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About The Academic Program

The Industrial and Systems Engineering program at the College of Engineering, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, is committed to preparing industrial engineers at a high level of quality, competitiveness, and professionalism. The program aims to support innovation and scientific research, serve the local and international community, and contribute to achieving national goals for sustainable development.

Major

Industrial and Systems Engineering

Language of instruction

English

Duration

5 Years

Academic degree

Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Industrial and Systems Engineering program have numerous career opportunities in both engineering and non-engineering fields. They can pursue roles as industrial engineers in manufacturing systems, design and development, quality control systems, power generation and distribution, risk management sectors, retail and wholesale distribution, information systems, and transportation networks.

Nature and Goals of the Program

This program is set to prepare professional engineers with the ability to analyze, design, and develop institutions, using scientific solutions that adhere to the highest quality management standards. The program aims for its graduates to excel in the fields of management, financial operations, and logistical services in various engineering sectors. The graduates will be capable of achieving optimal operating efficiency through time study and effective project management.

1 Promote educational excellence by integrating modern technologies in the field of industrial engineering and systems.
2 Focus on identifying and solving problems to improve local processes in industry, business, and government sectors.
3 Support research activities and innovation in industrial engineering and systems to community service.
4 Encourage faculty and students to contribute to advancements in knowledge and technology, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
5 Cultivate a program-wide commitment to community service, sustainability, and social responsibility.
6 Strive to improve societal well-being and environmental stewardship through collaborative initiatives that extend the impact of industrial engineering and systems on the community.

K1 Define theoretical concepts related to the industrial and systems engineering field.
K2 Associate industrial engineering theories and models with real problems using mathematical and basic sciences.
K3 Recognize the impact of industrial engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
K4 Recall the knowledge of industrial engineering methodologies and research for addressing topical problems.
S1 Employ engineering, scientific, and mathematical principles to analyze pertinent data while formulating industrial and systems engineering problems, to bolster the process of engineering decision-making.
S2 Examine modern engineering problems and trends, employing experiments and software tools to connect industrial engineering theories with real applications.
S3 Develop engineering interpretation and judgment skills using critical thinking and creative and innovative solutions in theoretical and experimental field of industrial and systems engineering.
S4 Develop engineering interpretation and judgment skills using critical thinking and creative and innovative solutions in theoretical and experimental field of industrial and systems engineering.
S5 Communicate effectively with a range of audiences to build a relationship with industrial engineering community and to provide entrepreneurship.
V1 Support work teams providing leadership and creating a collaborative and inclusive environment while establishing goals to meet and planning tasks related to industrial and systems engineering field.
V2 Judge the impact of industrial engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts while recognizing engineering ethical and professional responsibilities.

1 Apply modern knowledge and technologies in the fields of Industrial and Systems Engineering to address challenges encountered in engineering careers.
2 Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems using the appropriate methods to bolster the engineering decision-making process.
3 Develop creative and innovative solutions and conduct engineering judgments based on critical thinking.
4 Possess skills in industrial engineering, including problem definition, formulation, design, and analysis.
5 Have the capability to advocate for engineering research activities, in accordance with both institutional and community needs.
6 Demonstrate advanced communication skills and leadership abilities for effective performance in supervisory roles within the industry.
7 Adhere to the ethical standards and integrity of the industrial and systems engineering profession.
8 Demonstrate interest, motivation, and capability to engage in ongoing lifelong learning.
9 Foster industrial engineering skills in a professional environment, including considerations of ethics and safety.

