Industrial Engineering Technology (IENG), Bachelor of Science
At the Dunwoody College of Technology, the Industrial Engineering Technology program provides a bachelor’s completion degree option with the skills and theoretical knowledge needed to advance graduates into engineering and management positions in their respective industries. Graduates from this program will be prepared to take on new roles such as: industrial engineer, manufacturing engineer, quality engineer, and process engineer.
Students learn how to apply engineering principles to the work environment, how to work collaboratively in a team environment, and how to use tools and data to anticipate and solve issues in the engineering process. Coursework includes study in manufacturing processes and industrial automation, work methods and design, quality and lean, management, and ethics and social responsibility.
Curriculum is project-based so that theoretical engineering principles are reinforced and experienced through hands-on creation and problem-solving. Arts & Sciences courses help students understand the core mathematical and scientific principles which are the foundation of engineering theory, and provide students with the communication and critical thinking skills required to succeed in the profession.
The program also incorporates a senior capstone project in its final semester that gives students the chance to demonstrate real-world industrial engineering experience. Arts & Sciences curriculum supports the technical coursework by enhancing the students’ communication, mathematics, and critical thinking skills.
Length of Program: 2 years (4 semesters)
Classes Offered: Evening
Available Starts: Fall Semester; Spring Semester
Accreditation: Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET
- An ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to broadly-defined engineering technology activities.
- An ability to select and apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require the application of principles and applied procedures or methodologies.
- An ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments; and to apply experimental results to improve processes.
- An ability to design systems, components, or processes for broadly-defined engineering technology problems appropriate to program educational objectives.
- An ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.
- An ability to identify, analyze, and solve broadly-defined engineering technology problems.
- An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and nontechnical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
- An understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
- An understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity.
- A knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context.
- A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
Admitted students to Industrial Engineering Technology (IENG) can transfer up to 45 technical and 20 Arts & Sciences credits. A transfer evaluation is required. Not all credits may transfer into the degree program.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Credits | 65 | |
| General Requirements | ||
| MATH1700 | Pre Calculus | 3 |
| MATH1810 | Calculus I | 3 |
| MATH1820 | Calculus II | 3 |
| PHYS1810 | Calculus-Based Physics | 3 |
| WRIT4020 | Capstone Technical Writing | 2 |
| Upper Communications | 2 | |
| Upper Humanities | 2 | |
| Upper Social Sciences | 2 | |
| Technical Requirements | ||
| IENG1120 | Introduction to Engineering | 2 |
| IENG3115 | Statistical Quality Control | 2 |
| IENG3145 | Ethics & Social Responsibility for Eng | 2 |
| IENG3150 | Manufacturing Processes with Lab | 3 |
| IENG3215 | Project Management | 2 |
| IENG3235 | Quality Systems | 2 |
| IENG3250 | Lean Systems with Lab | 3 |
| IENG4111 | Ergonomics & Work Measurement | 3 |
| IENG4115 | Supply Chain Management | 2 |
| IENG4125 | Production Planning & Control | 2 |
| IENG4135 | Operations Management | 2 |
| IENG4145 | Engineering Economic Analysis | 2 |
| IENG4210 | Simulation Modeling and Analysis | 3 |
| IENG4250 | Industrial Automation with Lab | 3 |
| IENG4295 | Senior Capstone | 4 |
| Total Credits | 122 | |
The following sample academic plan demonstrates how a student's schedule might look on a semester-by-semester basis, including elective courses. Your actual degree plan may differ from this sequence, depending on whether you start in the fall or spring semester, what transfer credits you may have (if any), and which Arts & Sciences courses and electives you take and when you take them.
