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Theses from 2023 2023.

Mining High Impact Combinations of Conditions from the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey , Arjun Mohan, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2022 2022

Systematic Review of Driver Distraction in the Context of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) & Automated Driving Systems (ADS) , Apoorva Pramod Hungund, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2021 2021

Comparing and Improving the Design of Physical Activity Data Visualizations , Peter M. Frackleton, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Robustness of Supply Chain Synchronization Strategies , Andrew Frere, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2020 2020

Optimal Mammography Schedule Estimates Under Varying Disease Burden, Infrastructure Availability, and Other Cause Mortality: A Comparative Analyses of Six Low- and Middle- Income Countries , Shifali Shifali, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2019 2019

ADVANCED VIRTUAL REALITY HEADSET BASED TRAINING TO IMPROVE YOUNG DRIVERS’ LATENT HAZARD ANTICIPATION ABILITY , Ravi Agrawal, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

THE EVACUATION PROBLEM IN MULTI-STORY BUILDINGS , Quang Hong Cung, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

MARKOV DECISION PROCESS APPROACH TO STRATEGIZE NATIONAL BREAST CANCER SCREENING POLICY IN DATA-LIMITED SETTINGS , Vijeta Deshpande, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

A Computational Simulation Model for Predicting Infectious Disease Spread using the Evolving Contact Network Algorithm , Buyannemekh Munkhbat, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Effects of Task Load on Situational Awareness During Rear-End Crash Scenarios - A Simulator Study , Rajiv Nair, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2018 2018

Does the Elicitation Mode Matter? Comparing Different Methods for Eliciting Expert Judgement , Claire Cruickshank, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

The Application of Usability Engineering Methods to Evaluate and Improve a Clinical Decision Support System , Kristine DeSotto, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Evaluation and Validation of Distraction Detection Algorithms on Multiple Data Sources , Shashank Mehrotra, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Impact of Perceptual Speed Calming Curve Countermeasures On Drivers’ Anticipation & Mitigation Ability – A Driving Simulator Study , Krishna Valluru, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2017 2017

Explorations into Machine Learning Techniques for Precipitation Nowcasting , Aditya Nagarajan, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2016 2016

Simulation of 48-Hour Queue Dynamics for A Semi-Private Hospital Ward Considering Blocked Beds , Wei Chen, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Strategies for Reducing Supplier Risk: Inputs into the Supply Chain , Christopher A. Greene, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Aircraft Demand Forecasting , Kayla M. Monahan, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2015 2015

Evaluation of a Training Program (STRAP) Designed to Decrease Young Drivers Secondary Task Engagement in High Risk Scenarios , Akhilesh Krishnan, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2014 2014

Delivery Performance Prediction Tool for Complex Assembly Systems , Faried D. Beladi, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Investigating Teenage Drivers' Driving Behavior before and after LAG (Less Aggressive Goals) Training Program , Jingyi Zhang, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2013 2013

Endogenous Technological Change In The Dice Integrated Assessment Model , Robert W. Barron, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Factors Which Influence Key Entry Speed On Hard and Soft Keyboards: Experience, Eye Behaviors and Finger Movements , Seckin Celik, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Comparing the Present U.S. Electricity Grid to a Smart Grid System , Charthamkudath Jubith Sadanandan, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Using Computer Simulation to Study Hospital Admission and Discharge Processes , Edwin S. Kim, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

An Evaluation of Methods to Assess Whether Health Information Technology-Based Tools Improve Weight Loss Measures in Bariatric Surgery Patients , Jocelyn R. Morgan, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Effects of Different Methods of Aggregation of Probabilities on the R&d Investment Portfolio for Optimal Emissions Abatement: An Empirical Evaluation , Olaitan P. Olaleye, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Water Plans and Climate Change Plans in the Northeast and the Southwest , An Pham, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2012 2012

The Process by which Physicians Extract Information from Electronic Progress Notes During Handoffs , Brian D. Amster, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Dynamic Capacity Allocation in Primary Care with Physician Flexibility , Sebastian S. Biehl, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Impacts of Solar Grid Integration Issues on the Optimal Energy R&d Portfolio for Climate Change , Noubara Djimadoumbaye, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Using Discrete Event Simulation to Evaluate the Impact of Adding a Fast Track Section to a Crowded Emergency Department , Yan Jin, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

The Economic Impacts of Technical Change in Carbon Capture , Peter G. Rasmussen, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Optimizing the Safety Stock Inventory Cost Under Target Service Level Constraints , Chetan T. Shivsharan, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Development of a Cost Minimizing Strategy to Mitigate Bird Mortalities in a Wind Farm , Karamvir Singh, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2011 2011

The Effect of External Distractions on Novice and Experienced Drivers' Anticipation of Hazards and Vehicle Control , Gautam Divekar, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Methods to Study Nurses’ Visual Scanning Patterns during the Medication Administration Process , Ze He, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Reverse Logistics Network Design for Electric Vehicle Batteries , Tilman Schnellenpfeil, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2010 2010

Electronic Falls Reporting System Implementation: Evaluating Data Collection Methods and Studying User Acceptance , Yi You Mei, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Electric Power Market Modeling with Multi-Agent Reinforcement Learning , Nathanael K. Miksis, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

A Stochastic R&d Portfolio Model under Climate Uncertainty , Yiming Peng, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Optimal Energy R&d Portfolio Decision Making under Climate Change Uncertainty , Georg Schorpp, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Evaluation of an Eye Tracking Device to Increase Error Recovery by Nursing Students Using Human Patient Simulation , Yan Shen, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

The Impact of Flexibility And Capacity Allocation On The Performance of Primary Care Practices , Liang Wang, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2009 2009

A Discrete Event Simulation Approach to Resource Management, Process Changes And Task Prioritization in Emergency Departments , Ekkehard C. Beck, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Development of a Decision Tool for Green Energy Investment in the Pioneer Valley , Benjamin R. Ewing, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Physician Flexibility in Primary Care Practices , Jan T. Hippchen, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Optimal Acquisition and Sorting Policies for Remanufacturing over single and Multiple Periods , Yihao Lu, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2008 2008

Evaluation of a Simulator Based, Novice Driver Risk Awareness Training Program , Frank Diete, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

The Effect of Price Postponement on the Coordination of a Two Stage Supply Chain Facing Consumer Returns , Thomas Lenk, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Impacts Of Asymmetric Decision Policies And Consumer Behavior On Supply Chain Coordination Under Consumer Returns , Harald Schmid, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Theses from 2007 2007

Agent Based Modeling of Electronic Markets To Analyze the Sustainability of Mutual Cooperation , Ravindra R. Lote, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

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Industrial and production engineering research papers/topics, manufacturing of wear resistant clads for slurry/tailings pump impellers via laser cladding (lc)..

