Academic Programs
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology
This degree is designed for individuals interested in business
and industry careers. A one-semester (12
credit hours) internship in the area of specialization at the end
of the program is required. This mandatory internship aids students by
providing valuable experience that will be applicable to future careers. This degree is divided up into four emphases: Construction Management, which includes management and marketing classes; Communication
Technology, which includes business classes and in-depth technology
classes; Construction Technology, which includes hands-on
construction and business classes; and Manufacturing Technology,
which includes design, business and manufacturing classes. Specific
curriculum guides are available below.
Bachelor of Science in Technology Education
This degree is designed for individuals interested in teaching at all levels of education. Teachers specializing in this
area are highly sought after. A one-semester student teaching
experience at the end of the program is mandatory. Three areas of specialization are provided for individual
interests: Communication Systems, which includes an in-depth study
of computers, graphic arts and software; Power, Energy and
Transportation Systems, which includes the study of a variety of
technological systems for repair; and Production Systems, which
focuses on consumer goods and specializes in woodworking, metals,
welding and more at the public school level.
Bachelor of Science in Technology Leadership
This degree is designed for those who already have or are in the
process of pursuing an Associate's of Applied Science (AAS) degree
from a two-year college in technical, applied or practical areas
such as auto-mechanics, electronics, computer-aided drafting and
more. By pursuing a B.S. in Technology Leadership, students can combine their AAS experience with advanced courses in technology,
industrial management and leadership in order to attain the degree
from FHSU.
This program is divided into two options, both of which are
available on campus and in the virtual college. Those who pursue
Option I focus in Business and Industry. Along with the
General Education classes, there is heavy emphasis in
management and leadership courses. Option II focuses on Career
and Technical Teachers. This curriculum includes business,
management and leadership courses, as well as education
courses.