Study Plan

Course Code Course Title Credit
Ethics and Islamic Values 2
Islamic Banking and Economics 2
Community Building in Islam 2
English Language (1) 3
English Language (2) 3

Course Code Course Title Credit
Communication Skills 2
Creative Writing 2
Writing Academic Reports 2
Emotional Intelligence Course 2
Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
Principles of Projects Management 2
Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
Principles of E-Commerce 2
Financial Literacy 2
Leadership and Change Management 2
Health Awareness 2
Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
Fitness and Sport Science 2
Sustainable Development 2
Global Citizenship 2
Lifelong Learning Skills 2
Sustainable Ecosystems 2
History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
Good Citizenship Values 2
Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
Basics of Programming 2
Data Analysis and Management 2

Course Code Course Title Credit

Course Code Course Title Credit
Service Operations Management 3
Lean manufacturing 3
Maintenance Planning and Control 3
Total Quality Management 3
Regression and Forecasting 0 OR 3
Metrology 3
Manufacturing Economics 3
Service Operations Management 3
Lean manufacturing 3
Maintenance Planning and Control 3
Total Quality Management 3
Regression and Forecasting 0 OR 3
Metrology 3
Manufacturing Economics 3
Operations of Manufacturing Systems 3
Advance Topics in Supply Chain Management 3
Healthcare Systems Engineering 3
Marketing Management and Research 3
Special Topics in Industrial Engineering 3
Reverse Engineering 3
Special Topics in Systems Engineering 3

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Programming Language )1) 4
English language (1) 3
English language (2) 3 ENG101-1OR ( ENG101AND ENG102 )
Calculus(1) 3
General Physics for Engineering (1) 4

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
General Physics for Engineering (2) 4 PHYS102OR ( PHYS101TAND PHYS141T )
General Chemistry for Engineering 4
Calculus (II) 4

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Solid Mechanics 3 PHYS102AND ( MATH103OR MATH102TOR MATH103TOR MaSc103M )
Calculus (III) 4 MATH103TOR MATH103
Principles of Linear Algebra 3 MATH101OR MATH101T
Probability and Statistics for Engineering (1) 2 MATH103OR MATH103T
Probability and Statistics for Engineering (2) 2 MATH265-1
Academic Writing for Engineering 3 ENG102-2

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Academic & Professional Communication for Engineering 3 ENG104
Introduction to Engineering Design 2 MATH103TOR MATH103
Engineering Drawing 3
Differential Equations 3 MATH103OR MATH103TOR Math102OR MATH102T

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Entrepreneurship 3
Programming Applications for Engineering 3 CS110OR CS110T
Financial Management for Engineering 2 MATH205AND ( MATH221TOR MATH221 )
Material Science and Engineering 3 CHEM103AND PHYS103
Operations Research (1) 3 MATH242OR MATH242T
Decision and Data Analytics 3 MATH265-2OR MATH265

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Engineering Ethics 2
Project Management 3 MATH265-2OR MATH265
Production Planning and Control (1) 3 ISE240
Quality Control 3 MATH265-2OR MATH265
Human Factor Engineering 3 ISE250
Introduction to Numerical Analysis 4 ( MATH103OR MATH103T )AND ( MATH242TOR MATH242 )AND ( CS110OR CS110T )

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Engineering Economy 3
Production Planning and Control (2) 3 ISE220
Industrial Safety Engineering 2 ISE260OR ISE360
Operations Research (2) 3 ISE240
Production Information Systems 3 ISE220

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Supply Chain Management Principles 3 ISE322 Y
Scheduling of Industrial Operations 3 ISE341AND ISE321AND ISE311 Y
Maintenance and Reliability 3 ISE341AND ( MATH265-2OR MATH265 )
Design of Experiments 3 ISE250AND ( MATH265-2OR MATH265 )
Work and Process Improvement 3 ISE321

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Engineering Management 3 ISE305
Facility Layout and Operations 3 ISE321AND ISE341
Simulation Modeling and Analysis 3 ISE341AND ISE321AND ( MATH265-2OR MATH265 )
Capstone Design Project (1) 2 ISE311AND ISE322AND ISE343AND ISE332AND ISE361

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Capstone Design Project (2) 2 ISE471
Co-op Training 6 ISE406AND ISE413AND ISE444AND ISE471