B.Eng. · Undergraduate
Industrial & Systems Engineering
- Degree
- B.Eng.
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
- Credits
- 128
Programme overview
The Industrial & Systems Engineering program at Timbuktu American University (TAU) trains students to design, optimize, and manage complex systems that integrate people, technology, materials, and information. With a balance of engineering principles, management science, and operations research, the program prepares graduates to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity in industries ranging from manufacturing and logistics to healthcare and services.
Curriculum
Year 1
7 coursesFoundations in Engineering & Management
- 01Introduction to Industrial & Systems Engineering
- 02Calculus I & II
- 03General Physics I (Mechanics & Energy)
- 04General Chemistry for Engineers
- 05Engineering Drawing & CAD
- 06Academic Writing & Communication
- 07Introduction to Computing for Engineers
Year 2
7 coursesCore Engineering & Operations Principles
- 01Engineering Mathematics III (Linear Algebra & Differential Equations)
- 02Probability & Statistics for Engineers
- 03Operations Research I (Modeling & Optimization)
- 04Human Factors Engineering (Ergonomics & Safety)
- 05Manufacturing Processes I
- 06Engineering Economics & Cost Analysis
- 07Systems Modeling & Simulation I
Year 3
7 coursesAdvanced Industrial Systems
- 01Operations Research II (Stochastic Models)
- 02Supply Chain Management & Logistics Engineering
- 03Production Planning & Control
- 04Quality Control & Six Sigma
- 05Systems Modeling & Simulation II (Discrete Event Simulation)
- 06Database Systems & Information Management
- 07Industrial Automation & Robotics
Year 4
9 coursesIntegration, Innovation & Capstone
- 01Lean Manufacturing & Process Improvement
- 02Project Management for Engineers
- 03Decision Analysis & Risk Management
- 04Enterprise Systems & Global Operations
- 05Sustainable Industrial Systems (Green Manufacturing)
- 06Capstone Project (e.g
- 07Smart Factory Design
- 08Supply Chain Optimization)
- 09Internship/Industry Placement
Course lists are indicative and may be updated as the programme is accredited and reviewed.
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