The sample academic plan is for informational purposes only. To determine your academic plan, please meet with an academic advisor.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| IENG1120 | Introduction to Engineering | 2 |
| IENG3115 | Statistical Quality Control | 2 |
| IENG3145 | Ethics & Social Responsibility for Eng | 2 |
| IENG3150 | Manufacturing Processes with Lab | 3 |
| MATH1700 | Pre Calculus | 3 |
| Upper Communications | 2 | |
| Credits | 14 | |
| Total Credits | 14 | |
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| IENG3215 | Project Management | 2 |
| IENG3235 | Quality Systems | 2 |
| IENG3250 | Lean Systems with Lab | 3 |
| MATH1810 | Calculus I | 3 |
| WRIT4020 | Capstone Technical Writing | 2 |
| Upper Humanities | 2 | |
| Credits | 14 | |
| Total Credits | 14 | |
| Second Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| IENG4111 | Ergonomics & Work Measurement | 3 |
| IENG4115 | Supply Chain Management | 2 |
| IENG4125 | Production Planning & Control | 2 |
| IENG4135 | Operations Management | 2 |
| IENG4145 | Engineering Economic Analysis | 2 |
| MATH1820 | Calculus II | 3 |
| Credits | 14 | |
| Total Credits | 14 | |
| Second Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| IENG4210 | Simulation Modeling and Analysis | 3 |
| IENG4250 | Industrial Automation with Lab | 3 |
| IENG4295 | Senior Capstone | 4 |
| PHYS1810 | Calculus-Based Physics | 3 |
| Upper Social Sciences | 2 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Descriptions
IENG1120 | Introduction to Engineering | Lecture (2 Credits)
Explore major topics in Engineering. Provides students with a pathway to success in the program, including time management, industry software, study skills, internship availability and career opportunities.
IENG3115 | Statistical Quality Control | Lecture (2 Credits)
Apply statistical methods to study the quality of products and services, determining how to reduce the time required to produce the product and ensure the quality of the product. Topics include probability and statistics, control charts, acceptance criteria and sampling, and case studies.
Prerequisite(s): IENG1120 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 2.00
IENG3150 | Manufacturing Processes with Lab | Lec/Lab (3 Credits)
Examine and apply various manufacturing processes and materials used in product development and manufacturing. Each process is covered from a technical perspective, with an emphasis placed on how multiple processes can be linked together. Several manufacturing processes, such as computer aided design, machining, welding, and electronics are used to design a product.
Prerequisite(s): IENG1120 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 2.00
IENG3145 | Ethics & Social Responsibility for Eng | Lecture (2 Credits)
The theory and application of ethics and social responsibility as it applies to engineering practice. Topics include engineering ethics codes, cultural and diversity issues, environmental concerns, and intellectual property.
Prerequisite(s): IENG1120 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 2.00
IENG3215 | Project Management | Lecture (2 Credits)
Examine the methods and tools used for effective management of engineering projects. Topics include the analytical methods used to budget, schedule, and control projects, as well as risk management, team leadership, and communication.
Prerequisite(s): IENG1120 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00
IENG3235 | Quality Systems | Lecture (2 Credits)
Investigate several quality concepts used to improve quality and customer satisfaction. Topics include principle concepts of quality management: customer, process, and workforce focuses; international standards; concurrent engineering; and performance for excellence, strategy, and knowledge management.
Prerequisite(s): IENG1120 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00
IENG3250 | Lean Systems with Lab | Lec/Lab (3 Credits)
Investigate the history and evolution of lean systems and current day applications to manufacturing, service, and business. Apply fundamental lean philosophies and tools to manufacturing, service, and business. Understand the role of culture transformation and change management techniques in the application of lean tools.
Prerequisite(s): IENG1120 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00
IENG4111 | Ergonomics & Work Measurement | Lecture (3 Credits)
Introduction to ergonomics as applied to the human-machine interface, as well as the fundamental concepts behind work design, with emphasis on measuring work and analyzing work methods. Topics include methods engineering and analysis, time and motion studies, and workplace design considering physical and cognitive ergonomic principles.
Prerequisite(s): IENG1120 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00
IENG4115 | Supply Chain Management | Lecture (2 Credits)
Explain the fundamentals of supply chain management. Topics include the supply chain network, system integration, supply chain strategies, and challenges in managing the supply chain.
