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Industrial Mechanic/Millwright

This program was previously offered by the Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology (MITT) and will now be delivered by RRC Polytech starting in the Fall 2026 term. If you have already applied to this program through the MITT application portal for Fall 2026, you do not need to reapply to RRC Polytech.

Build and maintain the systems that power industry.

Develop hands-on skills in machinery, maintenance and precision tools for a high-demand trades career.

The Industrial Mechanic/Millwright program prepares you for a hands-on career working with complex machinery in manufacturing, production and industrial environments.

Through practical training, you’ll develop skills in installation, maintenance and repair while working with precision tools and equipment. You’ll learn how to read technical drawings, take accurate measurements and troubleshoot mechanical systems.

By the end of the program, you’ll be ready to step into the skilled trades with confidence, equipped with practical knowledge that supports safe and efficient operations.

  • Program Type
    Full-time
  • Credential
    Certificate
  • Program Delivery
    In-person
  • In-person Location
    South Winnipeg Campus
  • Intakes
    Fall and Winter
  • Program Length
    1 year
  • How to Enrol
    Application required
  • Application Type
    General entry
  • Work-Integrated Learning
    Gain hands-on experience with real work opportunities

Experience a Polytechnic Education

Full-time Delivery: Something New Every Term

Build your skills step by step through hands-on training, developing core mechanical knowledge before advancing into machining, systems and real-world application.

TERM 1

Develop foundational skills in safety, tools, measurement and technical drawings while building core knowledge in machining and welding techniques.

TERM 2

Advance into equipment alignment, system maintenance and integrated mechanical skills while applying your knowledge in a work practicum.

Employment Potential

Prepare yourself for career success

Potential Grad CAREERS

  • Industrial mechanic
  • Millwright
  • Equipment operator
  • Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) welder
  • Internal combustion specialist
  • Gas turbine engine specialist
  • Hydraulic specialist
  • Machining equipment specialist
  • Compressor maintenance technician
  • Pump maintenance technician
  • Parts sales representative

AFFILIATIONS, ACCREDITATIONS and Partnerships

What to Expect in This Program

Get Prepared for the Future of Work

Excel with practical learning and experienced instructors, all focused on your success. With an employer-driven education, you won’t just be ready for a career – you’ll be prepared to stay in front of what’s ahead.

A female millwright student wearing a yellow hard hat, safety glasses, and high-visibility vest operates industrial machinery in a manufacturing facility.
Learn essential skills in machinery installation, maintenance and repair, including welding, hydraulics, pneumatics and blueprint reading.
A senior millwright instructor in navy coveralls supervises two apprentices as they examine a metal tube bending machine on the shop floor.
Hands-on learning in fully equipped workshops with industry-standard tools and equipment.
A male millwright in navy coveralls peers intently at the components of a lathe machine in an industrial workshop.
Pathway to in-demand trades careers, such as millwright apprentice, maintenance technician, and industrial machinery mechanic.
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Develop skills in safe work practices, precision measurement and preventative maintenance to meet industry standards.

Graduate Success

Graduate with the skills to install, maintain and repair industrial machinery with precision and confidence. You’ll be prepared to work with tools, interpret technical information and support safe, efficient operations across a range of industries.

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Master the tools of the trade

Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment, from lathes and milling machines to welding and hydraulic systems. You’ll build the technical expertise needed to install, maintain and repair complex machinery.

Turn precision into performance

Learn to read blueprints, take accurate measurements and troubleshoot mechanical systems with confidence. Our industry-driven training prepares you to keep operations running safely and efficiently across a range of settings.

A female student in a hoodie and safety glasses works at a workshop bench examining small metal components and tools, with another student and heavy machinery visible in the background of a large industrial shop.
Two male students in safety glasses face each other in conversation beside a workbench in an industrial millwright lab, with instructional posters and yellow safety equipment visible on the wall behind them.

Launch your career in the skilled trades

Graduate with recognized apprenticeship credit and real-world experience through a practicum placement. You’ll be ready to step into in-demand roles and grow your career in industrial mechanics and millwrighting.

“My experience at RRC Polytech really was a catalyst for my success today in so many ways. It was honestly one of the best times of my life – both fun and challenging and prepared me for where I am today.”

Amanda Buhse – Founder and CEO
Coal and Canary

Who Should Enrol?

Turn your talents into academic success

This program is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with machinery, solving practical problems and building things with their hands. If you’re interested in the skilled trades and want to develop technical skills in a hands-on environment, you’ll be well suited to this field.

Students that excel in this program often share these interests, skills and personality traits.

PERSONALITY TRAITS

  • Practical
  • Detail-oriented
  • Technical thinker
  • Logical thinker
  • Results-oriented

SKILLS

  • Troubleshooting
  • Problem solving
  • Mathematics
  • Time management
  • Dependability

INTERESTS

  • Industrial machinery
  • Mechanical systems
  • Manufacturing
  • Maintenance and repair
  • Welding
  • Machining
  • Precision measurement
  • Hydraulics
  • Pneumatics
  • Industrial safety

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Ensure signup goes smoothly and understand program requirements before registering. Review required documents and procedures to make sure you’re prepared to enter this program.

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LOCATION, DATES AND FEES

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SCHOLARSHIPS

Celebrate and motivate your learning. Whether you’ve sprinted through the first term or just received your acceptance letter, find a variety of bursaries, scholarships and awards.

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OTHER INFORMATION

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DATES AND FEES

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LIST OF COURSES

Plan out your preferred learning journey. Review a summary of this program’s courses to discover what you’ll learn and how an RRC Polytech education will help your career.

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Ensure signup goes smoothly and understand program requirements before registering. Review required documents and procedures to make sure you’re prepared to enter this program.

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OTHER INFORMATION

Explore our Catalogue for more detailed information, including a program outline, course descriptions and everything you’ll need to plan and prepare for your future success.

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Your future is within reach, and we’re here to help you achieve it. Experience industry-focused opportunities available at RRC Polytech and develop the knowledge and skills to grow, lead and excel in your future career.

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Funding Your Education

Support yourself while pursuing your RRC Polytech education. You may be eligible for loans, grants and scholarships to help tackle your financial needs.

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininwak, Dakota Oyate, and Denésuline, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.