The department is recognized for its diversification of faculty representing the makeup of professionals that must interact in the field. Several are recognized for outstanding contributions and leadership within their professions. Industrial Technology Programs of study prepare leaders in science, technology, management, and design. Individual programs are planned to provide for professional careers in teaching, business, and industry. The industrial technology program is accredited by the National Association for Industrial Technology and recognized as one of the premier programs in the nation.
Emphasis is placed on training men and women for industrial management positions.
The department's laboratory facilities are some of the most extensive and modern in the California State University system. The Industrial Technology Department continues to receive equipment and financial support from a number of California industries. The major focus of industrial technology is to prepare individuals for technical and industrial management positions. Projections indicate that industrial technology graduates will be in high demand for many years. Industry needs qualified technical managers who can contribute to better product reliability, efficiency, and improved productivity.