B. Sc. in Industrial Engineering
Studies in the field of Industrial Engineering combine theoretical and practical studies in engineering, computerization and management. In the beginning, the student learns scientific and engineering fundamentals, and thereafter basic studies in the field of Industrial Engineering and specialization in a particular track.
At the conclusion of studies, the student obtains an academic degree – a B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering.
The Industrial Engineer
The work of the industrial engineer includes characterizing, analyzing, developing and operating complex systems that include human and computer resources.
The study program in the Industrial Engineering Department
The study program focuses on two principal specialization tracks: the field of information systems and the field of operations management. These are two fields for which demand is increasing in the high-tech profession of industrial engineering and in organizations and systems that contend with the complexity, competitive nature and dynamism of the modern industrial and business world.
In the framework of basic studies in the sciences, emphasis is placed on mathematical studies and mathematical thinking. Engineering fundamentals include elements from mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and electronics. Basic studies in the industry & management engineering profession include grounding in probabilities, statistics, psychology and disciplines such as production management, quality assurance and control, organizational behavior and project management.
Specialization Track 1 – Information Systems
In the framework of specialization in the field of information systems, the student delves into issues of the development, analysis and design of information systems, software, databases and data storage, data mining and the man-computer interface.
Specialization Track 2 – Operations Management
In the framework of specialization in the field of operations management, the student learns to contend with complex systems and obtains knowledge in organizational structures, the analysis of events, logistics and product lifecycle.
Students in the Industrial Enginneering Department prepare a final project in their last year of studies. The final project is prepared at an outside firm under the tutelage of a mentor from the company and an academic mentor from the College. Examples of companies at which projects are prepared include: Intel, Teva, Israel Aircraft Industries, NDS, the Shaarei Zedek and Haddassa Ein Kerem hospitals and others.
