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2026-2027 University Catalog
Industrial Engineering Technology, BS
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About the Program
The Industrial Engineering Technology major is part of the Industrial Engineering Technology program. The industrial engineering technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s general criteria and program criteria for Industrial Engineering Technology and similarly named programs. The Industrial Engineering Technology major prepares students to design, improve, and implement complex engineering systems that integrate people, processes, materials, and technology. The program emphasizes applied engineering analysis, systems design, experimentation, and data-driven decision-making to solve broadly defined engineering problems in manufacturing, service, healthcare, logistics, and supply chain environments.
Students develop strong competencies in:
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Team-based problem solving Through hands-on laboratory experiences, applied coursework, and a two-course industry-based capstone sequence, students learn to translate technical concepts into implementable solutions. Emphasis is placed on modern engineering tools, analytical methods, and professional communication within multidisciplinary and global environments.
Graduates are prepared to function effectively as engineering technologists who bridge design and implementation - improving operational performance, increasing efficiency, and leading technical initiatives across industrial and service sectors.
Program Website School of Engineering Technology Major Change (CODO) Requirements Degree Requirements
120 Credits RequiredDepartment/Program Major Courses (40 credits)
Required Department Courses (40 credits)
Other Departmental Courses (65-80 credits)
Optional Concentrations
Optional concentrations may not be available at all locations. Please contact your academic advisor for location information. University Requirements
University Core Requirements
For a complete listing of University Core Course Selectives, visit the University Senate Website. - AI Working Competency (UCC: AI)
- Human Cultures: Behavioral/Social Science (UCC: BSS)
- Human Cultures: Humanities (UCC: HUM)
- Information Literacy (UCC: IL)
- Oral Communication (UCC: OC)
- Quantitative Reasoning (UCC: QR)
- Science #1 (UCC: SCI)
- Science #2 (UCC: SCI)
- Science, Technology, and Society (UCC: STS)
- Written Communication (UCC: WC)
Civics Literacy Proficiency Requirement
To obtain the Civics Literacy credential, all Baccalaureate degree seeking students will complete the Civics Literacy Podcast pathway - Complete 12 podcasts created by the Purdue Center for C-SPAN Scholarship & Engagement that use C-SPAN material and pass the required quizzes per episode. After the pathway has been successfully completed, students will take the Civics Literacy knowledge test. Civics Literacy does not impact a student’s GPA or bear any financial costs. More details about each pathway and how to complete the requirement can be found on the Civics Literacy Student Dashboard in myPurdue. Upper Level Requirement
- Resident study at Purdue University for at least two semesters and the enrollment in and completion of at least 32 semester hours of coursework required and approved for the completion of the degree. These courses are expected to be at least junior-level (30000+) courses.
- Students should be able to fulfill most, if not all, of these credits within their major requirements; there should be a clear pathway for students to complete any credits not completed within their major.
Notes
- 2.0 Graduation GPA required for Bachelor of Science degree.
- TIET majors allow Pass/No Pass grading for electives only all other degree requirements must be taken for a grade.
- 32 credits of upper division courses (30000 level or higher) must be taken at Purdue University, West Lafayette.
- ANY COURSE TAKEN AT PURDUE CAN BE ATTEMPTED NO MORE THAN THREE TIMES (INCLUSIVE OF W, WF, I AND IF).
Sample 4-Year Plan
The following sample plan of study is a suggested arrangement of courses. Consultation with an advisor may result in an altered plan customized for an individual student.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will:
- Apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems.
- Design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems.
- Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
- Conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes.
- Function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.
Pre-Requisite Information
For pre-requisite information, log in to mypurdue.purdue.edu and click here. World Language Courses
World Language proficiency requirements vary by program. The following list is inclusive of all world languages PWL offers for credit; for acceptable languages and proficiency levels, see your advisor. (ASL-American Sign Language; ARAB-Arabic; CHNS-Chinese; FR-French; GER-German; GREK-Greek(Ancient); HEBR-Hebrew(Biblical); HEBR-Hebrew(Modern); ITAL-Italian; JPNS-Japanese; KOR-Korean; LATN-Latin; PTGS-Portuguese; RUSS-Russian; SPAN-Spanish) Critical Course
The ♦ course is considered critical. In alignment with the Degree Map Guidance for Indiana’s Public Colleges and Universities, published by the Commission for Higher Education (pursuant to HEA 1348-2013), a Critical Course is identified as “one that a student must be able to pass to persist and succeed in a particular major. Students who want to be nurses, for example, should know that they are expected to be proficient in courses like biology in order to be successful. These would be identified by the institutions for each degree program.” Disclaimer
The student is ultimately responsible for knowing and completing all degree requirements. Consultation with an advisor may result in an altered plan customized for an individual student. The myPurduePlan powered by DegreeWorks is the knowledge source for specific requirements and completion. Comparative information about Purdue University and other U.S. educational institutions is also available through the College Navigator tool, provided by the National Center for Education Statistics, and through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. |
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