Industrial and Engineering Technology

The Department of Industrial & Engineering Technology (IET) strives to support the economic development of the region by providing a premier, industry-relevant, education in Louisiana, rich in real-world-ready experiences, research, and a mixture of theoretical and hands-on coursework.

IET programs Explained

DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Software and Technology Resources
2020-2021 IET Journal
ET program received six years full re-accreditation through ABET. The degree is now accredited through 2026.
New ET Concentration (Mechatronics) has been approved and was offered in Fall 2020!
IT program (both BS and AAS degrees) received six years full re-accreditation through ATMAE. The two degrees are now accredited through 2025.
Beginning Spring 2020, the department will increase its offering of late classes to accommodate employees and adult learners who aspire to further their education in IET.
Laitram sponsors the Engineering Technology Senior Design project annually as part of a formal internship program.
Performance Contractors sponsors development of Welding Technology / Materials Inspection Concentration in the Industrial Technology program.
Contractors Educational Trust Fund supports the IET enhancement funds to cover costs associated with attending conferences and trainings, startup funds for faculty, research inititiaves, and developing new certificates.
The OSH&E program was established at request of industry and in collaboration with GBRIA and industry stakeholders.
The ET and OSHE programs are accredited by ABET, http://www.abet.org. The IT program is accredited by ATMAE, http://www.atmae.org.

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IT program has a 50-year history of strong industry connections. Recently started Welding Technology/Materials Inspection concentration.

ET program was initiated in 2009, it differs from a classic Engineering in that it is more applied and focuses on applications of Technology.

OSHE bachelor’s degree is one of only a few of its kind in the nation. Initiated in 2004 as a workforce demand-driven program.

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Upcoming Events

Jun
1

First Day of Summer 2022 Classes

Jun
29

Term II Classes Begin

Jun
27

Term I Classes End

Jul
4

Independence Day Holiday

Jul
25

Last Day of Classes

Jul
28

Last Day to Return Rental Books Without Fee

DID YOU KNOW?

For every dollar students invest in a UL System education, they will see a return of $3.80.

Those with bachelor’s degrees from UL System member institutions will see an average increase in earnings of $22,300 each year when compared to someone with only a high school diploma working in Louisiana. Source