Abstract: Wear is a huge problem in the mining industry as it depreciates the assets invested. The industry is looking at efficient refurbishment technologies to repair its equipment so as to enhance its service life. This thesis focuses on the development of wear resistant clads via laser cladding (LC) process to mitigate the problem of degradations in slurry tailings’ pump impeller made of 304L stainless steel. A critical literature review indicates that Tribaloy T-800 and Stellite 6 pow...

A review on wingtip devices for reducing induced drag on fixed-wing drones

Abstract: This review paper presents and analyzes previous studies on wingtip devices mainly to reduce induced drag on fixed-wing aircraft and drones. Some of the parameters discussed are the different types of winglets, cant angles, and adjustable wing structures. And these are compared against performance measures including reduced drag, fuel consumption, and improved endurance. This study aims to explore the optimized design of a wing that will give maximum drag reduction for fixed-wing d...

Defect Analysis and Productivity Enhancement of Crankcase Casting through Pareto Analysis, POKAYOKE and QC Tools

Abstract: Productivity is a very important aspect in any organization. Productivity means output obtained with respect to how much input is provided. To increase the productivity of any organization it is necessary to study and analyze the rejection data of that organization. This research focuses on the need of following a proper methodology in solving any particular problem. The defects were prioritized using QC tools, Pareto analysis. This research emphasizes on the importance of focusing ...

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Ergonomics Study of the Incidence of Musculoskeletal Disorder Among the School Teachers in Egba Division of Ogun State Nigeria

Musculoskeletal pains (MP) especially the lower back, leg, neck and shoulder pain were the common complain among the classroom teachers due to prolong desk working and standing in the classroom. The study was conducted among the primary and secondary school classroom teachers in randomly selected two hundred and seven (207) schools in Egba division of Ogun State, Nigeria.

Anthropometric Determination of Body Height from Foot Length of Adults in Abeokuta Southwest Nigeria

Forensic identification of an individual in this time of unrest in some parts of the world cannot beo .overemphasized. The study was conducted to investigate and determine the body height (Bh)from foot length (Fl). The Bh and Fl of Two hundred and sixty (260) adults(male and female) of participate in Abeokuta Southwest Nigeriaa, ages ranged between 24 years and 55 years

Development of A Generalised Solution for The Performance Measures of Queuing Systems

ABSTRACT This study developed computer software with the capacity to provide a generalized solution to queuing problems involving laborious, time consuming and complex mathematical approach of evaluating the performance measures of queuing systems when it was applied in the analysis of the six (6) fundamental performance measures of thirty (30) different organizations representing the six (6) queuing systems; the result was compared with that of mathematical computations and 97.22% complianc...

Preprocessing and Simulation of Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest Outcomes Data

Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) is a cessation of cardiac mechanical activity that occurs outside of the hospital setting and is confirmed by the absence of signs of circulation. OHCA affects nearly 1000 adult Americans every day, with overall survival rate of 10.4%. Based on previous work in this subject I try to calculate the joint probability distributions of the neurological outcomes of the OHCA outcomes in our records, based on the Event Demographics, Field Care, and Hospital Care....

Optimization Of Transportation Costs In Supply Chain Management (A Case Study Of Coca-Cola Plants In Nigeria)

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The Combined Application of Quality Function Deployment and Pareto Analysis for Hotel Services Improvement

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A Framework For an In-House Development of Educational Management Information System

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A Genetic Algorithm for Job Scheduling in Two Machine Flow Shop Problem

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MS in Industrial Engineering

The Master of Science (MS) in Industrial Engineering program provides advanced study beyond the baccalaureate degree for those with initial degrees in industrial engineering as well as for those from other disciplines who wish to enter the field.

Students admitted to the MS IE program can choose between five different academic curriculums: Industrial Engineering (the most flexible), Data Analytics Engineering, Operations Research, Human Factors/Ergonomics and Production Systems. Each is described in more detail below.

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Students can also select from three different academic tracks: all course, project or research thesis. Students who select the project track complete 3 credits of capstone project work at a company. Students who select the research thesis track do so in the areas of human factors, operations research, or production systems. 

MS Degree Requirements

In addition to the degree requirements specified by the  UB Graduate School  and the  School of Engineering and Applied Sciences , specific program and degree requirements for MS/ME students are as follows:

Course and Credit Hour Requirements

The MS program require a minimum of 30 credit hours. 

Generally, coursework is completed in 1 to 2 years. Courses should be selected by the student with the approval of their advisor (or the graduate director) and vary based on the primary interests of the student (general IE, operations research, human factors, or production systems/manufacturing), and whether they will complete a thesis. 

Culminating Experience

The culminating experience of the MS program may be fulfilled in one of three ways:

• By completing a formal research thesis representing 3 or 6 credits, satisfactory performance in an oral defense of thesis examination, and completion of 24 or 27 credits of nonthesis course work.
• By passing a written comprehensive examination (professional portfolio) based on a degree program consisting of at least 30 hours of course work.
• By completing a hands-on capstone project based on work at a company that leads to measurable improvements in quality, cost, efficiency, build-to-order flexibility, time-to-market, customer satisfaction, or other key performance indicators. 

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As part of the requirements for graduate level degrees, students must complete a thesis for a Master's degree and/or dissertation for a Ph.D. Dissertations and theses are submitted to the academic department and the Graduate College and are made available through the University Library. Since 2010, all theses and dissertations are electronically deposited into IDEALS, the Illinois Digital Environment for Access to Learning and Scholarship, the University's open repository of scholarly content.

