Industrial Engineering (BEng)

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.

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

Program options

Courses

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

Course sequences

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

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.

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, 24 in math, 24 in physics
  • Additional information for CEGEP applicants
• High school: B- overall, B- in math, B- in physics
  • One math from Pre-Calculus, Calculus, or equivalent
  • Grade 12 or university-preparatory physics
  • Canadian curricula course requirements
  • Accepted international qualifications
  • ACT or SAT is not required
  • AP exams are not required but may qualify you for advanced standing
• 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
  • Required courses:
    • Première: Spécialité mathématiques and Spécialité physique-chimie
    • Terminale: Spécialité mathématiques (also accepted, Spécialité Physique-Chimie and Mathématiques Complémentaires)
  • Additional information for Baccalauréat français applicants
• 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 GCS
  • 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

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.

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.