Remember our motto: “The Department of Technology produces graduates that are responsible leaders who seek solutions to solve tomorrow’s complex problems.”

Welcome to the JSU Department of Technology. We are committed to providing the facilities, instruction, services and equipment necessary for our students to achieve their educational goals.

The Department of Technology Offers the Baccalaureate of Science (BS) in Industrial Technology with emphasis in one of four clusters:

Electronics / Airway Systems Technology
Manufacturing & Design Technology

Microcomputer Technology /
Technology Management

The objectives of the Department of Technology are:

· To provide training in basic skills which enrich the students’ understanding of materials, processes, and products of industry as they affect human relationships.

· To develop sufficient depth in the four clusters of industrial technology, thus providing the competencies necessary for success as a manager.

· To develop an understanding of human behavior as it relates to education in general and industrial technology in particular.

· To develop technologists whose personal and social qualities enable them to fit into the community and exercise positions of leadership.

· To establish values related to how industry and technology alter our environment.

Welcome to the Home Page for the Department of Technology in the College of
Science, Engineering & Technology at Jackson State University. The fact that
you have reached our site indicates that you are interested in, or at least curious
about our department and programs or maybe the profession of Industrial Technology in general. I hope that our site provides you with information that strengthens your interest and satisfies your curiosity.

Industrial Technology undoubtedly is one of the largest contributors to the tremendous technological advance that we have witnessed during the past decade. If you are a potential student looking for a career in Industrial Technology (i.e., Electronics/Airway Systems Technology, Technology Management, Manufacturing/ Design Technology & Microcomputer Application Technology), I invite you to have a closer look at our department and programs. Here, at Jackson State University, our department continues to provide students with an excellent education. We stress an understanding of the fundamentals and hands-on activities, including scientific principles, rigorous analysis and creative design. We also provide our students with a broad educational base to prepare them for productive careers and to foster in them a commitment to lifelong learning. Furthermore, we encourage the development of clear communication skills and provide opportunities for our students to participate in responsible teamwork situations that will help them to develop professional attitudes and ethics. I hope you enjoy visiting this site. Please contact us if you have any questions or comments.

Departmental Vision Statement:
The Department of Technology will provide training to local people for local jobs in order to promote economic development and quality of life within our service area.

Departmental Mission Statement:
Our mission is to provide a nationally accredited program, which serves the technical, managerial, and communication needs of persons desiring to enter or advance professionally in an industrial technology related career.

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