Industrial Engineering
Technology
Industrial engineering technologists study the efficient use of
personnel, materials, and machines in factories, stores, repair
shops, and offices. They prepare layouts of machinery and equipment,
plan the flow of work, make statistical studies, and analyze
production costs. Industrial engineering technologist typically work
in areas such as cost estimating, facilities planning, manufacturing
process design, production control, or quality assurance. Industrial
engineering technologists work in teams with others to solve problems
dealing with a work location, the layout of a plant, the flow of
materials in a facility, production planning and control, the safety of
workers, and quality control. They work in a wide variety of industries
and fields, including manufacturing, medical care, transportation,
software development, and government.
 Preparation
Those
interested in a career in industrial engineering technology should
consider reviewing engineering technology programs that are accredited
by ABET, Inc. However, there are many ET programs not yet accredited by
ABET, so check with your local community college or university for more
information. If you choose to attend a program that is not ABET
accredited, you should be sure that the university is
regionally accredited. Students explore cost estimating,
industrial and environmental safety, quantitative methods, statistical
process control, and quality control.
Professional Organizations
 Institute
of Industrial Engineers
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