Industrial Engineering

Mission

The primary objective of the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering is to provide students with the highest-quality learning that meets the needs of industry and society, preparing our graduates to pursue successful careers. The strength of the program is its emphasis on hands-on experience through its base in the methodology of Design-Build-Test, where students can build and test their theoretical designs. The curriculum provides a solid foundation in science and engineering in the fields of mechanics, fluid flow, heat transfer, energy, material science, and dynamic systems. Mechanical Engineering graduates are equipped with the knowledge to engage in lifelong learning to impact their communities and address important societal issues.

The department has an interconnected objective to contribute to the advancement of knowledge by developing and maintaining strong research programs to complement our educational mission and address the evolving needs of industry and society through the following national needs: Energy and Sustainability, Defense and Security, Manufacturing and Industry, and Engineering Education.

Requirements of the Major

Educational Objectives and Learning Outcomes

Program Educational Objectives are defined as the expected accomplishments of graduates of the program in first few years after graduation. Graduates of the BSE Industrial Engineering program at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell will be able to:
  • Pursue successful careers, in mechanical engineering or related fields, that sustain or improve socio-economic levels for themselves and their families and/or enhance personal fulfillment. 
  • Engage in continuing education and development in their professional field. 
  • Engage in service activities, related to their profession, that benefit society and the community. 
  • Continually evaluate their professional actions in light of their personal and professional ethics. 
  • Apply the principles of sustainable engineering in their professional careers. 

The student outcomes for the BSE degree in industrial engineering at UMass Lowell are as follows. At graduation students should: 

  • Be able to apply the principles of advanced engineering math and science to the solution of problems in engineering. 
  • Be able to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data. 
  • Be able to design, build, and test a system, component, or process to meet required needs. 
  • Be able to integrate the use of modern computer-based engineering tools into engineering practice. 
  • Be able to communicate effectively and function on multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Understand the need to assess the impact of engineering designs on society. This should include factors such as economics, ergonomics, the environment, and sustainability. 
  • Understand the concept of the engineering profession through an exposure to professional societies, professional registration, the need for lifelong learning, and professional ethics.