Program Overview

Program Overview

The Industrial Engineering program at King Khalid University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of industrial engineering. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to analyze, design, and manage complex systems and processes.

Program Objectives

The program objectives are to:

• Achieve local leadership in education, scientific research, and community service in the field of industrial engineering
• Qualify students with basic and engineering knowledge, thinking skills, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Prepare cadres with internal motivation for continuous development in the field of industrial engineering to meet the needs of society

Program Educational Objectives

The program educational objectives are to:

1. Analyze problems and create innovative engineering designs in the field of industrial engineering
2. Use modern technology and design tools, work effectively individually and in a group, and exchange ideas clearly in written, oral, and graphical forms
3. Increase personal knowledge and professional and academic skills
4. Work committed to the ethics, rules, and etiquette of practicing the profession as a member of a team/team leader for community development

Admission and Graduation Requirements

The evaluation of Industrial Engineering students is discussed in individual sections below for both incoming freshman and transfer students.

Study Plan

The Industrial Engineering program study plan is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of industrial engineering. The program consists of five years, divided into ten levels (semesters).

Curriculum Map

The curriculum map for the Bachelor of Industrial Engineering program outlines the courses and requirements for the program.

Program Educational Objectives and Student Outcomes

The program educational objectives and student outcomes are:

Program Educational Objectives

1. Lead in providing innovative Industrial Engineering solutions that meet different market needs
2. Address social and ethical issues in the Industrial Engineering field to ensure economic and safe environment for everyone
3. Demonstrate professional competencies such as excellent communication skills and productive teamwork
4. Pursue further studies in the field of Industrial Engineering or similar disciplines and engage in life-long learning

Student Outcomes

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Accreditation

The Industrial Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Laboratories

The Department of Industrial Engineering has several teaching and research laboratories, which are well-equipped with cutting-edge technological equipment. These resources are used to train undergraduate and postgraduate students and conduct research projects by researchers and faculty to serve the society and contribute to the overall development process of the country.