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College of Engineering and Computer Science

Industrial engineering is about choices and figuring out how to do things better. Professional industrial engineers perform a wide variety of tasks, such as developing web-based distribution systems, managing the design and production of new products, and implementing quality control processes.

  • Six areas of specialization are offered: human integrated systems, operations management, ergonomic systems, computer science, materials science and engineering, and honors.
  • In a recently updated Jobs Rated Almanac, industrial engineering ranked highest among all engineering disciplines for desirability as a profession.
Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering—Suggested Curriculum
Freshman
Intro to C Programming
Submicroscopic Chemistry
English Comp I & II
Intro to ISE
Calculus I
Introductory Math for Engineering Applications
Fundamentals of Egr & CS
Physics I & Lab
GE History
GE Non-Western Course
GE Human Expression		 Sophomore
Statistical Methods I & II
Statics
Dynamics
Calculus II & III
Physics II, III, & Labs
Differential Equations with Matrix Algebra
Human Factors Design
GE Course		 Junior
Probabilistic Operations Research Models
Circuit Analysis I & Lab
Industrial Ergonomics
Systems Performance Modeling
Deterministic Op Research Models
Operations and Facilities Design
Thermodynamics I
Computational Models for ISE
Calculus IV
GE Courses (3)		 Senior
Visualization and Human Performance
Systems & Process Analysis
Design I, II, & III
Integrated Systems for Manufacturing
Technical Electives
Technical Communication
Engineering Economy
Human-Centered Interaction & Usability Engineering
Technology Based Ventures

Fast Facts:
Average starting salaries for professionals with a bachelor's degree in an engineering-related field: biomedical engineering $60,286; computer engineering $61,121; electrical engineering $59,326; industrial engineering $58,560; materials engineering $58,517; mechanical engineering $58,881; systems engineering $58,188. (Source: Salary Survey Spring 2010, The National Association of Colleges and Employers)

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