Our programs empower graduates by developing technical skills, as well as career, leadership, and life skills.
Department of Technology and Applied Science
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$2.6M Donation Doubles Scholarship for New Career Scholars
Wayne State College proudly announces an anonymous donation of $2.6 million to support the College’s Career Scholars Cooperative Education program.
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Wayne State College Students Earn Awards at SkillsUSA, Qualify For Nationals
Wayne State College students Krystin Aschoff, Chris Todd, Ryan Zoucha, Tyler Sitzmann, and Landin Pribnow earned awards at the recent Nebraska SkillsUSA Leadership Conference.
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Program Feature: Industrial Technology Degree Program
Students share why they are in the industrial technology degree program at Wayne State College.
“The coolest thing about my program is the different technology you get to use in the labs. The faculty are really great to work with. They're always encouraging and trying to push you to be a better educator. If you don't know something, they're super easy to approach, and they're always willing to help you with the project.”
Jacob Henderson
Major: Industrial Technology Education
Hometown: Ida Grove, Iowa
Recognized for Excellence
Wayne State College is nationally ranked and continually recognized for academic excellence, incredible value, successful graduates, and innovative learning.
Technology and Applied Science Programs
Choose from our technology and applied science majors, or enhance your education by adding on a second major or minor. Explore your options here.
Outside the Classroom
At Wayne State College, you’ll have opportunities to enhance your education by participating in clubs, organizations, competitions, and more.
Clubs and Organizations
- Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Professionals
- Associated General Contractors of America
- Drafting and Design Club
- Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
- National Association of Homebuilders
- Occupational Safety Organization
- SkillsUSA
Service-Learning
Make a difference in the community while learning skills you can apply toward your future career. Wayne State’s Service-Learning program has received national awards in recognition of outstanding community service, with more than 400 students participating in Service-Learning projects each semester.
Opportunities
- Field trips – Visit local construction and manufacturing facilities to meet pros in the industry and get a peek at operations behind the scenes to watch how things are made.
- Competitions – Earn national recognition and prizes for your skills and accomplishments when you compete in FCCLA STAR events.
- Dean's Ambassadors - The Dean's Ambassadors include students from the fields of health, law, and engineering. Their purpose is to represent Wayne State College in the community and develop positive relationships between the two.
Internships/Clinicals
We encourage all students to complete an internship before graduating to build your portfolio and gain experience in this field of study. If you’re an education major, you’ll need to complete clinical practice (student teaching). Career Services is also available to help you find internship opportunities.
Learn From the Best
Our faculty are accomplished. Several are highly regarded as experts and have been recognized with notable honors and awards. And with a low student-to-faculty ratio, you'll be sure to receive an excellent education in the Department of Technology and Applied Science.
Jessie Piper, MSE
Instructor