ProQuest Dissertations is a comprehensive collection of citations to dissertations and theses worldwide from 1861 to the present day. Full text PDFs are available for many Ph.D. dissertations added since 1997 and some older graduate works.

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Prior to 2010, print format dissertations and theses were bound and cataloged separately for the Grainger Engineering Library. Prior to 1983, each thesis was shelved by a call number assigned by subject headings. To locate them, search the online catalog for the author’s last name, title word(s) if known, and “theses” and the year granted as subject term(s).

Industrial and Enterprise Systems Engineering dissertations and theses granted from 1985 to 1999 were assigned Q.629.1Ta, followed by the 2-number year, followed by starting letters from the author’s last name. (Example: A 1991 thesis by M. Doyle would be Q.629.1Ta91D). Dissertations and theses granted from 2000 to present were assigned Q.629.1Tb, followed by the 2-number year, followed by starting letters from the author’s last name. (Example: A 2006 thesis by H. Dewey would be Q.629.1Tb06De).

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Master of Science (Thesis) in Industrial Engineering

IE MS (thesis) programs of study comprise  a minimum of 45 credits,  distributed as follows:

1.    Thesis Credits

IE MS-Thesis students must complete 6-12 credits of  IE 503 Thesis .

2.    Core Coursework

IE MS-Thesis students must complete a minimum of six core courses of major coursework:

• IE 512: Information Systems Engineering (4 credits)
• IE 521: Industrial Optimization I (3 credits)  or  IE 522: Industrial Optimization II (3 credits)
• IE 545: Human Factors Engineering (4 credits)
• IE 570: Management Systems Engineering (4 credits)  or  IE 571: Project Management in Engineering (3 credits)  or  IE 575: Systems Thinking Theory and Practice (4 credits)
• IE 552: Design of Industrial Experiments (3 credits)
• IE 563: Advanced Production Planning and Control (3 credits)

3.     Additional Coursework

MS-Thesis students are required to bring their coursework credit total to a minimum of 33 credits by choosing additional graduate-level coursework to complete their  program of study . All courses on the  Program of Study form  must be approved by the student's major professor.

4.     Transcript-visible Option(s)  Coursework

MS-Thesis students may declare a transcript-visible option ( see OSU Catalog for available options ). Declaring an option is not required.

5.    Transcript-visible Minor(s) Coursework

MS-Thesis students may declare a 15-credit minor from a program outside of Industrial Engineering. Declaring a minor is not required.

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Completing a master’s thesis is an excellent way to gain research experience, build a strong relationship with UIC Engineering faculty members in your field, and develop expertise in a particular topic—which can increase your standing in the eyes of potential employers and/or doctoral programs.

Master’s thesis projects in mechanical and industrial engineering are guided by faculty advisors. Below is information that is essential to all students who are pursuing the MS in Mechanical Engineering or MS in Industrial Engineering with the thesis option.

Thesis Timeline

• Advisor selection:  MS students must select a degree advisor by the end of the first semester of the program—no later than after the completion of 16 semester hours of coursework. Students record their choice by submitting an advisor selection form, which can be obtained from the graduate coordinator in the MIE department office.
• Course selection:  In consultation with their advisors, students propose a list of courses for approval. This must be completed before the end of the second semester, but no later than after the completion of 20 semester hours of coursework. Students propose and file this course list using the MS program of study form, which also is available from the graduate coordinator in the MIE department office.
• Determination of thesis defense committee:  In consultation with their advisors, each student nominates a thesis defense committee to the graduate committee. This is done via the committee recommendation form available on the Graduate College forms page . The form must be received by the Graduate College no later than three weeks before the proposed thesis defense date. The graduate committee makes a recommendation to the graduate dean, who officially appoints the nominated committee.
• Submission of thesis:  Two weeks before the proposed thesis defense, the thesis defense committee should receive a reasonably finished copy of the thesis.
• Receipt of forms from Graduate College:  The Graduate College provides the thesis defense committee with an examination report form and two thesis certificate of approval forms. The completed forms are returned to the student after the defense, and the student must forward them to the Graduate College with copies of the thesis.
• Submission of graduation request form:  In the semester during which a student plans to complete the requirements for a degree, the student fills out the graduation request form, which is available on the Graduate College forms page . These forms are evaluated and signed by the director of graduate studies and forwarded to the Graduate College by the Friday of the seventh week of classes. The student must submit a final version of the thesis to the Graduate College no later than Friday of the 10th week of classes. A typed copy of the thesis must be filed with both the advisor and the graduate committee in addition to the copies required by the Graduate College.

Students should note that the failure to meet any of these deadlines may delay the thesis defense process and/or graduation.

Thesis Committee

The committee consists of at least three members, one of whom must be a tenured member of the graduate faculty (see the “List of UIC Graduate College Faculty” section on the Graduate College faculty page ). One member may be from outside the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering or from outside the university. Approval of the thesis by a majority of the committee is required.

Thesis Manual

UIC’s Graduate College publishes a thesis manual that sets forth requirements for format and other procedures. It must be strictly followed when preparing a project or a thesis. Students can find this manual in PDF on the Graduate College forms page in the “Committees, Exams, Defense, and Thesis” section.

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TYPE A Theses completed, submitted and defended at the ETSEIB under the supervision of an academic staff member assigned by the School. TYPE B Theses completed at a company and overseen by an external supervisor who holds a university degree (Spanish or foreign). In this case, an academic staff member must be assigned at the School to act as a tutor.

TYPE D Theses completed at a company without the supervision of another university. Students may only complete theses of this type within the framework of work placement mobility programmes. Students who wish to complete this type of thesis must choose type B when they register their thesis at the School. Procedure for Type A and Type B

TYPE C Theses completed at another university with which the School has signed an agreement that provides for the completion of master's theses within the framework of mobility programmes, under the supervision of a member of the foreign university’s academic staff. Theses of this type are submitted and defended at the host university. Procedure for Type C

PROCEDURE FOR TYPE A AND TYPE B MASTER'S THESES

The completion of master's theses is regulated by legislation in force and by the academic regulations of the UPC and the ETSEIB. Each academic year, the School publishes a master's thesis calendar with the deadlines for each step in the procedure .

