Undergraduate Courses

IE 100. Industrial Employment (0)

Usually following the junior year, students in the industrial engineering curriculum are required to do a minimum of eight weeks of practical work, preferably in the field they plan to follow after graduation. A report is required. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.

IE 111. Engineering Probability and Statistics (3) fall

Random variables, probability models and functions, and expected values. Statistical inference, estimation, hypothesis testing, and goodness of fit. Prerequisite: MATH 22.

IE 112. Computer Graphics (1) fall

Introduction to interactive graphics and construction of multi-view representations in two- and three-dimensional space. Applications in industrial engineering. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing in industrial engineering, ENGR 1.

IE 121. Applied Engineering Statistics (3) spring

The application of statistical techniques to solve industrial problems. Regression and correlation, analysis of variance, quality control, and reliability. Prerequisite: IE 111 or MATH 231.

IE 122. Software Tools (1) spring

Introduction to application software tools used to solve stochastic and deterministic problems. Problem design and solution will be drawn from IE 220. Co-requisite: IE 220.

IE 131 Work Systems and Facilities Planning (3) spring

Techniques of methods analysis, work design and measurement, and facilities design. Operations analysis, workplace ergonomics, worker-machine systems, assembly systems, time study, predetermined time systems, work sampling, incentive systems, and plant layout design. Prerequisite: IE 111 or equivalent, either previously or concurrently.

IE 132. Work Systems and Facilities Planning Laboratory (1) spring

Laboratory exercises and projects in methods analysis, operations analysis, plant layout, and related topics. Co-requisite: IE 131.

IE 154. Senior Project (3) fall and spring

The use of industrial engineering techniques to solve a major problem in either a manufacturing or service environment. Problems are sufficiently broad to require the design of a system. Human factors in system design. Laboratory. Prerequisite: Senior standing in industrial engineering.

IE 155. Senior Thesis I (3)

In depth study of a research topic in industrial engineering supervised by an ISE department faculty member. Requires completion of a formal research proposal and a public presentation of the proposal at the end of the semester. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

IE 156. Senior Thesis II (3)

Continued in depth study of a research topic in industrial engineering supervised by an ISE department faculty member. Requires a formal thesis and public presentation of the results. IE 156 can be substituted for IE 154 in the IE curriculum when taken in sequence after IE 155. Prerequisite: IE 155.

IE 168. Production Analysis (3) spring

A course for students not majoring in industrial engineering. Engineering economy; application of quantitative methods to facilities analysis and planning, operations planning and control, work measurement, and scheduling. Prerequisites: MATH 21 or 51.

IE 170. Algorithms in Systems Engineering (3)

Introduction to the use of computers to solve problems arising in systems engineering. Focus on the design and implementation of algorithms for systems modeling, systems design, systems analysis, and systems optimization. Fundamentals of computer systems, basic data structures, the design and implementation of efficient algorithms, and application of algorithms to the design and optimization of complex systems such as those arising in transportation, telecommunications, and manufacturing. Prerequisites: ENGR 1, CSE 17.

IE 171. Algorithms in Systems Engineering Laboratory (1)

Laboratory exercises and projects in the design and implementation of algorithms for systems modeling, systems design, systems analysis, and systems optimization. Co-requisite: IE 170.

IE 185. ISELP Honors Seminar (1)

Study of problem solving, principles of enterprise systems, and creative use of information technology in controlled environments. Emphasis on teamwork, self-knowledge, and communication skills. Department permission required. May be repeated for credit.

For Advanced Undergraduates and Graduate Students

IE 215. Fundamentals of Modern Manufacturing (3) fall

Study of modern production methods. Machining, bulk and sheet metal working processes, and electronics manufacturing. Introduction to automation, numerical control, and industrial robots. Prerequisite: MAT 33.

IE 216. Manufacturing Laboratory (1) fall

Laboratory exercises and experiments in manufacturing processes and systems. pre-requisite or concurrent: IE 215.

IE 220. Introduction to Operations Research (3) spring

Introduction to deterministic and stochastic methods in operations research. Mathematical programming, queuing theory, and other modeling techniques. Emphasis on formulation, analysis and solution of operations problems. Prerequisites: IE 111 or MATH 231.

IE 224. Information Systems Analysis and Design (3) spring

An introduction to the technological as well as methodological aspects of computer information systems. Content of the course stresses basic knowledge in database systems. Database design and evaluation, query languages and software implementation. Students that take CSE 241 cannot receive credit for this course.

IE 226. Engineering Economy and Decision Analysis (3) spring

Economic analysis of engineering projects; interest rate factors, methods of evaluation, depreciation, replacement, break-even analysis, after-tax analysis. Decision-making under certainty and risk. Prerequisite: IE 111 or MATH 231, either previously or concurrently.

IE 251. Production and Inventory Control (3) fall

Techniques used in the planning and control of production and inventory systems. Forecasting, inventory models, operations planning, and scheduling. Prerequisites: IE 121 and IE 220.

IE 275. Fundamentals of Web Applications (3)

Introduction to web technologies required to support the development of client side and server side components of Internet based applications. Students will be exposed to the problems of design, implementation, and management by way of assigned readings, class discussion, and project implementation. Term project. Prerequisites: either IE 224 or CSE 241 previously or concurrently.

IE 305. Simulation (3)

Applications of discrete and continuous simulation techniques in modeling industrial systems. Simulation using a high-level simulation language. Design of simulation experiments. Prerequisites: IE 121 and IE 220.

