& Student Handbook - Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Bachelor of Science
in Industrial Technology
Bachelor Degree Programs 81
Industrial Technology is a field of study designed to prepare technical
and/or management professionals for employment or advancement in
business, industry, education, or government. Industrial Technology is
primarily involved with management, operation, and maintenance of
complex technological systems. The major incorporates a blend of
learning experiences in systems, techniques, and abstract knowledge.
With this, the learner develops competencies in production systems,
management principles, and communication skills.
The outcomes designed to ensure the graduate attains the
multidisciplinary skills necessary to lead people, leverage technology,
and manage technological innovation in an ever-changing environment.
Program Outcomes
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology program
are expected to be able to do the following:
1. Identify opportunities for improving a system or systems in an
organization.
2. Analyze an operation that may consist of one or more systems.
3. Research technologies and methods to solve problems and improve
performance.
4. Measure the effectiveness of changes made to a system and the
impact on the organization.
5. Identify the knowledge needs of an organization and the appropriate
methods to capture and manage this knowledge.
6. Identify and manage education and training needs to properly use
solutions, especially when introducing new technology.
7. Understand and apply the principles of management and leadership.
8. Incorporate an ethical perspective in their work.
9. Communicate effectively in a variety of modes.
10. Work effectively with diverse populations.
11. Demonstrate critical thinking skills.
12. Continue learning throughout their lives.
13. Demonstrate the general education competencies required for
graduation.
Degree Requirements
A minimum of 122 semester credits is required for graduation with the
bachelor of science degree from Saint Mary’s University. All students
must meet the general education credit requirements. A minimum of 36
credits is required to complete the B.S. in Industrial Technology.
Required Industrial Technology Courses...........................................12 cr.
Required Management Courses .......................................................12 cr.
Required Capstone .............................................................................3 cr.
Required Communication....................................................................6 cr.
Elective Courses ................................................................................3 cr.
Total..................................................................................................36 cr.
Required Industrial Technology Courses:
12 cr.
TE300 Technological Opportunities in Organizations..........................3 cr.
TE305 Pursuit of Technology and Organizational Structure................3 cr.
TE310 Technology, Innovation, Process and Product
Development...................................................................................3 cr.
TE460 Engineering Economics...........................................................3 cr.
Required Management Courses: 12 cr.
BU403 Applied Statistics .....................................................................3 cr.
MG305 Managerial Ethics...................................................................3 cr.
MG307 Principles of Leadership .........................................................3 cr.
MG415 Total Quality and Team Development .....................................3 cr.
Required Communication Courses: 6 cr.
CM310 Oral Communications .............................................................3 cr.
CM309 Professional Writing................................................................3 cr.
Required Capstone Course: 3 cr.
MG490 Bachelor of Science
Capstone ........................................................................................3 cr.
Elective Courses: 3 cr.
BU300 Accounting Principles..............................................................3 cr.
BU400 Business Law ..........................................................................3 cr.
BU407 Financial Management ............................................................3 cr.
HR340 Human Resource Management ..............................................3 cr.
HR440 Employee and Labor Relations ...............................................3 cr.
HR455 Performance Improvement Through Training ..........................3 cr.
MG335 Critical Thinking for Managers ................................................3 cr.
MG401 Principles of Management......................................................3 cr.
MG405 Organizational Culture and Change .......................................3 cr.