Industrial Engineering, B.S.
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Industrial engineers optimize complex systems and processes for maximum efficiency. Study lean manufacturing, ergonomic design and supply chain management to drive innovative solutions that integrate technology and increase productivity.
Why Study Industrial Engineering at Kettering University
If engineering is an intricate puzzle, industrial engineers bring all the pieces together to create groundbreaking systems and methods. Master the skills to create efficiencies using cutting-edge technology with Kettering’s Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Industrial Engineering.
From factory physics to manufacturing processes, gain expertise through our rigorous program. Explore our emphasis on iteration and real-world application through our immersive courses and paid professional Co-op experience. Both give you countless opportunities to test your ideas, learn from failures, and refine your approach to ensure you graduate as a forward-thinking leader, going above and beyond to reach your ambitious goals.
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What You’ll Learn as an Industrial Engineering Major
In our signature Lego Lab course, design and implement an assembly line to manufacture specialized products while achieving maximum efficiency. Our Manufacturing Processes course takes you even further as you learn to operate a different type of machinery every week. Courses emphasize the vital human component of engineering, so you have expertise in enhancing workplace ergonomics, safety and productivity.
Your classes feature extensive lab components, providing invaluable hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art facilities. Gain practical experience in areas such as:
- Applied Control Systems
- Human Interfaces and Ergonomics
- Manufacturing Materials and Processes
- Methods Analysis
- Simulation Modeling
- Work Design
Co-op Experience + Career Opportunities
With Kettering’s Co-op program, you work alongside the industry’s sharpest minds to solve problems that matter and build skills that fuel your career.
More About the Co-op Experience
Industrial Engineering Career Paths:
- Industrial Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Operations Manager
- Process Engineer
- Project Manager
- Quality Engineer
Companies You Can Work With:
Makerspace
Makerspace
Turn theoretical concepts into tangible realities with Kettering’s 15,000-square-foot Makerspace. Access 3-D printers, design stations, soldering equipment and other tools to put your ideas to the test.
Learn More About the B.S. in Industrial Engineering
Tackle a real-world, open-ended problem during your final year at Kettering. Collaborate with an engineering team at your Co-op to creatively solve important industrial challenges and share your findings with the world. The senior thesis experience showcases the full breadth of your industrial engineering expertise, from process optimization and systems design to human factors analysis and lean manufacturing principles.
Industrial engineers create efficient systems to manage production processes. They look at the big picture, from workers and logistics to quality control and energy consumption to improve productivity and outcomes. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median annual wage for electrical engineers was $99,380 in May 2023, and it projects employment in the field to grow 12% through 2032.
Kettering’s Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
The Student Perspective
“The thing that makes Kettering so unique and so beneficial to your future is coming out of college with the work experience with learning and then doing and learning and doing.“
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Build the skills and confidence to begin solving engineering problems from your first year with Kettering University’s Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering program.