University of Illinois Chicago College of Engineering 45 courses 128 total credits
Industrial engineering is concerned with the design, improvement, and installation of integrated systems of people, material, and equipment. The Industrial Engineering program gives knowledge of principles and methods in engineering design, physical sciences, and social sciences. This knowledge then is used to specify, predict, and evaluate systems. By collecting, analyzing, and arranging such knowledge, industrial engineers enable management to utilize resources effectively and efficiently.
| Nonengineering and General Education Requirements | 56 credits |
| Required in the College of Engineering | 57 credits |
| Technical Electives | 12 credits |
| Electives outside the Required Major Rubric | 3 credits |
| Total Hours | 128 credits |
Nonengineering and General Education Requirements: Required Courses
Required in the College of Engineering: Required Courses
Technical Electives: Courses
Select four of the following courses (a maximum of two courses allowed outside of IE):
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IE 392 | Undergraduate Research | 1-3 |
| ME 205 | Introduction to Thermodynamics | 3 |
| ME 210 | Engineering Dynamics | 3 |
| ME 347 | Engineering Design and Graphics with Computer-Aided Design and Simulation | 3 |
| ME 401 | Applied Stress Analysis I | 3-4 |
| ME 410 | Automation and Robotics Applications | 3-4 |
| ME 411 | Mechatronics I | 0-4 |
| ME 412 | Dynamic Systems Analysis I | 3-4 |
| ME 481 | Additive Manufacturing Process | 3-4 |
| ME 494 | Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering | 3-4 |
| Total Technical Electives: Courses | 12 credits | |
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