Industrial Engineering is a discipline that integrates several branches of engineering education with the objective of optimizing and improving complex engineering processes, systems, or organizations. This is achieved by implementing innovative integrated systems of people, knowledge, and equipment with financial effectiveness. In addition to the standard 4-year program, an optional ‘and management’ designation is offered. This option allows students to complete an additional year of business courses between engineering years 3 and 4. Students in Industrial Engineering will also have the opportunity to join a Co-Op degree option. Graduates of the Industrial Engineering program will have the expertise to work, analyze, and manage the work of others in areas of research, development, design, analysis, maintenance, and operations. These opportunities arise in a variety of industries and services including automotive, aerospace, heavy and precision machinery, robotics and automation, power generation, information/telecommunications, and health care systems.