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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN that is fundamental, yet broad and flexible. The program Program Learning Outcomes
seeks to produce graduates who are well-rounded in
The following learning outcomes describe the competencies
mathematical, scientific, and technical knowledge; who
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING are prepared for the practice of industrial engineering and skills that Abu Dhabi University Industrial Engineering
students will acquire by graduation:
with sufficient depth to continue their education beyond
the baccalaureate degree; who have the ability to analyze,
evaluate, and design engineering systems; who have 1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex
applying
principles
of
engineering
by
problems
the ability to communicate effectively; who have gained engineering, science, and mathematics
sufficient awareness of the current and emerging industrial
practices through participation in industrial internship 2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce
experiences; and who have acquired an understanding of solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of
and appreciation for global and societal issues and are thus public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural,
prepared for a career path towards leadership in industry, social, environmental, and economic factors
government, and academia.
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of
audiences
Program Objectives 4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional
The objectives of the program are to produce Industrial responsibilities in engineering situations and make
Engineers who will be able to: informed judgments, which must consider the impact of
engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental,
1. Demonstrate success in the industrial engineering and societal contexts
field with a good set of technical, problem solving, and
leadership accomplishments. 5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose
members together provide leadership, create a
2. Participate in life-long learning activities such as training, collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals,
continuing education, or graduate studies. plan tasks, and meet objectives
3. Contribute to the development and growth of local 6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate
and global communities and uphold ethical, social, and experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use
professional responsibilities. engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as
needed, using appropriate learning strategies
Introduction are identical to the BSc in Mechanical Engineering, which
means you can change between the two programs without
Industrial Engineering is concerned with the optimization losing credit.
of complex processes, systems, or organizations. This Curriculum
is done through the development, improvement, and With an emphasis on the role of Industrial engineering in Total Credit Hours: 138
implementation of integrated systems of people, money, the service industries prevalent in the Abu Dhabi economy,
materials, equipment, and energy. It is an engineering quality systems, and operations research and optimization,
approach to the detailed analysis of the use and cost of the program supports Abu Dhabi’s journey towards a less General Education Requirements 27 credit hours
these resources. Industrial Engineers play a pivotal role oil-dependent economy.
in increasing productivity and profit, improving quality, In addition to specialized industrial engineering College Requirements 35 credit hours
and streamlining operations. They work on methods for laboratories, the program benefits from state-of-the-art
improving the operations and controlling production costs, mechanical engineering facilities including a machine Major Requirements 67 credit hours
improving the quality of products and services, ensuring shop, manufacturing CAD/CAM laboratory, control & Major Electives 6 credit hours
worker health and safety, protecting the environment, and mechatronics laboratory, thermo-fluids laboratory, metal
complying with government regulations. cooling facility laboratory, and condition-based monitoring Open Electives 3 credit hours
The program combines natural sciences, mathematics, laboratory.
computing, social sciences, and management with
mechanical engineering and design. You will study state- Program Mission
of-the-art courses in 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing,
Facilities Planning & Asset Management, Project & Supply The educational mission of the industrial engineering
Chain Management, Entrepreneurship, and Environmental undergraduate program is to provide students with a high-
& Safety Engineering. The first two years of the program quality education through a well-developed curriculum

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