IE 307. Advanced Systems Analysis and Design (3) spring

Study of advanced techniques and their application in the analysis and design of information systems. Emphasis is placed on tools and techniques used for structured analysis and design, and on prototyping of systems. Prerequisite: IE 224 or equivalent.

IE 309. Introduction to Information Systems (3) fall

Study of information systems analysis and design with emphasis on management issues. Interfaces between information systems and databases and data communications are examined. Effects of information systems on organizational relationships are considered. Example information system will be designed and implemented. Prerequisite: IE 224 or equivalent.

IE 310. Database Analysis and Design (3) spring

Conceptual analysis of data is considered through data structures and models. Logical design of databases is studied in the context of the relational model of data. Prerequisite: IE 224 or equivalent.

IE 316. Optimization Models and Applications (3)

Modeling and analysis of operations research problems using techniques from mathematical programming. Linear programming, integer programming, multi-criteria optimization, stochastic programming, and nonlinear programming using an algebraic modeling language. Prerequisite: IE 220 or equivalent.

IE 319. Facilities Planning and Material Handling (3)

Facilities planning including plant layout design and facility location. Material handling analysis including transport systems, storage systems, utilizing equipment, and automatic identification and data capture. Prerequisite: IE 131 or consent of department chair.

IE 321. Experimental Industrial Engineering (1-3)

Experimental projects in selected fields of industrial engineering, approved by the instructor. A written report is required. May be repeated for academic credit.

IE 324. Industrial Automation and Robotics (3)

Introduction to robotics technology and applications. Robot anatomy, controls, sensors, programming, work cell design, part handling, welding, and assembly. Laboratory exercises. Prerequisites: MECH 2, MATH 205.

IE 328. Engineering Statistics (3)

Random variables, probability functions, expected values, statistical inference, hypothesis testing, regression and correlation, analysis of variance, introduction to design of experiments, and fundamentals of quality control. Prerequisite: MATH 23 or equivalent. This course cannot be taken by IE undergraduates.

IE 332. Product Quality (3)

Introduction to engineering methods for monitoring, control, and improvement of quality. Statistical models of quality measurements, statistical process control, acceptance sampling, and quality management principles. Some laboratory exercises. Prerequisite: IE 121.

IE 334. Organizational Planning and Control (3) fall

Design of organization and procedures for managing functions of industrial engineering. Analysis and design of resources planning and control, including introduction of change in man-machine systems; manpower management and wage administration. Prerequisite: Junior Standing.

IE 339. Stochastic Models and Applications (3)

Introduction to stochastic process modeling and analysis techniques and applications. Generalizations of the Poisson process; renewal theory and applications to inventory theory, queueing, and reliability; Brownian motion and stationary processes. Prerequisite: IE 220 or equivalent.

IE 340. Production Engineering (3) fall

Develop plans of manufacturing for discrete parts. Product design analysis and engineering materials utilization. Economic analysis of process design alternatives. Introduction to mechanization, automation, and flexible manufacturing systems. Term project. Laboratory. Prerequisite: IE 215.

IE 341. Data Communication Systems Analysis and Design (3)

An introduction to the hardware as well as performance evaluation of data communication networks. Emphasis on data transmission, encoding, data link control, communication networking techniques, and queuing/simulation analysis of network performance. Prerequisite: IE 224 and IE 220 or equivalent.

IE 342. Computer Integrated Manufacturing (3) spring

Analysis and design of manufacturing systems. Principal topics: computer-based techniques, decision support systems, applications of information technology to enterprise systems, value stream mapping. Introduction to: high performance work systems, manufacturing management measurement techniques, optimization strategies for discrete parts manufacturing, lean and agile manufacturing methods. Term project. Prerequisite: IE 224, IE 215 or equivalent.

IE 344. (MAT 344/ME 344) Metal Machining Analysis (3) spring

Intensive study of metal cutting emphasizing forces, energy, temperature, tool materials, tool life, and surface integrity. Abrasive processes. Laboratory and project work. Prerequisite: IE 215 or ME 240 or Mat 206.

IE 345. Manufacturing Information Systems (3)

A study of contemporary Information Technology solutions used to support the manufacturing function from product concept and design through production planning, manufacture, and delivery. Emphasis will be placed on information exchange protocol standards used to improve the overall integration of manufacturing systems. Prerequisites: IE275.

IE 347. Electronics Manufacturing (3)

Manufacturing processes required in electronics assembly, through-hole printed circuit cards, surface-mount printed circuit boards, and thick film hybrids. Testing and inspection procedures. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: senior standing in engineering.

IE 358. (ECO 358). Game Theory (3)

A mathematical analysis of how people interact in strategic situations. Applications include strategic pricing, negotiations, voting, contracts and economic incentives, and environmental issues. Prerequisites: ECO 105 or 115 and MATH 21, 31 or 51.

IE 362. (MSE 362). Logistics and Supply Chain Management (3)

Modeling and analysis of supply chain design, operations, and management. Analytical framework for logistics and supply chains, demand and supply planning, inventory control and warehouse management, transportation, logistics network design, supply chain coordination, and financial factors. Students complete case studies and a comprehensive final project. Prerequisite: IE 220 and IE 251 or equivalents, or instructor approval.

IE 372. Systems Engineering Design (3)

Analysis, design, and implementation of solutions to problems in manufacturing and service sectors using information technology. Emphasis on problem identification and the evaluation of proposed solutions and implementations. Term Project. Prerequisites: IE 220, 275.

IE 385. ISELP Honors Project Seminar (1)

Application of problem solving to real enterprise systems projects. Emphasis on leadership, teamwork, design, and communication skills. Requires a written honors project report. Department permission required. Senior standing. May be repeated for credit.