A bachelor’s degree in industrial technology is an undergraduate degree that prepares students for technical and leadership roles in industries like manufacturing, construction, and engineering. Students in these programs learn how to improve processes, solve operational problems, and support the systems that help organizations run more efficiently.
At many schools, including The University of Texas Permian Basin, industrial technology programs also help students prepare for leadership roles in technical workplaces.
In this article, we discuss:
A bachelor’s degree in industrial technology usually covers technical processes, problem-solving, communication, and management concepts. Students in industrial technology programs often study engineering and manufacturing principles as well as workplace skills that support leadership and project coordination.
Common areas of study include:
The short answer is no. UTPB’s online BSIT program is offered by the College of Business and is one of a select group of programs in the nation accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Industrial technology degrees are, however, incredibly versatile and can lead to an exciting career in engineering, if that’s the path you choose.
UT Permian Basin’s online program takes 120 credit hours to complete, including 38 credit hours of industrial technology core courses, 37 credit hours of electives, and a 3-credit-hour internship. Students in our program are taught:
There are few industries untouched by engineering or manufacturing, so what you decide to do with your degree is truly up to you. Many industrial technologists find lucrative careers in the manufacturing industry, where a talent for improving production processes is often rewarded with a six-figure salary.
However, many graduates have gone on to industrial technology careers relating to:
Unlike a traditional four-year degree, you can earn this industrial technology degree on your own time. Many students in our program have established careers they’d like to advance within and are looking for a program that can adapt to their work schedule.
Rest assured, our program is 100% online and utilizes a flexible 8-week course model. As long as you have a Wi-Fi connection, a seat somewhere cozy, and a warm cup of coffee (or tea!), you can complete our program at your leisure.
Core courses like Engineering Graphics, Computers & Problem Solving, and Principles of Statistics provide the technical skills you’ll need in virtually any industrial technology job.
The use of computer-aided drafting (CAD) software is a particularly useful skill we teach. And courses like Project Management, Management Concepts and Organizational Theory, and Human Resource Management provide the soft skills you’ll need for leadership roles.
Transfer students (students with 24 credit hours or more from regionally accredited colleges or universities) can transfer up to 90 credit hours towards an industrial technology degree. In addition to submitting student records, freshman and transfer students must:
Even if you don’t meet the minimum grade point average required for the program, you can still be conditionally admitted to UT Permian Basin, so long as you complete 30 credit hours while keeping at least a 2.0 grade point average. At UT Permian Basin, we believe a low GPA shouldn’t automatically bar you from a first-rate education.
UT Permian Basin’s online BSIT program gives students room to shape their studies around their interests. For example, students interested in petroleum technology can choose electives such as Petroleum Fundamentals, Drilling Technology, Petroleum Production Technology, and Pipeline Technology.
Students interested in other paths can explore courses like Manufacturing Technology or Construction Technology. Because industrial technology applies to a wide range of industries, the degree can support different career goals depending on your background and interests.
UT Permian Basin’s 100% online BSIT program was designed for students who need flexibility while building technical and leadership skills. With 8-week courses and six start dates each year, the program can fit around your unique work and other responsibilities.
Learn more about UT Permian Basin’s online BSIT program.
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