Industrial engineering students obtain a strong foundation in principles and practices to contribute to innovative solutions for complex systems through the integration of people, money, machines, materials, time, and resources for wide range of real-word applications. Students will gain knowledge in a breath of technical disciplines including design, manufacturing, and information systems, and hone their professional skills in engineering and project management. In today’s world, students are presented with the opportunity to be ‘decision makers’ and ‘system integrators’ using mathematical models and methods, artificial intelligence, remote sensing for technology-driven innovation to offer pioneering solutions for buildings, factories, hospitals, materials handling, transportation systems, and for many more industries in both the public and private sectors . Industrial engineering students will be workforce ready with the technical knowledge and professional skills to adapt to our ever-changing environment, societal, economic, and political challenges, and emerging technologies.
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Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
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The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering degree program is designed to provide a synergetic foundation in the discipline of Industrial Engineering through broad educational experience gained through science and engineering courses, our hallmark design sequence with project-based learning activities, and applied research opportunities.
Students will gain knowledge in a breath of technical disciplines including design, manufacturing, and information systems, and hone their professional skills in engineering and project management. Industrial engineering program curriculum delivers a strong foundation in principles and practices that can contribute to innovative solutions for complex systems through the integration of people, money, machines, materials, time, and resources for wide range of real-word applications.
With a focus on system integration and efficient use of resources, industrial engineering graduates analyze and design facilities, information systems, manufacturing and production systems, quality control processes, and more. Grounded in data-driven decision-making processes, they play a critical role in a wide variety of industries managing, scheduling, establishing efficient process for quality assurance, personal assignment, logistics, materials handling and resource allocation. Industrial engineers are often well prepared to be the decision-makers and leaders in their field operation.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Data, the employment of industrial engineers is projected to grow 12 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.
About 25,200 openings for industrial engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
The median annual wage for industrial engineers was $101,140 in May 2024. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $70,000, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $157,140.
At Florida Poly, our small campus environment fosters a unique approach to STEM education.
Through a curriculum that progresses from freshman to senior year, emphasizing project-based learning, individualized mentorship with faculty, required internships in high-tech industries, and culminating in a senior capstone design project, students are equipped with comprehensive skills and experiences, uniquely preparing them for success in the rapidly advancing tech landscape.
At Florida Poly, internships aren’t just encouraged—they’re a fundamental part of the educational experience. Mandatory for all students, these internships provide direct engagement with high-tech industry leaders. This immersive experience not only provides practical skills but also fosters crucial connections within the industry, frequently paving the way to future employment opportunities for our graduates.
Florida Poly’s capstone design course is the pinnacle of each students’ academic journey, consolidating their four years of learning into a single project. During their senior year, students in this course collaborate with peers from various fields to tackle real-world challenges supported by industry sponsors. Through this interdisciplinary approach, students not only apply theoretical concepts but also gain practical experience, preparing them for successful careers in their respective fields.
Armed with the knowledge and skills gained at Florida Poly, especially through internships and capstone projects, our alumni smoothly entered thriving careers in high-tech industries. These hands-on experiences offered invaluable insights and practical expertise, enabling our alumni to innovate and excel in dynamic, leading-edge settings, influencing the trajectory of technology.
Graduates are expected to be prepared with a solid academic foundation and professional skills that are essential in today’s workforce with the ever-evolving role of industrial engineers. Graduates are expected to attain the following within a few years of graduation.
Upon completion of the industrial engineering degree program, students will attain the following outcomes to be ready to enter professional practice of engineering.
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