Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology
Department
Department of Computer Science and Industrial Technology
College
College of Science and Technology
Overview of the program
Industrial technology is a profession that requires education and experience to understand and apply technological and managerial sciences to industry. Students in the industrial technology degree program must choose from one of the industrial technology concentrations and must complete 33 or more hours of industrial technology course work as specified in the curriculum, 15 or more hours of industrial technology concentration course work as specified in the curriculum, and an additional six hours of industrial technology electives. The remainder of the courses are required to meet the University general education requirements.
Each industrial technology concentration requires a total of 121-122 semester hours.
Concentrations
- Automated Systems
- Drafting Design
- Internship
- Supervision
Strengths of the program
Southeastern's industrial technology (IT)program is accredited by the National Association of Industrial Technology (NAIT). The IT program is a management-oriented technical curriculum built upon a balanced program of studies drawn from a variety of disciplines related to manufacturing technology. Included are:
- A sound knowledge and understanding of materials and production processes;
- Principles of distribution and concepts of industrial management and human relations;
- Experiences in communication skills, humanities, and social sciences; and
- A proficiency level in the physical sciences, mathematics, design, and technical expertise to permit the graduate to resolve technical-managerial and manufacturing production problems.
Preparing for a job in the program
The industrial technology graduate is a professional industrial technologist with a broad technical and managerial background. Typically included in this background are a functional knowledge and understanding of materials and production processes; industrial management and human relations; communication skills, the physical sciences, mathematics, and current technical skills to enable the graduate to effectively meet technical, managerial, and industrial requirements.
Careers in the program
A major in industrial technology prepares students for work in the following types of organizations:
- Manufacturing industries
- Engineering firms
- Industrial design consulting firms
- Construction companies
- Chemical and refining industry
- Industrial sales companies
- Government agencies
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Hospitals
- Retail organizations
- Public utility companies
Starting Salaries after completing the program (estimates only)
$25,000 to $50,000
Campus organizations and activities affiliated with the program
- American Welding Society
- American Design Drafting Association
- National Association of Industrial Technology
- American Society of Safety Engineers
- Epsilon Pi Tau (honorary for technology)
Related fields that might interest you
- Industrial designer
- Drafter
- Technician
- Project supervisor or manager
- Site supervisor
- Cost estimator
- Sales representative
- Safety supervisor
- Quality assurance technician
- Quality control technician
- Operator
- Operations manager
- Safety coordinator
- Production manager
- Industrial automated systems
How do I know this is the degree for me?
Common Strengths and interests of students in the program
If you have an interest in communication skills, humanities, social sciences, and a proficiency level in the physical sciences, mathematics, design, and technical skills, then a degree in Industrial Technology may be the best choice for you.
Notable Alumni
- Troy Allen, Shaw Group
- Cyndi Glascock, Gainey's Concrete Products
- Tammy Gregory, Southland Steele
Contact Information
Department of Computer Science and Industrial Technology
College of Science and Technology
SLU 10847
Hammond, LA 70402
On Campus: Anzalone Hall, Room 110-1
Telephone: 985-549-2189
E-mail: Golda.Barrilleaux@selu.edu
