial automated systems and their applications. These include automated distribution and supply chain, food processing, information technology and data centers, automotive, aircraft and boat manufacturing, healthcare and biotechnology, pharmaceutical manufacturing, agriculture, aerospace, and defense. To advance your training, consider taking the second course, “Fluid Power Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers”.

To learn more about this program, contact Alex Wrobel, Coordinator: Advanced Manufacturing Hub, awrobel@irsc.edu or 772-462-7042.

Fluid Power and Programmable Logic Controllers

This 16-week non-degree course will prepare students for careers in automated high-tech production, manufacturing, and distribution. It introduces critical aspects of pneumatic and hydraulic power systems. It also covers programmable logic controller operation and troubleshooting. This specialized training program is designed to meet the demands of modern manufacturing and production industries, where automation technologies play a pivotal role in increasing efficiency, reducing human error, and enhancing overall productivity. This course is the second in a series of three courses in automated manufacturing.

Topics include industry safety, pneumatic and hydraulic power systems, circuits, valves, PLC operations, programming, and troubleshooting.

Upon completion of this program, students will be awarded a completion certificate from Indian River State College School of Continuing Education and have an opportunity to earn the following industry credentials, resulting in Smart Automation Certification Alliance “Control Systems Specialist” certification:

• OSHA 10, General Industry
• SACA, C-203 Variable Frequency Drive Systems 1
• SACA, C-205 Sensor Logic Systems 1
• SACA, C-207 Programmable Controller Systems 1
• SACA, C-208 Programmable Controller Troubleshooting 1
• SACA, C-209 Pneumatic Systems 1
• SACA, C-211 Total Productive Maintenance
• SACA, C-255 Hydraulic Systems 1

Students might be eligible to earn credits toward an A.S. Degree in Industry Management and Supervision and an A.S. Electronics Engineering Technology.

Local Manufacturing Partners

Tuition Funding Opportunities

Students may be eligible for financial assistance through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), administered by the Career Source Research Coast.

Upcoming course: August 21st to December 9th, 2025 | Tuesday & Thursdays | 5:00pm – 10:00pm

How to Apply & Next Steps

Step 1: Pre-Register

After you’ve pre-registered, our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

Step 2: Make a Payment

Course Information

The course tuition is $3,500. The pre-requisite is Industrial Electrical and Mechanical Systems.

Location

IRSC Massey Campus
3209 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce
Eastman Advanced Workforce Development Complex, O117

Once You Complete the Course

This course will help advance in careers as an industrial maintenance technician, electro-mechanical systems technician, automation technician, and mechatronics technician. You will be able to work across a spectrum of industries to maintain, troubleshoot, and fix various automated systems. These industries include automated distribution and supply chain, food processing, information technology and data centers, automotive, aircraft and boat manufacturing, healthcare and biotechnology, pharmaceutical manufacturing, agriculture, aerospace, and defense.

To learn more about this program, contact Alex Wrobel, Coordinator: Advanced Manufacturing Hub, awrobel@irsc.edu or 772-462-7042.

Mechatronics Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship emphasizes practical skills and combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction. This creates a pathway to a skilled career, easing the transition from education to employment.

The one-year apprenticeship in Mechatronics (Industrial maintenance and Automation) at Indian River State College is a structured, hands-on training program combining mechanical, electronics, and programming elements to prepare individuals for advanced manufacturing, automation, and robotics careers. Mechatronics apprenticeships offer a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, making it an ideal pathway for those looking to excel in the field of modern industrial systems.

