Improving Complex Systems
Industrial Engineering (IE) is one of the fastest-growing and most sought-after professions in the world. It draws upon specialized knowledge and skills in the mathematical, physical and social sciences to specify, predict and evaluate results.
Industrial engineers design, install and improve the complex systems that provide goods and services vital to our society and economy. These systems place unique demands for the breadth of preparation on industrial engineers. At Clemson, industrial engineering students work on hands-on projects and take advantage of cooperative education opportunities to help them redesign how people work.
Undergraduate Studies
The Department of Industrial Engineering at Clemson offers foundational coursework in all significant areas of industrial engineering. This strong foundation supports our students in obtaining highly sought jobs after graduation and in pursuing professional licensure through NCEES.
Within the department, you will build a record of successful work experiences designing, developing, implementing and improving engineering systems. The first industrial engineering course project will have you working for an on-campus client, culminating in a capstone project that allows you to apply everything you've learned to a project for an off-campus client. Departmental Honors is thesis-based rather than course-based and can be added to enhance the degree.
B.S. Program Industrial HonorsInternational Experience
While abroad in Clermont-Ferrand, France, students explore and experience European culture through hikes, weekend trips, and town celebrations. A unique feature of the program is the blend of classroom learning, cultural awareness, and connection to industry leaders.
“One of my favorite parts of my study abroad experience was going on weekend trips to different cities in France (and Italy) with my classmates. We were able to travel to Lyon, Milan, Marseille, Annecy, and finally, Paris. While studying in Clermont-Ferrand during the week, we were able to meet with Michelin executives and explore the area that we called "home" for 6 weeks. I wish I could go back and do it all again! ”
Anna ShulerIndustrial Engineering
Faculty-Led Programs
Clermont-Ferrand Study Abroad
2022 was the inaugural year of the Clermont-Ferrand Study Abroad program. The program focuses on current issues in transportation, logistics, and healthcare, the fundamentals of mathematical modeling and how modeling is used to solve these complex issues, and the cultural differences (professional and personal) between the U.S. and France. Students visit French businesses and organizations in transportation, logistics, and healthcare and have guest lectures or panel sessions with industry professionals and faculty from Université Clermont Auvergne.
Academic Support
After the first year of classes, students can declare their major in Industrial Engineering. Each student is assigned an academic advisor and a faculty advisor upon entering the industrial engineering program.
Industrial Advising- Academic Policies
- Career Planning
- Change Major
- Course Registration
- Credits Taken Elsewhere
- Degree Requirements
- Internship Opportunities
Beyond the Classroom
Creative Inquiry
Creative Inquiry (CI) is a form of undergraduate research that uses an imaginative way to address different topics. Current CI projects cover topics such as artificial intelligence techniques in clinical training, machine learning in cybersecurity, disaster relief logistics planning, healthcare modeling and human factors in healthcare.
CI ProjectsStudy Abroad
In an increasingly globalized world, including an international background in engineering is invaluable. Through our study abroad program at Clemson, students can gain challenging real-world experience. For a list of degree-advancing study abroad opportunities visit our study abroad page.
IE Study Abroad
CO-OP
Many Industrial Engineering undergrads elect to participate in the Cooperative Education Program. The co-op program enables students to alternate semesters of work and study to gain practical experience in industrial engineering while pursuing their academic goals.
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