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Academic Advising & Student Success

Academic advisors assist students with developing education plans based on their graduation audit. Their goal is to plan the right pathway to graduation by maximizing students' potential and ensuring success based on the student's previous academic experience, career path, and responsibilities outside of being a student. Student success specialists assist students in overcoming barriers that many students encounter over their academic career. Their goal is to help students become academically successful by assisting with goal setting, interpersonal issues, success plans, and community-based referrals. More information can be found on Commons (Student Services).

Library & Academic Support

The one-stop spot for academic help! Free academic help including drop-in tutoring, test preparation, research guidance, and technology support available online and face-to-face. More information is available in Commons.

Technology Requirements

Students should have access to a computer/device with reliable internet at home/off-campus. 

Associate Degree and Technical Diploma Programs

Courses in the Mechanical Maintenance program can be transferred directly into either the Associate Degree or Technical Diploma Mechatronics program. A graduate of the Mechanical Maintenance Diploma can transfer their credits and complete the two-year Associate Degree or one-year Technical Diploma with additional coursework.

Additional Certifications

Highly recommended all students join AFE – Association of Facilities Engineers as Chapter 66 is very active in Eau Claire, great tours and great networking opportunities. Visit: afe.org. Students may also find external certifications via IFPS – International Fluid Power Society, more information at ifps.org. Costs associated with membership are the responsibility of the student.

Class Times

• The 'AM' section hours are 8 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday.
• The 'Afternoon' section hours are noon to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday, noon to 3p.m. Friday
• The 'Evening/Night' section hours are 4 to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

All semesters, regardless of start date, are 16 weeks.

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)

CPL offers CVTC students an opportunity to earn college credit toward an associate degree or technical diploma for previous knowledge and mastered skills directly related to program curriculum. Previous knowledge and skills may be the result of work or volunteer experiences, certifications, apprenticeships, military experience, and courses completed at other institutions. If a student wishes to attempt CPL for a course in progress, it is imperative that CPL is attempted within the first week of the class to be eligible for a tuition refund. More information can be found at cvtc.edu/CPL.

Financial Aid

This program does not qualify for financial aid.

Students with Disabilities

CVTC welcomes individuals with disabilities. We will provide and coordinate reasonable accommodations for all individuals with documented disabilities. Students that might benefit from accommodations during their college experience at CVTC can contact the Student Success and Accessibility team at 715-833-6234 or  access@cvtc.edu to determine what accommodations they may be eligible for and what documentation may be required.

Title IX Pregnancy and Related Conditions

CVTC does not discriminate against any student based on pregnancy or related conditions and will fully comply with Title IX regulations. Related conditions include, but are not limited to, childbirth, breastfeeding/pumping, miscarriage, abortion, false pregnancy, and recovery from these or related conditions. Students who are pregnant or are experiencing related conditions are entitled to reasonable modifications to ensure equal access to CVTC's education program and activities. Any student seeking reasonable modifications must contact the Student Success and Accessibility team at 715-833-96234 or acess@cvtc.edu to discuss appropriate and available modifications based on their individual needs. Students are encouraged to request pregnancy-related modifications as promptly as possible. 

Last Updated: March 18, 2026 @ 10:08 a.m.