Theses must follow the  template  that the School makes available to students.

For further information, see the  related documents  section and the next procedure.

Registration

Deposit and approval, examination committees.

Students must find a topic for their master's thesis. Broadly speaking, there are two ways to do this :

• Review the master's thesis topics  proposed by the School, which can be found on the ETSEIB's  bachelor's/master's intranet .
• Propose a topic   of your own and contact the ETSEIB professor who will act as your thesis supervisor. If your master's thesis is to be completed at a company, you will need to agree the topic with a member of the School's academic staff who will act as a tutor .

Master’s theses may also be completed within the framework of a mobility programme (see the section on type-C master’s theses).

• Once the topic has been agreed with the professor involved, students must register their thesis via the  e-secretaria . Students may register their thesis when they have 90 credits remaining to complete their degree. Registration is required to enrol for the master's thesis .
• Thesis registration must be approved by the student’s supervisor or the tutor via the e-Secretaria. Up until the point when the thesis registration is approved by the thesis supervisor or tutor, the student may make changes via the e-Secretaria. Once the registration has been approved, the thesis supervisor or tutor must inform the Student Information and Support Service (SIAE) of any changes.
• Students taking a double master's degree must register their thesis twice (once for each degree) . 
• Students may enrol for the master’s thesis when they have a maximum of 60 ECTS credits remaining (including the credits for the master’s thesis) to complete their master's degree. Credits for bridging courses do not count when determining whether the limit of 60 remaining ECTS credits is exceeded .
• When a student’s thesis has been registered and the thesis supervisor or tutor has approved the registration , they can enrol for the thesis in a generic group. In this case, students may enrol for their thesis during the ordinary enrolment period in each semester (or, at the latest, during the period for changes indicated in the procedure calendar) by submitting an application via the  e-secretaria
• Students taking an ETSEIB double master’s degree must enrol for the master's thesis twice (once for each degree) .

Extended enrolment

• Pursuant to the Academic Regulations for Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees at the UPC in effect, w hen a master’s thesis is not deposited in the semester in which the student enrolled for it, the student may choose whether to request extended enrolment for the following semester or complete the ordinary enrolment procedure in the following semester or a subsequent one .
• Extended enrolment must be requested via the  Demana  support service. For extended enrolment, students are only required to pay the fee for administrative services. Theses must be deposited by the deadline specified in the extended enrolment calendar (see calendar).
• If the thesis topic changes, extended enrolment may not be requested .
• Master’s theses must be deposited in digital format via the   bachelors'/master's intranet .  Digital deposit facilitates user management and the management of thesis-related documents in electronic format, ensuring their proper archiving, safekeeping and permanent conservation .
• Information on the digital deposit procedure can be found in the section of the website on  academic procedures related to master's theses .
• Master's theses must be published in open access in the  de UPC Academic Works  repository (subject to prior authorisation by the author), provided that publishing the thesis does not breach a duty of confidentiality or infringe any industrial property rights in the work .

In the case of theses that are not published in open access in the  UPC Academic Works  repository, steps must be taken to ensure that the can   can be consulted for research or study purposes while respecting protected parts and confidentiality periods

To authorise (or not authorise) publication of their master's thesis, students must complete the authorisation form available on the  bachelor's/master's thesis intranet   before digitally depositing their thesis .

The student's academic tutor must complete a confidentiality document for their thesis. This document can also be found on the   bachelor's/master's thesis intranet .

• Theses that are not deposited by the deadlines indicated on the calendar may be deposited for the extension session, provided that the student applies for extended enrolment during the period indicated on the  bachelor's or master's thesis calendar . Otherwise, the student will be given a mark of Absent for their thesis.
• The examination committees responsible for conducting thesis defences in each session and awarding marks (and any substitutes required) will be appointed by the office of the ETSEIB assistant director responsible for master's theses.
• Once a master's thesis has been approved, a notice of appointment will be sent to the student and all of the examiners via the  bachelor's/master's thesis intranet . The chair of the examination committee, who is responsible for organising the thesis defence, must notify the other members of the date, time and place proposed for the defence. If these arrangements are not acceptable to all of the members, the chair may make another proposal. Once the date, time and place for the defence have been set, the chair will communicate these details directly to the student.
• The examination committee will be composed of three members of the School’s academic staff . Two of the three members will be academic staff members affiliated to the department of the master's thesis supervisor or tutor, and one of these members will act as the chair of the examination committee. (In the case of the master's degrees in Industrial Scheduling Engineering, Energy Engineering, Nuclear Engineering and Automotive Engineering, one of the members may be the thesis supervisor or tutor.) The third member will be an individual who is not affiliated to the same department .
• In the case of ETSEIB double master’s degrees for which it is possible to complete a single thesis with a credit load equal to the sum of the thesis credits for both degrees, the examination committee must be composed of teaching staff from both programmes .
• In addition to the examiners, two substitutes will be appointed. One will be affiliated to the thesis supervisor’s (or tutor’s) department; the other will be from another department.
• Whenever possible, the examination committee will remain unchanged regardless of the session in which the thesis is defended . 

