Study at the Advanced Technology Center
A modern center for all things manufacturing
7735 Grand Ave.
Gurnee, IL 60031
(847) 543-2020
Gain skills to drive American manufacturing into the future. This is where Lake County connects with technology and manufacturing 5.0.
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See the Advanced Technology Center for yourself! Future students and community members are welcome.
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ATC news
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Made in Lake County: CLC celebrates manufacturing
October is Manufacturing Month, a time to celebrate one of Lake County’s most important industries. -
Skilled trades training at CLC: Find your career path
Work with your hands and solve real problems. Train for the skills employers need close to home in Grayslake, Waukegan and Gurnee, IL. Earn a short-term career certificate or two-year associate degree in 9 different skilled trades. Earn while you learn as an apprentice. -
CLC-manufacturing partnerships at work
Todd Ludlow is a CLC alum and president of Ludlow Manufacturing. By partnering with the CLC Manufacturing Alliance and Advanced Technology Center, he helps prepare students for high-demand, high-pay jobs while developing his company's talent pipeline. -
CLC selected for year seven of Metallica Scholars Initiative
CLC was awarded a grant by the Metallica Scholars Initiative for the 7th time.
Building the talent pipeline
- 570+ students enrolled and completed industrial technology credentials, welding credentials and apprenticeships last academic year, a 42% increase since opening
- 3,300 visitors and event participants gathered at the ATC last year
Source: CLC Community Impact Report 2025
Directions to ATC
The ATC is located central to Lake County with easy access to I-94 and PACE bus routes.
Map of ATC
Where to park at ATC
We have designated parking areas on campus for use by students, faculty, staff and visitors. CLC parking lots are idle-free zones. Please abide by the parking rules and regulations established by the College of Lake County Police Department.