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Industrial Engineering (BEng)

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Degree
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)
Department
Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering
Faculty
Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science

Program overview Program structure Admission criteria After your degree

Duration
4 to 5 years
Primary campus
Sir George Williams (SGW)
Experiential learning
Co-op
Start term
Fall, Winter

Program overview Program structure Admission criteria After your degree

Why study Industrial Engineering?

Use your knowledge of human behaviour, equipment, information and modes of communication to develop processes that work. Industrial engineers are experts in optimization who apply mathematics, engineering and psychological principles to improve productivity, safety and quality. A knack for project management can lead to a career in many different economic sectors.

In the Engineering Design and Manufacturing and Computer Integrated Manufacturing labs, you’ll get practical experience with the tools and equipment you may use in the field. Through labs, lectures and projects, you’ll also:

  • Study the fundamentals of manufacturing and industrial systems
  • Identify trouble spots and develop solutions to improve productivity, quality and safety
  • Consider human factors when designing manufacturing processes and systems
  • Apply these disciplines to “human systems,” such as government, hospitals, banks and other service sector organizations

Our program is accredited by Engineers Canada and you’ll graduate eligible to become a registered professional engineer.

Special funding for out-of-province students

Up to $4000 for undergraduate programs.

Undergraduate applicants

Program structure

A Bachelor of Engineering degree takes a minimum of four years (120 credits) of full-time study, depending on your academic background.

Program options

See the curriculum details in the Undergraduate Calendar

Courses

The program in Industrial Engineering consists of the Engineering Core, the Industrial Engineering Core, and elective credits.

See the course descriptions in the Undergraduate Calendar

Course sequences

See the course sequence by semester of entry into the program

Sample projects

  • Balance a manufacturing assembly line
  • Improve flow control problems in computer networks
  • Design an ergonomic human-machine interface
Learn more about Capstone projects

Co-op program

The Co-op program gives you the chance to complete paid work terms that last 12 to 16 weeks. As a Co-op student, you will work for engineering firms where you may:

  • Evaluate the ergonomics of a work station
  • Develop performance indicators
  • Design a plant layout to accommodate a specific production line
  • Evaluate and identify the best path for internal material flow

In your final year as a Co-op student, you will be capable of performing your tasks in a way that most firms expect from their qualified engineers.

Learn more about the Co-op program

Admission criteria

Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements

  • Quebec CEGEP: 24 overall, 23 math, 22 physics
    • Admission is based on applicants’ overall, math and physics CRC indicated above and completion of the following classes as part of their DEC: General Chemistry 1; Calculus 1 and Calculus 2 and Linear Algebra; Mechanics and Electricity and Magnetism.
    • Students completing a three-year technical DEC may also be eligible for admission
      Eligible technical DECs include 241.A0 or 235.B0
      • Advanced standing may be possible
      • Overall R score of 24 and if taken, 23 in math, 22 in physics
    • Additional information for CEGEP applicants
  • High school: B- overall, B- in math, B- in physics
  • Indigenous Bridging Program: First Nations, Inuit and Métis students who do not meet Concordia’s conventional admission requirements may be eligible for admission through the Kaié:ri Nikawerà:ke Indigenous Bridging Program
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 27 overall, 4 HL or SL math, 4 HL or SL physics
    • Accepted math: Applications and Interpretations HL, Analysis and Approaches SL or HL
    • Math or physics course must be HL
  • Baccalauréat français: 12 overall, 12 in math, 12 in science
  • British system of education (GCE):
    • A-levels: At least two A-level exams CD, C in math, C in physics or
    • AS-levels: At least 4 AS-level exams with equivalent results or
    • BTEC: Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject area with equivalent results
    • Students without math or physics A-levels may be admissible based on AS-level or iGCSE/GCSE/O-Level exam results. Students should include all their exam results from iGCSE (or equivalent) onwards to support their application.
    • Additional information for British System of Education (GCE) applicants
  • University transfer (internal): 2.5 overall, 2.5 in math/physics, 2.0 in courses offered by the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science
    • At least two of the following (or equivalent): MATH 203, 204, 205
    • PHYS 204 or 205 (or equivalent)
  • University transfer (external): B- overall, B- in math, B- in physics
    • Courses in the disciplines of Calculus, Chemistry and Physics
You must meet Concordia's minimum admission requirements

Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.

Application deadlines

It’s not too late to apply

Some undergraduate programs are still accepting applications for fall 2024.

Check program availability
Fall term

FALL TERM

March 1 is the deadline to apply for fall term entry. International students are encouraged to apply by February 1 to allow sufficient time for CAQ and study permit application processing.

Winter term

WINTER

November 1 is the deadline to apply for winter term entry. International students are encouraged to apply by September 1 to allow sufficient time for CAQ and study permit application processing.

Not all programs are available for winter term entry. Please check program availability for the term, before you start your application.

We reserve the right to close admission to a program at any time after the official deadline without prior notice.

Funding note

Quebec residents who enroll in this program and meet the eligibility criteria may apply for funding of $2,500 per term through the Quebec Perspective Bursary (Bourse Perspective Quebec).

Learn more

United States students: A U.S. Federal Student Aid-eligible version of this program is offered. This version meets all U.S. regulations (such as no co-operative education or e-courses) for eligible programs.

Get the full details about U.S. loan eligibility and requirements

After your degree

Industrial Engineering alumni have established careers in a range of fields, including hospitals, banks, airlines, transportation and retail companies. Some have been hired by:

  • Kraft
  • Aldo Group
  • Atomic Energy of Canada Limited
  • Canadian Space Agency
  • National Research Council
  • Natural Resources Canada
  • IBM Canada Ltd.
Learn more about career options in Industrial Engineering

Student story

Gabrielle Gallant

Gabrielle Gallant

Pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering
Option: Industrial Engineering

In my first week of school, I was looking around my thermodynamics class and thought, this is really where I’m meant to be.

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