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• Master’s theses are assessed in a public session in which the student gives an oral presentation and defends their thesis. Sessions are conducted by an examination committee. A thesis defence has two stages :
• Presentation .The student presents a summary of the content of their master's thesis. This stage lasts around  30 minutes . (The time is determined by the chair and communicated in advance.)
• Defence . The student defends their thesis by responding to questions from the examiners.
• If a master’s thesis makes reference to matters that are subject to confidentiality restrictions and/or affect intellectual or industrial property, the examination committee may establish mechanisms to maintain confidentiality and protect the IP. Such mechanisms may affect the public defence of a thesis and will include the signing of a confidentiality agreement by the examiners. The confidentiality agreement is available to examiners via the final thesis intranet. The document must be completed, signed and submitted to the SIAE together with the official master's thesis assessment results .
• In the case of  ETSEIB double master's drees , the thesis must meet the study load and assessment requirements for 30 ECTS credits.
• In the case of  ETSEIB double master's degrees  for which students complete a single thesis, the thesis defence must meet the requirements with respect to credit load and assessment of competencies for both degrees.
• Master’s theses completed during a   period of mobility  will be defended at the host university in accordance with the rules that apply to thesis supervision and presentation at the host institution (see the section on type C master's theses).
• The School will provide students with any audiovisual equipment it has available. Students are responsible for requesting equipment, checking that it is in good working order, and ensuring its proper use. Requests to use audiovisual equipment are handled by the reception service.
• Under no circumstances may a student present and orally defend their master’s thesis by remote means (videoconference, Skype, etc.).
• Once the presentation and defence of the thesis has been completed, the examination committee will deliberate in closed session and then publicly announce the mark awarded.
• Each member of the examination committee will assess the thesis and the presentation and defence.
• In the case of ETSEIB double master’s degrees, the examination committee must base its assessment on the study load and competencies for both degrees .
• The decision on the mark to be awarded may be taken unanimously or by a simple majority vote.
• The mark awarded will be indicated on the student's official examination results. For ETSEIB double degrees, official examination results must be issued for each degree.
• Master's thesis marks :
• If the mark is Pass , it will be included in the official examination results that the chair sends to the SIAE .
• If the mark is Fail , the chair will indicate this on the official examination results, which will be sent to the SIAE together with any written comments that the chair deems appropriate . In this case, the student will have to complete the ordinary enrolment process in the next semester or a subsequent one. For ordinary enrolment, students must pay all fees, including the surcharge for retaking the thesis, as stipulated in the decree on fees .
• Students who do not attend their master's thesis defence will be given a mark of Absent (Catalan acronym: NP ). In this case, pursuant to the Academic Regulations for Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees at the UPC in effect, the student may choose whether to request extended enrolment for the following semester or complete the ordinary enrolment procedure in the following semester or a subsequent one . Thesis submission and defence deadlines for each thesis type are indicated in the master’s thesis calendar . If the topic of a master’s thesis changes, extended enrolment may not be requested.
• It is important to bear in mind the provisions of the Academic Regulations for Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees at the UPC with respect to distinctions :
• In the case of master’s theses, the examiners may propose that a distinction be awarded . In the case of an external placement, the tutor will make the proposal. Based on these proposals, the School will make the final decision on how distinctions are awarded, without exceeding 5% of the number of enrolled students, and based on objective criteria in all cases .
• If the number of distinctions awarded to students with ordinary enrolment reaches the 5% limit, no distinctions may be awarded to students who opted for extended enrolment for their master’s thesis or completed their thesis on an external placement.
• The academic records of students are closed approximately one week after the date on which they present and defend their master's thesis. If the master’s thesis credits were the last ones a student needed to pass, at that point they may request a degree certificate and other documents certifying that they have successfully completed their degree .

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Defence and assessment.

• Students who have been granted mobility places that envisage the completion of a master's thesis must find a tutor at the host university before undertaking their period of mobility and agree the topic of their master's thesis with that professor in accordance with the procedure and requirements that apply at the host institution. They should also clarify any confidentiality requirements that will apply to their thesis with a view to subsequently authorising its publication in open access in the UPC Academic Works repository .
• Given the characteristics and the calendar for periods of mobility, and the requirement that students register their master's thesis before completing the ordinary enrolment process, the ETSEIB International Relations Office will register master's theses provisionally as “pending” .
• Once their thesis is registered, students must complete the ordinary enrolment process via the  e-secretaria   on the date and at the time scheduled. Where applicable, they must also enrol for the block of credits that will be recognised for their period of mobility .
• Once the title of the master's thesis is final (two months after the start of the period of mobility at the latest), the student may add it to their thesis registration in the  e-secretaria   by completing the “Thesis title” and “Description” sections. Students must also provide the full name of their tutor or thesis supervisor at the host university in the “Comments” section. In the “Examiners” section, students should select the Department of Management and add Professor Lucas van Wunnik, the assistant director of Internationalisation, as the thesis supervisor. (Prof Van Wunnik acts as the supervisor for theses of this type.)
• Master’s theses completed during a period of mobility are defended at the host university in accordance with its requirements and regulations on thesis defence and assessment .
• Students who do not defend their master’s thesis at the host university at the end of the semester in which they enrolled for it at the School will be deemed to have opted for extended enrolment. In this case, the International Relations and Admissions Office will complete the extended enrolment .
• Once a master's thesis has been defended and assessed at the host university, the student must deposit a copy via the School's  bachelor's/master's thesis intranet  application.
• Master's theses must be published in open access in the  UPC Academic Works , repository (subject to prior authorisation by the author), provided that publishing the thesis does not breach a duty of confidentiality or infringe any industrial property rights in the work .
• In the case of theses that are not published in open access in the   UPC Academic Works   repository, steps must be taken to ensure that they can be consulted for research or study purposes while respecting protected parts and confidentiality periods .
• To authorise publication of their thesis and/or specify any confidentiality requirements that apply, students must complete the  authorisation form available on the School's  bachelor's/master's thesis intranet   before digitally depositing their thesis .
• Once a student has deposited their master’s thesis via the  bachelor's/master's thesis intranet , the host university has sent the International Relations and Admissions Office their official academic transcript with the mark for the thesis, and the student has submitted all documentation related to the period of mobility, the student's thesis supervisor at the ETSEIB will initiate the master's thesis review, approval and assessment procedure. The resulting mark will be indicated on the student’s official examination results for the master's thesis .
• Students may view the status of documentation for their period of mobility at the  e-secretaria :  "Mobility” > “Period of mobility” > “Documentation”.
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INTRODUCTION

MS PROGRAM in INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING

THE DEFICIENCY PROGRAM for STUDENTS with NON-IE BACKGROUND

THE MS CURRICULUM

APPROVED ELECTIVES

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

The Department of Industrial Engineering at the Eastern Mediterranean University provides up-to-date facilities for carrying out highly competitive and demanding industrial engineering programs both at graduate and undergraduate levels.

The Industrial Engineering Department offers a graduate program leading to MS and degree. Earning an MS degree is an exciting undertaking and a wonderful way to invest in your future. Just as every journey begins with a single step, every intellectual journey to university begins with its own sort of step- filling out a form. Please visit Online Application page (from the link below) to get your journey started.

