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Department of Mechanical
and Industrial Engineering


Industrial Engineering Program

Industrial engineering deals with the design, improvement, and installation of integrated systems of people, materials, 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.

The industrial engineering faculty are committed to providing all students the advanced technology background necessary for success and growth in their selected professions. A program of study is offered to all students through a carefully designed curriculum which includes engineering analyses for the design of man-machine systems, optimization of industrial systems, and the scie tific management of engineering activities. Specialized training is available in the use of modern engineering tools and techniques such as computer assisted design (CAD), robotics, computer integrated manufacturing (CIM), quality engineering, and ergonomic (human factors) engineering.

Bachelor of Science Degree Requirements
Industrial Engineering Major


Major requirements (73 units)
I E 75, 85, 90, 95, 110, 111, 113, 115, 127, 130, 160, 163, 165, 170, 180, 182W (41 units)
C E 29 or M E 29 (3 units)
ECE 70, 90L, 91 (7 units)
M E 26, 31, 116, 118, 136 (13 units)

Select at least one course from each of the following groups (9 units)
Group A (Quality Engineering Science): I E 112, 120
Group B (Design): I E 145, 148, 155
Group C (Engineering Science): C E 121, 142; ECE 121

Other requirements (61 units)
--- General Education ---
Select one course from each of the G.E. areas: Area A1, A2, B2, C1, D1, D2, D3. (See pages 92-94 for G.E. listings.)
The following courses are required to satisfy both G.E. and major requirements: MATH 75 [B4], CHEM 1A [B1], PHIL 20 [C2], I E 114 [IB], PHIL 120 [IC], PL SI 120 [M/I]

--- Additional requirements ---
MATH 76, 77, 81; PHYS 4A, 4AL, 4B

Total (134 units)

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* Note: Engineering majors are exempt from G.E. Area A3, third course Area C, Area E, and Area ID.

Advising Notes

  1. Courses in mathematics, the physical sciences, or engineering taken CR/NC are not counted toward fulfillment of degree requirements in industrial engineering.
  2. Industrial engineering majors might consider a math or business minor.
  3. Since the industrial engineering major curriculum is very demanding, many students, especially those not fully prepared in mathematics, chemistry, and/or physics, take 41/2or more years to graduate rather than the traditional four years. Students not fully prepared in chemistry should consider taking CHEM 3A and 4 in lieu of CHEM 1A. If needed, students also may go to the Learning Resource Center in Lab School, Room 137 and request tutorial assistance.



Recommended Program

First Semester
I E 75 Intro to Industrial Engineering (1 unit)
M E 26 Engineering Graphics