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University of the Witwatersrand

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering in Engineering and Technology is offered by University of the Witwatersrand.

Program Length: 4 YEARS.

Subjects: 37.

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering offered by the University of the Witwatersrand

Industrial Engineering studies the systems, processes, technology, and people that make up organisations. They use various methods to integrate complex systems and processes.

Industrial engineers apply science, mathematics, and engineering methods to understand and integrate complex systems and processes. They increase productivity and quality by finding improved ways of doing things.

Industrial Engineers need to have knowledge and skills in a wide variety of disciplines. An Industrial Engineering degree at Wits will equip you with a solid foundation in the science of Engineering with an emphasis on developing analytical techniques and generalised problem solving skills. 

Curriculum

First year

• Engineering Chemistry
• Introduction to the Engineering Profession
• Engineering Analysis and Design IA and IB
• Engineering Mathematics IA and IB
• Engineering Physics IA and IB
• Applied Mechanics for Engineering
• Elective from Faculty of Humanities

Second year

• Mathematics II
• Electrical Engineering
• Fluid Mechanics I
• Mechanical Engineering Laboratory I
• Engineering Thermodynamics I
• Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering
• Applied Mechanics A and B
• Computer Skills and Software Development
• Mechanical Engineering Design I

Third year

• Industrial Engineering Design
• Industrial Engineering Laboratory
• Mechatronics I
• Business Management
• Operations Management: Techniques
• Manufacturing Technology: Processes
• Principles of Organisational Behaviour
• Engineering in its Social Context
• Operations Research
• Mathematical Topics (Industrial)
• Mathematical Methods (Industrial)
• Vacation Work I

Fourth year

• Design Project
• Research Project
• Manufacturing Technology: Systems
• Business Studies
• Systems Management and Integration
• Decision Support and Intelligence Systems
• Operations Management: Systems Integration
• Engineering Professional Activity
• Vacation Work II