Injection Molding Process Technician Certificate

A process technician oversees the operation and maintenance of injection molding machines, making sure products meet quality standards and production targets. MCC's Injection Molding Process Technician Certificate provides the training you need for a career in advanced manufacturing, with a focus on plastic injection molding, equipment setup, and process improvement. You’ll learn both the science behind polymers and the hands-on skills to work with advanced machinery, quality control, and automation.

This certificate helps you start working quickly with specialized skills. The program teaches safety, material handling, mold installation, and machine setup. You’ll also build troubleshooting and communication skills that are important in today’s manufacturing jobs.

Related Stackable MCC Certificates include:
Manufacturing Essentials Certificate > Production Technician Certificate > Injection Molding Process Technician Certificate > Industrial Maintenance Technician Certificate > Automation Technician Certificate building up to the Automation, Robotics, and Mechatronics, AAS

Contact (815) 455-8732 with specific questions about this program.

(in-district) Total Amount: $2,629.5

Credit Hours to Complete: 18

Weeks to Complete: 32


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Total Injection Molding Process Technician Certificate Costs
Cost in-district out-of-district out-of-state international
Tuition $2,187 $7,864.56 $10,024.92 $10,024.92
Additional Costs $442.5 $442.5 $442.5 $442.5
Program Total $2,629.5 $8,307.06 $10,467.42 $10,467.42

What makes MCC's Injection Molding Process Technician Certificate program better than or distinct from similar programs at other institutions?

We don’t just train you to be an operator; we train you to be a specialist. Our program uniquely integrates advanced automation technologies, like robotics and human-machine interfaces (HMIs), into the curriculum. Plus, because we focus on the "why" behind polymer behavior and process optimization, you'll have a level of problem-solving expertise that sets you apart from the average technician.

How will MCC's Injection Molding Process Technician Certificate program prepare me for my career or connect me to opportunities?

This certificate is a fast track to high-demand, high-paying roles such as Process Technician or Injection Molding Specialist. We’ve designed the 18 credits to mirror exactly what local manufacturers are looking for: a mix of safety, technical communication, and the ability to reduce waste through troubleshooting. You’ll walk away with a specialized "tool belt" of skills that connects you directly to the advanced manufacturing hubs in our region.

Where will I put my knowledge into practice?

You won’t just be watching a screen; you’ll be hands-on with the same sophisticated injection molding machinery, robotics, and PLCs used in modern factories. From mold installation and machine configuration to troubleshooting "on the fly," you’ll spend your time in our labs optimizing real production processes and mastering the technical side of polymer science.

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Semesters to complete assumes students are taking a full-time credit load of 12 credits per semester.

Proportion of students completing in normal time is the percentage of completers who earned the credential within the specified time of their first enrollment at the College.

Students attending part-time or changing their program of study are two common reasons why they may not complete in "normal" time.

Tuition and fees are set by the Board of Trustees. Prices for books and supplies are subject to change.

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