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Candidates are required to apply "online" to the Institute of Graduate Studies and Research of the University. Uploading all necessary documents is a pre-requisite for the application to be evaluated. Students documenting a clear "thesis proposal" will have an advantage.

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MS PROGRAM in INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING

The MS program was first offered during the 1998-1999 academic year. This program is designed to provide students a strong analytical basis for advanced theoretical work or for development of new approaches to applications, and to promote fundamental graduate research in Industrial Engineering (IE) and Operations Research (OR) in accordance with scientific and technological developments.

Students are admitted to this program based on several criteria including their previous academic performance, field of undergraduate education, and availability of openings at the department.

Students with non-IE background are given the "Probationary" status and they are required to take pre-requisite preparatory courses or their equivalents in the "Deficiency Program". Depending on the students' background, they may need to take up to 4 deficiency courses. The duration or time to spend by a student in the deficiency program and in the "Graduate English Preparatory Program" is not considered as a part of the normal duration limit of the MS program.

THE DEFICIENCY PROGRAM for STUDENTS with NON-IE BACKGROUND

The MS degree candidates are required to take the following courses:

APPROVED ELECTIVES 

In addition to the above list of elective courses, the student may also take the must courses from the PhD Program as an approved elective course.

To qualify for a Master's Degree, candidates must complete the curriculum requirements with a CGPA of at least 3.00 out of 4.00. Furthermore, a thesis work should be conducted under the guidance of a thesis supervisor and successfully defended against a jury. The thesis subject is usually proposed by the thesis supervisor although the research interest of the candidate is also taken into consideration.

Entry Requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a BS degree in IE or related discipline. All candidates must satisfy the requirements of the Institute of Graduate Studies and Research of EMU university. 

Career Prospects

Graduates with an MS degree in Industrial Engineering can work in many areas in the industry including operations research, systems engineering, quality assurance, planning and control of production and inventory systems, ergonomics, computer applications, process control, transportation-logistics, service sector, and administrative duties.

This is a master thesis course which is based on research in the field of Industrial Engineering. It offers students with the opportunity to conduct their own research on a specific topic. The topic of the thesis should be determined by consultation with a supervisor and approved by the department chair. The student can register this course as early as the second academic term. The thesis work has to be presented and defended in front of at least three-member jury. 

Mathematical algorithms: random numbers, polynomials, matrices, integration. Sorting and searching. String processing. Geometric algorithms. Graph algorithms: connectivity weighted and directed graphs, network flow. Dynamic programming. Algorithms will be studied using object-oriented approach as much as possible.

A survey of mathematical and numerical methods used in IE and OR related studies presented in a unified structure based upon the theory of computation with special emphasis given to the development of computer codes and design of database.

The objective of this course is to explore the effects of environmental conditions on the human performance. The topics to be covered are effects of control-display design, environmental conditions (illumination, climate, noise and motion), shift-work, human error, accidents and safety.  Moreover, the students will be asked to conduct research projects either in the human factors laboratory or in a real field.  The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) will be used in the project work.

This course is designed to introduce the student with the principles of safety and health hazards in industrial environment. It provides students with fundamentals of measurement, evaluation, regulation, and control of hazardous conditions, toxic substances, physical agents, and dangerous processes in the industrial environment. Skills development in record keeping, risk assessment and accident cause analysis will also be emphasized. This course will prepare the student for workplace safety and management.

Convex analysis; optimality conditions; generalized linear programming; revised simplex, matrix representation; integer programming; computer applications. Extensions of linear programming: quadratic programming; dynamic programming; geometric programming; methods for unconstrained and constrained non-linear optimization; multi-objective optimization methods.

Geometry of LP and Simplex Method. Duality and its implications. Sensitivity. Simplex forms: Revised Simplex, dual Simplex etc. LU factorization. Transportation and transshipment problems, assignment problem. Decomposition Methods. Networks. Problems with upper bounds. Numerical stability and computational efficiency. Karmarkar's method.

Axiomatic approach to probability; conditional probability; Random variable. Commonly used discrete and continuous distributions. Expectation of a random variable; jointly distributed random variables; Marginal and conditional distributions; independent random variables. Multinomial and multivariate normal distributions. Functions of random variables, moments, conditional expectation, m.g.f. and p.g.f., Markov inequality, Law of large numbers, Central Limit Theorem. Discrete-time Markov chains, Kolmogorov-Chapman equations, classification of states, steady-state probabilities. Applications from different areas.

Analysis of birth and death processes. Development of elements of queuing theory. Single and multiple server queues for Markovian and non-Markovian arrival and service time distributions (M/M/1, M/M/c, G/M/c, M/G/1, PH/PH/1). Bulk arrival and service systems. Networks of Markovian queues. Lindley's equation for the G/G/1 queue. Applications of queuing theory in manufacturing and service systems.

Network representation and terminology. Network flow problems such as shortest path, minimal spanning tree and maximal flow problems. Graph Theory.

The course covers the basic solution methods: dynamic programming, implicit enumeration, branch and bound, cutting plane and polyhedral approach. It also gives an introduction to heuristic methods as the use of Lagrange multipliers and local search. Traveling Salesperson Problem (TSP) and optimization in graphs are also discussed. The course aims to provide tools for students dealing with integer programming models for developing their own algorithms for their special problems.

In practice Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) methods are very popular in addressing complex problems involving multiple and typically conflicting criteria as well as several stakeholders or decision makers with different preferences with respect to the evaluation criteria. This course aims at training students in the field of MCDM with emphasis on rating, ranking and classification problems and methods with applications in business. Quantitative decision analysis. Multi-criteria benefit and utility theories. Decision making under uncertainty. Decision tree. Structuring of objectives and value hierarchies, and determination of value functions. Multi-objective decision making with mutually exclusive alternatives. Multi-objective ranking and classification. Multi-objective mathematical programming. Interactive methods and applications.

Bayesian decision models; decision trees; value of information; utility theory, use of judgmental probability, study of strategies; economics of sampling; risk sharing and decisions; implementation of decision models.