Prerequisite(s): IENG1120 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00
IENG4125 | Production Planning & Control | Lecture (2 Credits)
Utilize aspects of management to maximize productivity in a factory or service environment. Topics include sales & operations planning, inventory and capacity management, material requirements planning, and the theory of constraints.
Prerequisite(s): (MATH1810 Lecture Min Credits: 3.00 And IENG1120 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00)
IENG4135 | Operations Management | Lecture (2 Credits)
Explain the planning, organization, coordination, and control of the resources needed to produce a company?s goods and services. Topics include strategy alignment, capacity planning, aggregate plans, and the importance of work place safety.
Prerequisite(s): IENG1120 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00
IENG4145 | Engineering Economic Analysis | Lecture (2 Credits)
The concepts of finance and economics within the engineering environment. Analyze costs, risk, funding options, economic return on investment, and legal and environmental concerns.
Prerequisite(s): (MATH1810 Lecture Min Credits: 3.00 And IENG1120 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00)
IENG4210 | Simulation Modeling and Analysis | Lecture (3 Credits)
Utilize simulation to create, analyze, and evaluate realistic models of real-world environments. Topics include Monte Carlo simulation, queuing theory, selecting input distributions, animation in simulation, and evaluating simulation output.
Prerequisite(s): (MATH1810 Lecture Min Credits: 3.00 And IENG1120 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00)
IENG4250 | Industrial Automation with Lab | Lec/Lab (3 Credits)
Investigate and apply several automated processes used in manufacturing, service, and business processes. Topics include automated work systems, safety, and design of systems.
Prerequisite(s): (MATH1820 Lecture Min Credits: 3.00 And IENG1120 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00)
IENG4295 | Senior Capstone | Practicum (4 Credits)
Demonstrate overall content knowledge of the program outcomes through a major project. Conduct a final presentation of the project and explain how it applies to the engineering program outcomes.
Prerequisite(s): (WRIT4020 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 2.00 And IENG1120 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00)
MATH1700 | Pre Calculus | Lecture (3 Credits)
Preparation for Calculus. Topics include understanding functions from symbolic, tabular, and graphical perspectives. Explore function transformations and composition, polynomial functions, rational polynomial functions, trigonometric functions, exponential functions, and conic sections. The focus is on problem solving using mathematical models to represent real world situations.
General Education: Mathematics
MATH1810 | Calculus I | Lecture (3 Credits)
The fundamental tool used by engineers and scientists to determine critical measurements, such as maximums, minimums and allowable rates of change. Computer software will enable the application of limits, derivatives, transcendental functions, implicit differentiation and related rates.
Corequisite(s): PHYS1800 Lec/Lab, PHYS1810 Lecture
General Education: Mathematics
WRIT4020 | Capstone Technical Writing | Lecture (2 Credits)
Research, plan, and organize professional documents for the capstone project. Topics include assessment techniques, special audience considerations, professional speaking skills, and presentation aids.
General Education: Upper Communications
MATH1820 | Calculus II | Lecture (3 Credits)
The fundamental tool used by engineers and scientists to determine critical measurements, such as calculating the area under curves or the capacities inside of complex geometries. Computer software will enable the application of the definite integral, the fundamental theorem of calculus, applications of integration, and numerical methods of integration.
Prerequisite(s): MATH1810 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00 Or MATH2200 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00
Corequisite(s): PHYS1820 Lec/Lab
General Education: Mathematics
PHYS1810 | Calculus-Based Physics | Lecture (3 Credits)
Introduction to mechanics using calculus, vectors and graphs to describe motion, and to analyze it in terms of forces and conservation laws. Applications include projectiles, orbits, oscillations and fluids.
Prerequisite(s): MATH1810 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00 Or MATH1811 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00
Corequisite(s): MATH1810 Lecture, MATH1811 Lecture
General Education: Natural Sciences