[PDF] Department of Industrial Engineering & Management

What are the benefits of pursuing an industrial engineering degree?

Industrial engineering provides improved efficiency for companies in developing new products, helps companies produce more products quickly, and helps companies reduce costs with new technologies. Industrial engineering gives engineers an education in both engineering and business and the opportunity to work in a wide range of businesses.

What courses are required for an industrial engineering degree?

The curriculum provides a broad-based education in manufacturing, operations research and ergonomics through a base of mathematics, physical and engineering sciences, and laboratory and industrial experiences.

What are the subjects covered in industrial engineering?

Industrial engineering combines theories and principles of physics, social sciences, and mathematical sciences along with analysis and design concepts of engineering and manufacturing to come up with predictions about such systems.

What is the job outlook for industrial engineers?

Industrial Engineering is a promising career, especially now that machines are changing the way we think about production systems. Industrial engineers work now to utilize machine learning and robotics for faster, more efficient production processes, and ensure that manufacturing systems don't fall obsolete.