The Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE) defines Industrial Engineering as:

Industrial engineering is concerned with the design, improvement, and installation of integrated systems of people, materials, information, equipment, and energy. It draws upon specialized knowledge and skill in the mathematical, physical, and social sciences together with the principles and methods of engineering analysis and design, to specify, predict, and evaluate the results to be obtained from such systems.

Industrial Engineering is emerging as one of the vital professions that would be counted on for solving complex problems in a highly technological world. Industrial engineers are confronted with a host of challenging situations ranging from manufacturing and cost estimating to the design of complex systems. They are needed in all kinds of industries and are employed by a variety of organizations including hospitals, banks, engineering firms, petrochemical industries, airline companies, government and military agencies, computer and software firms, and manufacturing.

Industrial Engineering at Texas A&M University-Commerce emphasizes the application of concepts, principles, and managerial skills required in contemporary business and industry. The program of study:

• reflects current and future business and industry practices and competencies
• prepares students for the high-tech engineering world of today and of the future
• develops analytical, critical, and problem-solving skills
• develops leadership skills
• promotes student and faculty interaction with business, industry, and professional organizations
• promotes student and faculty research activities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Sciences in Industrial Engineering program at Texas A&M University-Commerce will…

Function effectively within an engineering profession or graduate program by drawing upon IE skills and knowledge, as evidenced by, but not limited to, continuous employment or successful progress towards a graduate degree.

Progress within the engineering profession as evidenced by, but not limited to, leadership roles, value added within a team, increased responsibility with decision making, or creation of better or more effective products, processes, technologies, or ideas.

Engage in life-long growth within the industrial engineering profession as evidenced by, but not limited to, company training, industry certifications, professional conferences, and graduate work.

IE Student Outcomes

a) An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering

b) An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data

c) An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability

d) An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams

e) An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems

f) An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

g) An ability to communicate effectively

h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context

i) A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning

j) A knowledge of contemporary issues

k) An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

Industrial Engineering Degree Plan (Bachelor of Science)

Required courses in the major (67sh): IE 101, 201, 207, 211, 305, 311, 312, 313, 314, 316, 403, 407, 410, 411, 431, 444, 471, 486, 495; IT 111, 112; IT 340 or MGT 340.

Required Support Courses (32sh): Chem 1411; CSci 151; Eco 2301* or 2302*; Math 2413*, 192, 315, 335; Phys 2425*, 2426*

*These courses should be used to satisfy the University Studies requirements in Social and Behavioral Sciences, Mathematics, and Natural Sciences, respectively; otherwise, the credit hours required to earn the B.S. in IE will exceed 128.

Total Semester Hours: 128