If you’re seeking an online bachelor’s degree in industrial technology, you’ll find options such as Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology and Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences in Industrial Technology. Unless you understand the differences between these similarly named online programs, how can you decide which one might be best for you? The University of Texas Permian Basin offers both programs and, for the majority of this discussion, we’ll focus on what our own programs have to offer.  

Program Differences Explained  

The qualities that differentiate these online programs from one another can be divided into several categories. Let’s examine what these degrees look like in the wider education world before exploring UT Permian Basin’s features and benefits. 

The Current Industrial Technology Degree Landscape and UTPB 

Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences in Industrial Technology programs are generally aimed at preparing you for specialized roles and career paths within the industrial technology industry. With an applied focus, this degree is particularly well-suited for anyone seeking immediate entry into specialized positions or individuals interested in pursuing industrial technology management or leadership roles.  

Many Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology programs are designed to provide a comprehensive and diverse foundation in the field of information technology, offering you exposure to various areas within the discipline. This breadth of knowledge allows for greater flexibility in career choices.  

UT Permian Basin’s industrial technology bachelor’s degree programs empower you to gear your studies toward a broader or more specialized direction through your choice of courses, including optional add-ons. 

Previous Degree Completion 

If you plan to apply to our Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences in Industrial Technology program, you must complete or be in the process of completing an Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS degree). This requirement does not apply to Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology applicants, which makes UT Permian Basin’s Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology program a good option for first-time college students and transfer students. 

Capstone Opportunity 

Our Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences in Industrial Technology has a capstone that enables you to choose between an industrial technology senior project and an internship from which you can gain hands-on industry experience. Our Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology does not have a capstone element.  

Minor in Management Option 

With our Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences in Industrial Technology, you can hone your management expertise while minoring in the discipline by completing several management-focused courses. This option is not available with our Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology program.  

Extra Credentials on Your Resume 

Our Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences in Industrial Technology program offers the option to add a 12-credit undergraduate certificate in petroleum technology to your degree, enabling you to graduate with two credentials in about the same amount of time it takes to earn the degree alone. 

Program Similarities—and Why You Should Choose UTPB 

No matter which program you end up choosing, you’ll find them identical in some key respects: 

  • The convenience and flexibility of 24/7 online access from anywhere in the world 
  • Doctoral level faculty who teach the same programs on campus  
  • High-quality, up-to-date curriculum 
  • Preparation for rewarding professional roles including industrial production manager, quality control systems manager, quality control analyst, and others  
  • Our industrial technology programs are the only programs of their kind offered online in the University of Texas System

Explore Our Programs 

We invite you to review our undergraduate industrial technology degree program descriptions, courses, and requirements in greater detail for yourself now: 

Whichever program you ultimately choose, we wish you well on your educational and professional journeys! 

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