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Industrial Technology

The mission of the Industrial Technology program is to help men and women become outstanding leaders of the 21st century. Leadership development is at the heart of everything we do.

Emphasis Areas

Provides a strong “hands-on” foundation in manufacturing, energy and power, graphic communications, and construction technologies, along with mathematics and applied computer science. Graduates will be ready for careers demanding a high level of technical ability and skill.

William Penn University is the only private, four-year liberal arts institution in Iowa to combine a professional educational program with a major in industrial technology. Graduates of this state-certified program are qualified to teach industrial technology in grades 7–12.

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Combines an industrial technology major, business management minor, and a strong emphasis in applied computer science and digital communications. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles where skill in managing technology and people are essential.

Has a strong focus on engineering, mathematics, physics, and applied computer science, in addition to the industrial technology foundation. Graduates apply technology in the field of engineering through calculations, theory, and hands-on machine operation.

Industrial Technology Specialists have made significant contributions toward the advancement of society. Below are some companies who have hired WPU graduates from this program:

  • John Deere
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  • Mid American Energy
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  • Musco Sports Lighting, LLC.
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  • Cargill, Inc.
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  • Clow Valve Co.
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  • Janco
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  • Coline
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  • Delta Industries
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  • Cunningham
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  • Vanderpool Construction
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  • DeJongs
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  • Cabelvey
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  • Interpower

The key to applying educational experiences with real word opportunity is through internships. Students assist supervisors and observe business operations to enhance their professional capabilities upon graduation. Listed below are some internships completed by past students:

  • Pella Corporation, Pella
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  • Musco Lighting, Oskaloosa
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  • Wilson Trailer
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  • Montezuma Manufacturing
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  • Cunningham (HVAC), Oskaloosa
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  • Curtis Architecture, Ottumwa
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  • Golden Furrow (GPS)
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  • Muddy Outdoors
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  • Van Gorp Manufacturing, Pella