The meaning of investment process in general and for creating systems to produce products and services in particular. Classification of investment decision problems with respect to context and the precision of informational support, i.e. certainty, risk and uncertainty. A general mathematical structure for modeling for investment decisions. Deterministic, stochastic, combinatorial, sequential and dynamic investment decision models, and optimization techniques used for their solutions. A mathematical basis for deriving suitable value measures for evaluating investment alternatives and derivation of such measures. Types of risk taking as the fundamental dimension of a class of investment decision making situations.

This course is designed to enable students to understand and conceptualize basics of modern financial markets in the form of mathematical models. Several models of risk free assets and dynamics of risky assets will be discussed. Optimal portfolio management in risky environments will be analyzed. Call and put options of securities in discrete and continuous time settings will be explained. This part includes the famous work of Black-Scholes.

Analysis of some specific problem areas within the context of planning and scheduling of production activities. Definition, formulation and available solution procedures for aggregate planning, lot sizing, material requirements planning, cutting stock, line balancing, single processor scheduling, multi processor scheduling problems are studied.

Study of inventory systems. Deterministic and stochastic models. Fixed versus variable reorder intervals. Dynamic and multistage models. Selection of optimal inventory policies for single and multi-item dynamic inventory models, with convex and concave cost functions, known and uncertain requirements. Myopic policies. Multi-echelon models. Heuristic algorithms.

Terminology, characteristics and classification of sequencing and scheduling problems. An overview of computational complexity theory. Single Machine Scheduling. Parallel Machine Scheduling. Shop Scheduling: open shop, flow shop, job shop, and mixed shop. Batching.  Scheduling under Resource Constraints. Due-Date Scheduling. Scheduling in Flexible Manufacturing Systems.

Introduction to CIM (Computer Integrated Manufacturing) systems. Computer process interfacing. Computer control. Industrial robots. Flexible manufacturing systems. CIM systems. CIM systems selection criteria.

Supply chain management; New product development; Management and control of purchasing and logistics management systems. Strategic orientation toward the design and development of the supply chain for purchasing, materials, and logistics systems. Total Quality Management to assess and assure customer satisfaction. Global strategies. Expert systems for continuous improvement of the supply chain.

Single or multiple facilities location in the plane with minisum or minimax criteria. Discrete or continuous layout optimization. Single facility network location. Applications in public service, production, distribution, warehousing, emergency service, flexible manufacturing.

The design and performance issues in production, transfer lines, production/inventory systems, network of production/inventory systems, and flexible manufacturing systems. Phase type processing times, failures and service completion processes. Buffering and blocking issues. Decomposition methods. Control policies in pure inventory and production/inventory systems.

The course covers a discussion of the major aspects of advanced manufacturing and process technologies, selection and implementation of new technologies, and the management of technological and organizational changes.   

Analysis of linear continuous systems; controllability, observability, and stability; applications to physical, ecological, and socio-economic systems; control systems; introduction to optimal control.

The design and analysis of simulation models. The use of simulation for estimation, comparison of policies, and optimization. Variance estimation techniques including the regenerative methods, time series methods, and batch means. Variance reduction. Statistical analysis of output of simulations, applications to modeling stochastic systems in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research.

The simple comparative experiments, experiments with a single factor, fixed effect and random effect models, model adequacy checking, choice of sample size, randomized blocks and latin squares design, incomplete block design, factorial designs, rules for sums of squares and expected mean squares, fractional factorial designs and regression analysis. Moreover, the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) will be introduced.

Sampling distributions; Point estimation; Measures of goodness estimators; Methods of estimation; Sample size determination; Confidence intervals; Sufficient Statistics; Rao-Blackwell theorem; Hypothesis testing; Errors of type I & II; power of a test; p-values; Neyman-Pearson Theory; Likelihood ratio test; Some commonly used tests for means, variances and for ratio of variance etc.; Method of least squares; Curve fitting; Regression analysis; Some commonly used non-parametric tests for randomness, independence etc.; Goodness-of-fit tests; Sequential tests of hypothesis; Use of order statistics to find statistical intervals etc. Use of computer packages.

Planning and forecasting; Measures of forecast errors; Correlation, covariances, autocorrelations and autocorrelation function and their use pattern recognition; Smoothing methods; Decomposition methods and seasonal indices; Methods for trend and seasonal patterns including differences, double smoothing, Holt & Winter methods; Fourier series forecast analysis; Box-Jenkins ARIMA methods and their applications; ARIMA intervention analysis and transfer functions; Econometric methods; Multiple regression; Cyclic methods; Technological forecasting; Use of neural networks, expert systems and genetic algorithm in forecasting. Mini-case studies and  software packages.

Reliability and maintainability. Basic reliability  models. Maintainability. Availability. Reliability testing. Implementation and Case studies.

Recent advances in selected topics in industrial engineering will be covered. The topics and the contents of the course will depend on the course instructor and will be announced in the beginning of each semester.

This course is designed to orient the students for research by emphasizing reading, comprehension, discussion and performing exercises on IE/OR problem areas. For this purpose, each student is required to choose an IE/OR topic that is suitable to his/her academic background and interests, study this topic under the guidance of faculty members, make a literature survey, and point out the relevant further research areas. Throughout this course each student is also required to read and study some technical papers and give a series of seminars.

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A toolkit for supervisors and students preparing their master’s thesis

The Master’s Thesis project in Industrial Engineering and Management includes a range of instructions for students and supervisors.

Master’s students in technology must complete a master’s thesis to graduate. Typically, this involves a development project commissioned by a company/organisation, which lasts for about 6 months. A master’s thesis is part of the compulsory studies and contains 30 ECTS credits.

The Master’s Thesis project in Industrial Engineering and Management toolkit was developed as a guide and as assistance for students working on their thesis and the professors who supervise them. The goal of this toolkit is not to replace supervision provided by the professor but to support it.

Materials and instructions required for the master’s thesis have been compiled here. The Master’s Thesis project in Industrial Engineering and Management toolkit also provides the basic model for completing and supervising a master’s thesis. The basic model is presented in the project section.

