Industrial Engineering @ UWin

Focus on technical content, not just soft skills. Exposure to university-level content and teaching and an upgrade in technical areas.

State-of-the-art educational space providing real world learning opportunities.

Small classes, for a hands-on experience to motivate your career.

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Hold the key to efficiency and cost effectiveness by learning to streamline production systems and design flexible manufacturing approaches. Through co-op, internships, and other industry partnerships, our curriculum emphasizes hands-on skills as well as theory. There’s even an option to minor in Business. We teach transferable skills like leadership and we hire experts to teach communication skills.

Sample Courses: Engineering Mechanics, Engineering Thermofluids, Manufacturing Process Design, Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing, Supply Chain Engineering

SPECIALIZATIONS

INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING

Career Tracks: Air transportation management specialist, industrial and healthcare facilities manager, operations director, industrial engineer, strategic logistics co-ordinator, Assembly maintenance, Consultant, Design engineer, Facility manager, Industrial engineer, Industry trainer, Logistician, Marketing manager, Materials manager, Operations director, Packaging specialist, Performance specialist, Policy analyst, Process engineer, Project manager, Quality assurance supervisor, Quality engineer, Simulation analyst, Strategic logistics, Technical specialist
Professional Designation Possible: PEng (Professional Engineer)

Co-op Co-op Available
G General 3-year program
H Honours 4-year program
T Thesis Available
C Combined Honours programs available

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What Will I Learn?

Understanding and implementing efficient processes for corporate logistics, warehousing and inventory management, and manufacturing supply chains
Understanding and adhering to specific health, safety, and quality control frameworks and regulations
Integrating human factors in product design

Planning effective large-scale projects that manage resources and balance considerations including cost, quality, and speed

Analyzing complex problems and breaking them down into steps/component parts

Paying keen attention to detail and producing error-free work to precise quality standards

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Number of Graduates (2020)

92%

EMPLOYMENT RATE OF GRADUATES*

*6 months following degree completion (Odette Graduate Survey, June 2018)

Explore your opportunities

Assembly maintenance
Consultant
Design engineer
Facility manager
Industrial engineer
Industry trainer
Logistician
Marketing manager
Materials manager
Operations director

Packaging specialist
Performance specialist
Policy analyst
Process engineer
Project manager
Quality assurance supervisor
Quality engineer
Simulation analyst
Strategic logistics
Technical specialist

First Year

Take required courses that are common for all first-year engineering students to provide flexibility in program choice
Review degree course requirements
Meet with an academic advisor such as the undergraduate advisors or associate chair/head
Receive academic support, mentoring and advising from the WINONE office in the Centre for Engineering Innovation

Middle Years

Take required courses and check in with academic advisor to make sure you are on the right path
Look into completing a research project with a faculty member in final year HIP
Begin taking courses in accordance with Industrial Engineering major requirements
Consider completing Business Administration minor to pair with degree
Seek out courses that offer field experience HIP
Start taking courses required as pre-requisites for graduate/professional school

Final Year

Meet with an academic advisor to go over degree requirements
Complete all required courses for your degree
Apply to graduate through UWinsite Student Portal
Work with a faculty member on a research project or publication HIP
Consider completing required courses for Honours Certificate in Civil, Environmental, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering to pair with degree
Choose a capstone project to optimize your senior experience HIP
Explore professional development opportunities through Continuing Education

First Year

Explore co-op options and consider applying in Fall of second year HIP
Investigate research opportunities as part of the Outstanding Scholars program HIP
Aid fourth-year students with their research for their final year capstone project HIP
Gain experience by taking on a summer job
Research student exchange opportunities for middle years HIP
Join a club like the the Engineering Student Society, SAE Baja, or Students Offering Support
Participate in the Bystander Initiative workshop to gain skills that will help you be an effective and supportive ally to prevent sexual assault on campus

Middle Years

Join a professional association in your field such as the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers
Participate in the UWill Discover undergraduate research conference HIP
Seek out opportunities to get experience at a local engineering firm and network with industry professionals
Apply to co-op in fall of second year HIP
Complete a 12 to 16 month co-op placement starting in the summer after second or third year HIP
Apply for student exchange HIP
Expand your skills by working full time in your off semesters or taking on a part-time or volunteer position during your academic terms
Look for a leadership role in a club or society

Final Year

Take part in SAE Baja competition against students from universities all over North America
Become a tutor for Students Offering Support (SOS) HIP
Utilize your knowledge and skills to complete a design experience project in your final-year collaborative capstone course HIP
Complete all required technical and approved non-technical electives

First Year

Start by making a list of things that you enjoy and areas in which you excel
Meet with a career advisor in Career Development and Experiential Learning (CDEL) for help developing a plan for your future years
Consider a career assessment appointment to help you identify possible career paths
Get involved with a part-time job, volunteer opportunity, campus group, or research assistantship
Attend CDEL workshops to learn how to find a summer or part-time job and write a univesity-level resumé
Chat with an advisor during CDEL's Drop In hours to get answers to your career and job search questions

Middle Years

Research career fields and occupations with the help of a CDEL career advisor
Explore opportunities and meet potential employers by participating in job fairs, industry networking events, or CDEL’s Job Shadow Experience
Explore further educational opportunities by attending the Graduate and Professional Schools Fair and researching admission requirements for programs you are interested in
Attend the engineering job fair in June and the annual job fair in January
Create a LinkedIn profile and have it critiqued by CDEL
Take part in informational interviews and use sources like LinkedIn and Ten Thousand Coffees to meet people in your targeted profession
Search job postings to learn what skills, knowledge, and credentials you will need for potential careers

Final Year

If you are considering applying to graduate or professional school, be aware of early application deadlines
Meet with CDEL to prepare application documents like a resumé, cover letter, CV, or personal statement for jobs and education programs you are applying to
Attend CDEL's workshops on interview skills and job search strategies
Set up a mock interview with a career advisor for professional school or job applications
Compose a portfolio of relevant academic and work experience
Chat with an advisor during CDEL's Drop In hours to get answers to your career and job search questions

High-Impact Practices (HIP)

A HIP is an enriching educational experience that can be life-changing and often includes learning outside of the classroom while encouraging meaningful interaction and collaboration.

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