Daley College: Workforce Equity Initiative Grant (WEI) - City Colleges of Chicago: Apply Now

Technology Works at Daley College

Part of the Workforce Equity Initiative Grant (WEI) at City Colleges of Chicago

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Technology Works at Richard J. Daley College prepares eligible students for careers in advanced manufacturing by providing them with access to hands-on training and related support services, including tuition, books, and supplies. Students will gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in high-demand occupations, such as CNC machining, welding, and factory automation/industrial maintenance.

Eligible Programs

Credit Programs:

Manufacturing Technology Basic Certificate (4 classes – can be completed in one semester)
- Learn about blueprint reading, measurement, electricity, fluid power, computer-aided drafting, and robotics. Class ID numbers are Manufacturing 105, 106, 107 and 108.
CNC Technology Basic Certificate (The 4 classes above + 3 more classes – can be completed in two semesters)
- In addition to the above courses, the student must take these additional classes: 109 – Manual Machining, 110 – CNC Machining and 153 – Welding.
Continue to Advanced Certificates and beyond with access to scholarships and college student support services.

Non-Credit Programming: (can be completed in less than one semester)

Students will participate in non-credit classes to freshen-up skills in Math, Writing, and Computers. Students will be introduced to safety and work ethics for industrial employees as well as learn from industrial employers in the area. For someone thinking about transitioning to a career in manufacturing, this is an opportunity to tune up your skills, learn about the field and the possibilities for a career in manufacturing and continue your training through our credit programs in Manufacturing, Engineering, Technology.

NOTE: Students must reapply for Technology Works each semester.

Learn How Technology Works for You:

Support services such as resume and job placement assistance, counseling, tutoring, and advising are available to all students.
Students will be able to borrow a laptop if needed.
Students will have the chance to earn industry-recognized certificates from organizations such as Lincoln Electric (NC3), Starrett (NC3), Snap-On (NC3), National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS), Amatrol, and the Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA), depending on their selected program.
Students will be able to apply for scholarships to pay for these programs.
Students will have the opportunity to apply for short-term paid internships

How to Apply:

Please note that our Technology Works programs require a high school diploma or GED. For students without these credentials, Daley College offers free courses to earn your GED.

Get Started

Step 1: Fill out the Technology Works interest form.

In addition to completing your CCC application, you must fill out the scholarship interest form on this page. Once submitted, a Daley College Technology Works representative will contact you to confirm your application status, schedule an information session, and provide information about class registration.
Step 2: Apply to Daley College.

Click here to start your application to become a degree-seeking student at City Colleges. Make sure to note that you plan to attend Daley College.
Step 3: Complete your math and English placement exams.

For students who require remedial math or English classes determined by placement testing, this scholarship can also pay the tuition for those classes. Classes may be offered at the Daley College Main Campus (75^th St. and Pulaski Rd.) or at our Satellite Campus – Arturo Velasquez Institute (AVI) (28^th St. and Western Ave.).

Interest Form

Connect with a Daley College representative to receive more information today.

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