Master of Science in Integrated Science and Technology - Generalist Concentration
Southeastern Louisiana University - College of Science and Technology
Key Information
Campus location
Hammond, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 11,272 / per semester **
Application deadline
15 Dec 2024*
Earliest start date
Jan 2025
* final deadline
** estimated non-resident tuition & fees; USD 5,033.40 - estimated resident tuition & fees
Introduction
The Master’s in Integrated Science and Technology (ISAT) is an interdisciplinary program that emphasizes applications of chemistry, computer science, industrial technology, mathematics, and physics in a career enhancement degree. This degree has been devised to meet the specific needs of students attending regional universities and desiring technical employment. This degree will prepare students for the workplace by giving them experience in applying their knowledge of mathematics and science to projects of interest to business and industry. Individuals with experience and training in technology will gain a deeper understanding of the science and mathematics used in their fields. Students will learn these problem-solving skills through a core of interdisciplinary project-oriented courses that will extend and broaden training in each of the academic areas.
Program Highlights
- Only graduate degree program in Louisiana that is a professional science master's degree
- Developed through funding by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
- Generalist and specialist tracks available
Curriculum
Core Courses
- ISAT 600: Applied Science Seminar I
- ISAT 601: Applied Science Seminar II
Four of the following seven courses:
- ISAT 615: Technology in Industry and Society
- ISAT 625: Applications of Computing in Science and Technology
- ISAT 635: Industrial Chemistry
- ISAT 645: Mathematical Modeling for Science and Technology.
- ISAT 655: Error and Risk Analysis
- ISAT 690: Special Topics in Science and Technology
- ENGL 548: Advanced Professional and Technical Writing
Discipline Specific Courses
- Two courses in a chosen discipline
Electives:
- One course cross-listed with chosen discipline
Thesis/Research Project
One of the following:
- ISAT 770: Thesis or
- ISAT 771: Research Project
Total 33 hours
Program Outcome
Students who complete the ISAT degree at Southeastern Louisiana University will be able to:
- Integrate information and concepts across different scientific and technical disciplines.
- Apply specialized knowledge from chemistry, computer science, industrial technology, mathematics, or physics to solve problems that are critical to the future growth of local business and industry.
- Work effectively with people who possess various educational and experiential backgrounds.
- Use appropriate technology in communication, information and knowledge management, modeling, forecasting, and decision-making.
Students in the ISAT program will take a core of interdisciplinary, project-oriented courses that will extend and broaden their training in science and technology. In the course of their studies, these students will learn to use current problem-solving approaches from mathematics, chemistry, physics, computer science, and industrial technology to solve problems from a wide variety of business and industrial settings.
Career Opportunities
Types of Jobs
- Associate Industrial Engineer
- Data Analyst
- High School Science and Mathematics Teacher
- Industrial Engineering Specialist
- Information Manager
- Information Systems Consultant
- Network Analyst
- Project Manager
- Quality Assurance Manager
Types of Employers
- Chemical companies
- Construction companies
- Financial services
- Higher education
- Insurance companies
- Technology Firms