Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

The mission of University of Minnesota Duluth's (UMD) Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering program is to deliver a hands-on, laboratory-intensive undergraduate education that provides students with the tools and skills to excel in the profession as they pursue lifelong learning and make positive contributions to society. The program emphasizes integrated systems and offers unique opportunities for undergraduate research.

• Active learning environment
• Access to state-of-the–art instrumentation
• Focus on undergraduate teaching and research

Acquired Skills

• an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
• an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
• an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
• an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams

Career Possibilities

Mechanical & Industrial Engineering graduates are qualified for employment in a wide variety of organizations, both public and private. Industrial engineers must work well on teams because they need help from others to collect information about problems and to implement solutions. For example, recent graduates have taken positions with the following: Apple, Altec, Amsoil, Boston Scientific, Cirrus, Honeywell, Northern Tool, St. Jude Medical, Target Corp., Tundra Innovations and the United States Air Force.