Topics include:

Industrial Safety, Electronics Theory, DC & AC Circuits, Basics of Electrical & Mechanical Components, Motors, and Drives
Pneumatic and Hydraulic Power Systems, Circuits, Valves
PLC Operations, Programming, Troubleshooting

After completing this program, students will be well-prepared to take the following Smart Automation Certification Alliance industry certification exams:

OSHA-10, General Industry
SACA, C-101 Associate-Basic Operations
SACA, C-201 Electrical Systems
SACA, C-202 Electric Motor Control Systems 1
SACA, C-203 Variable Frequency Drives 1 (please add)
SACA, C-204 Motor Control Troubleshooting 1
SACA, C-206 Electrical System Installation 1
SACA, C-210 Mechanical Power Systems 1
SACA, C-211 Total Productive Maintenance
SACA, C-209 Pneumatic Systems 1
SACA, C-255 Hydraulic Systems 1
SACA, C-205 Sensor Logic Systems 1
SACA, C-207 Programmable Controller Systems 1
SACA, C-208 Programmable Controller Troubleshooting 1

Upcoming Course

August 20^th, 2025 | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Course Information

Tuition: $0
Fee for Sponsoring Company: $400 per apprentice

Location

IRSC Massey Campus
3209 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce
Eastman Advanced Workforce Development Complex, O101

To register and learn more about this program, contact:

Michael Hidalgo
Apprenticeship Manager
772-462-7390
apprenticeship@irsc.edu

Alex Wrobel
Advanced Manufacturing Coordinator
772-462-7042
awrobel@irsc.edu

America’s Cutting Edge (ACE) CNC Bootcamp

Whether you’re searching for your first job, seeking additional training, or determining your next step after military service, ACE is helping prepare new and experienced workers for top manufacturing facilities across the country.

Through ACE, participants receive online instruction and hands-on, in-person training that supports a new career path or advancement in the machine tool industry. No prior experience or education in the field is required to enroll in the ACE computer numerical control (CNC) machining training program.

With 30,000 machining companies and a multitude of job vacancies, the American manufacturing industry is booming. Whether you’re starting out, transitioning from the military, or seeking fresh prospects, ACE is here to guide you.

The hands-on machining camps are one class a week for 5 weeks.

The online training consists of 5 modules and should take 6-10 hours to complete. The online program is self-paced training and covers introduction to machining, machining costs, computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), and more.

The in-person training will consist of 5 full days, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm, once a week, for 5-week sessions. During the hands-on portion of the camp, you will fabricate and assemble a functioning oscillating piston air engine. To attend the in-person camp, please register for and complete the free online course.

Curious what the bootcamp really looks like? Watch this video– real students, real skills, real transformation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMuQwOlR8_Y

The CNC camps at Indian River State College are supported by America’s Cutting Edge (ACE) program. The program is free for all attendees and covers all tools, materials, supplies, snacks, lunch, and a T-shirt! Upon successful completion of the bootcamp, participants will be celebrated and awarded a certificate. ACE is supported by the U.S. Department of Defense’s Office of Innovation Capability and Modernization through its Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) Program. ACE brings together the scientific expertise of the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), advanced training tools and techniques developed at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK), and the workforce development leadership of IACMI—The Composites Institute.

To learn more about this program, contact Alex Wrobel, Coordinator: Advanced Manufacturing Hub, awrobel@irsc.edu or 772-462-7042.

Bootcamp schedule in 2025:

Next session: August 29, Sept 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025

Precision Machining

Precision Machining is a 16-week accelerated non-degree course designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills required for manual machining and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) operation. This course provides a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience, making it ideal for those looking to develop expertise and gain employment in precision manufacturing processes quickly.

Topics include an introduction to machining, industrial safety, shop math, measurements, metrology, tooling, blueprint reading, inspection, manual milling, turning, and CNC.

Once You Complete the Course

This course is an entry point to careers as a machinist, machine operator, CNC operator, metal fabricator, and others. You will be able to work across a spectrum of manufacturers that provide services to aviation, aerospace, defense, entertainment, automotive, and other industries.

See how CNC precision machining is shaping the future—watch the video to step inside our labs at The River where skill meets innovation! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Psqalr2Rq8I

Local Manufacturing Partners

We maintain strong partnerships with local manufacturers, offering students direct pathways to employment. These connections open doors to job opportunities with respected companies such as Daher, Pursuit Aerospace, Pace Machining, Piper Aircraft, and others.

Course Dates

The course dates are August 18 – December 10, 2025, 5:00 – 9:00 pm.
Monday| Tuesday | Wednesday

Step 1: Pre-Register

After you’ve pre-registered, our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

Step 2: Make a Payment

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