Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment
Department
Department of Computer Science and Industrial Technology
College
College of Science and Technology
Overview of the program
The Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment degree program is designed to enable graduates to enter business and industry as safety, industrial hygiene and environmental professionals. The occupational safety, health and environment degree program has recently been accepted for accreditation for a four-year degree. Because of this, students have access to the most technologically advanced equipment in the state.
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
- Hazard recognition
- Inspections/audits
- Fire protection
- Regulatory compliance
- Health hazard control
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)
How do I know this is the degree for me?
Common Strengths and interests of students in the program
A degree in occupational health, safety and environment is right for you if you are interested in doing things in the safest way or you are interested in teaching others safety.
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: skoppenol@selu.edu
