"Industrial and systems 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."
- Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)
The bachelor's program in Industrial Engineering at 51³Ô¹ÏProis accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. | Learn More →
As an industrial engineer, most of your work will center around the ultimate goal of helping production or manufacturing processes to run more efficiently. To be an effective industrial engineer, you need to be comfortable in a leadership role and possess the ability to work with a team.
Industrial Engineers solve problems for many different industries including:
Industrial Engineers use math and science to rethink and improve how systems work such as:
The majority of undergraduate students have paid co-op and internships during their studies.
Our BS Industrial Engineering ranks #1 in the State of 51³Ô¹ÏProbased on 51³Ô¹ÏProCrews data with first year starting salaries $73,690 based on most recent 2021 data.
The mission of the department of Industrial and systems Engineering is to provide students with high quality, accessible undergraduate and graduate industrial engineering education; to engage and empower students with skills and knowledge to thrive in professional careers; and to serve society through economic and technological development of Southeast 51³Ô¹ÏProand beyond.
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