Industrial Technology, AS

Program Description

The Associate of Science Degree in Industrial Technology is a transfer program. It prepares completers to go directly to work in the technology field or to continue toward a baccalaureate degree in industrial technology or a related field. The program is designed to transfer without a loss of credit to the Industrial Technology program at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Areas of study include computer graphics, simulation, and modeling; business organization and management; and problem solving.

Program Goals

• To enable students to acquire the general education competencies expected of an associate of science degree graduate
• To provide the necessary foundation coursework for students seeking to continue their education in the baccalaureate degree program in industrial technology at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and other senior institutions
• To provide the necessary theory and skills for graduates to work effectively in an industrial setting

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing the Associate of Science Degree in Industrial Technology will be able to do the following:

• Apply technology concepts to business and industry
• Function as a team member in business and industry settings
• Design technology solutions to improve performance of industrial processes
• Construct, test and modify devices for manufacturing and industrial uses
• Apply critical thinking and independent decision making