Manufacturing and Trades Technology Programs at Lamar Institute of Technology
Manufacturing and Trades Technology (MATT) equips students with the hands-on skills, technical expertise, and real-world experience needed to launch successful careers in today’s high-demand manufacturing and skilled trades industries.

Hands-on experience opens the door to fast-growing fields.
As a MATT student, you’ll train under seasoned professionals in state-of-the-art facilities designed to replicate real-world work environments. Whether you are interested in structural or pipe welding, mastering the art of metal fabrication, or the precision work of a pipefitter or millwright in our Industrial Mechanics Technology program, you’ll gain the advanced skills employers want most from industry experts. Our HVAC, Advanced Engine Repair, Plumbing, Electrical, and Automotive programs deliver top-tier, customer-focused training in trades that remain essential—and always in demand.
Degrees & Certificates
Lamar Institute of Technology has more than 50 degree and certificate programs including healthcare, energy, technology, and public safety.
See the course syllabi for courses in these programs to learn more about what to expect from your learning experience here at LIT.
Learn about tuition and fees for these programs at LIT, and explore financial aid funding options to help you through.
Meet our experienced faculty and staff who you will learn from as you work towards completing your program here at LIT.