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What Can I Do with a Major in…

Industrial Technology

Industrial technology is a growing field that affords a graduate a wealth of opportunities in many careers. Industrial technology is the study of the design and production of tools, machines, and consumer products. The following occupations represent some career opportunities available to industrial technology majors. Some will require additional education. For more information visit the Career Center in Lucina 220.

Boilermaker
Electrical Engineer
Environmental Engineer
Fire Protection Engineer
Graphic Artist
Human Resources Manager
Human Resources Specialist
Industrial Engineer
Jeweler
Machine Operator
Machinist
Mechanical Engineer
Plastics Engineer
Safety Engineer
Tool and Die Maker
Welder

Resources available in the Career Center, Lucina 220:

Careers in Focus: Manufacturing (OCC 131.6)
Careers in Focus: Technicians (OCC 209.89)
Careers in High Tech (OCC 210)
College Majors Handbook (MAJ 6)
Exploring Tech Careers (OCC 209.99)
Occupational Outlook Handbook (JS JO 20)

Websites:

BSU Dept. of Industry & Technology: http://www.bsu.edu/technology 
Great Links to Explore (BSU Career Center)
America’s Career InfoNet: http://www.acinet.org
Employment Outlook: http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0854971.html
IndianaINTERNnet: http://www.indianaintern.net/home.asp
Internships.com 
Internships USA.com  
Vault Career Insider
O*NET: http://online.onetcenter.org
Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Salary Wizard: http://www.salary.com
Volunteer Match: http://www.volunteermatch.org
Industrial Design: http://www.core77.com
National Association of Industrial Technology: http://www.nait.org

 

 

 

 

 

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