About this major
Industrial Engineering focuses on optimizing complex processes and systems by integrating people, technology, materials, and information. Students learn to improve efficiency and productivity in manufacturing and service industries through problem-solving techniques, data analysis, and process design.
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Curriculum snapshot
Operations Research
Covers mathematical modeling and optimization techniques for decision-making in complex systems.
Manufacturing Systems
Explores the design and operation of manufacturing processes and systems for efficient production.
Quality Control and Assurance
Focuses on statistical techniques and methodologies for maintaining and improving product quality.
Human Factors and Ergonomics
Examines the interaction between humans and systems to enhance performance and safety.
Supply Chain Management
Introduces strategies for managing and optimizing supply chains to enhance business operations.
Systems Engineering
Teaches principles and practices for designing and managing complex engineering projects.
Career outcomes
- Industrial Engineer
- Process Engineer
- Quality Assurance Engineer
- Supply Chain Analyst
- Operations Manager
Pros
- Diverse career opportunities
- Strong earning potential
- Skillset applicable across industries
Considerations
- Requires strong analytical skills
- May involve long hours during projects
- Continuous learning to keep up with technological advancements
Similar majors
Mechanical Engineering
Focuses on the design and manufacturing of mechanical systems, which often overlaps with industrial processes.
Operations Management
Concentrates on managing and optimizing business operations, closely related to industrial engineering principles.
Systems Engineering
Involves designing and managing complex systems, a core component of industrial engineering.
Manufacturing Engineering
Specializes in the development and operation of manufacturing processes, sharing many concepts with industrial engineering.
Supply Chain Management
Focuses on the logistics and flow of goods and services, often integral to industrial engineering roles.