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A casual Internet search will reveal that “design” has become both cool (as designers are revered and widely consulted on issues) and business critical (as organisations look to change the ways in which they conceive and build new products to appeal to consumers). At the forefront of many of these trends are industrial engineers, who have the necessary skills and knowledge to plan both products and the systems that will create them at enormous scales while maintaining quality. This expanded role that industrial engineering is taking in the modern world lays fertile ground for your Master’s thesis in the discipline. Here are some ideas for modern, relevant, and fruitful dissertations that will impress your professor.

• Global supply chains for domestic enterprises

Multi-national firms have taken advantage of globalisation to lower their costs. But as the Internet and transportation become ever more accessible, how can smaller, domestic firms take advantage like their larger cousins?

• Humane engineering

Much of industrial engineering is quantitative, mathematical, and objective. To create lasting emotional connections between people and objects, what lessons from psychology, art, and other disciplines need to be integrated into the field?

• Rise of the brain machines

Mechanisation is core to industrial engineering, of course. As computer science makes great strides in artificial intelligence, how might these “mechanical brains” influence industrial processes and control?

A focus on reducing waste in manufacturing has been translated, often poorly, into the design of services. Could this have the unintended consequence of actually lowering productivity?

• Optimal non-optimisation

Many problems in complex systems are problems of optimisation, but ones that have no easily calculable solutions. Instead, we resort to simulation and other techniques. As such, how can we decide when enough optimisation is enough optimisation?

• Dynamic supply systems

In markets where demand is dynamic, what processes can be implemented to improve the responsiveness of the supply production function to that demand?

• Peer-to-peer mega-infrastructures

The Internet has demonstrated the potential for large-scale outcomes based on the individual decisions of cooperating actors. Can these concepts be extended to traditional problems of infrastructure such as the provision of electricity?

• Real options in design

The decisions made in the planning of complex systems can allow or hinder future opportunities. How can the concepts of financial options be applied to valuing designed functions against their costs to implement?

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SSRG International Journal of Industrial Engineering (SSRG-IJIE) is a journal that publishes articles which contribute new novel experimentation and theoretical work in in all areas of Industrial Engineering and its applications. The journal welcomes publications of high quality papers on theoretical developments and practical Industrial Engineering.

• Engineering economic analysis
• Computer methods for engineering
• Engineering experimental design
• CIMS, robotics and automation
• Quality engineering, environment risk analysis
• Systems reliability engineering, maintenance analysis
• Human factors/ergonomics in design
• Simulation modelling/analysis
• System design and control systems, concurrent engineering
• Production systems analysis/design
• Facilities layout/design
• Financial/investment engineering
• Information systems, ICT, AI/expert systems design
• Project management, decision support systems
• Technology management/transfer
• Business and strategy, decision analysis
• Engineering economy, cost estimation
• Environmental issues
• Facility location, layout, design, materials handling
• Human factors, ergonomics, safety
• Education, case studies
• ICT and information systems
• Innovation, knowledge management, organisational learning
• Inventory, logistics, transportation, supply chain management
• Manufacturing, control, automation
• Product/process design and management
• Forecasting, production planning/control
• Project/operations management, scheduling
• Service systems/management, performance analysis, modelling/simulation
• TQM/quality engineering, reliability/maintenance engineering

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Non-Thesis MS Program Main Page - School of Industrial Engineering - Purdue University

Non-Thesis Master's Program Overview

This option offers students the ability to develop a plan of study that maximizes the credits dedicated to their topic of interest, for example, Human Factors.

Program Highlights

• One to Two-year Residential Program:  Students take a combination of advanced technical courses, focusing their study on areas of interest, earning a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering.
• Online Program:  Students meet the same degree requirements of our residential program and maintain the flexibility of remote study.  
• Career Catalyzation:  Most graduates enter careers in diverse fields, often on advanced leadership tracks.  

Why Choose a Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering?

• Increased Employment Opportunities:  The program provides students with the technical skills needed in industry, such as decision making, systems engineering, operations, and oral and written communications.
• Increased Earning Potential.  Our alumni self-report that Purdue Industrial Engineering Master’s graduates earn 15% or more than their peers with a Bachelor’s degree.

Why Choose Purdue?

• Field Defining Innovation & Research:  The School of Industrial Engineering has been defining the field and educating future leaders in industrial engineering for 65 years. The graduate program is ranked in the top 10 and the IE on-line degree program is ranked #1 in the nation. 
• Excellence at Scale : As one of the top 10 engineering graduate programs in the nation, Purdue's College of Engineering is one of the largest and strongest programs in the nation with 13 different schools and departments.
• Affordable Tuition:  Tuition for our program is considerably cost effective compared to other programs.
• Low Cost of Living:  The cost of living in the Greater Lafayette-West Lafayette area is one of the lowest in the nation, with housing rent ranging from 23% to 179% less expensive than competing university cities (numbeo.com)

Curriculum Requirements

Courses selected for the non-thesis option are intended to provide depth of study in a particular area of interest. The curriculum is designed such that the student has broad selectivity over their coursework. Students are required to select at least 21 credit hours of coursework from IE courses, and are recommended to take at least 6 credit hours from a related area.

Credit Requirements for a Non-Thesis Master's Degree

Have at least 30 total graduate credit hours, which must include:

• 21 credit hours of IE course work; and,
• 9 credit hours of additional graduate-level coursework.

An overall GPA of 3.0 is required for completion of the master’s degree program.

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Engineering is one of the most rewarding careers for students. With solid research, investigation and analysis, engineering students dig deep through different engineering ideas throughout the length of their degree programmes.

All undergraduate, Master and Phd engineering students must complete a dissertation on a topic that adds some value to their area of study.

Engineering is a branch of science that deals with the design and creation of products, machines, systems, and processes. Engineering students are responsible for the overall implementation of engineering projects, i.e., the invention of new products or services, the design of new products and systems, development of new processes, materials, or methods.

Here are some of the many responsibilities of an engineer.

• Engineers design machines, buildings, and systems that help people do their jobs more quickly or efficiently.
• They determine ways to make devices safer, faster, or more efficient.
• Engineers create new technology to automate manual work and save time.

Engineering topics can be divided into different disciplines, such as civil, electrical, mechanical, and industrial. So without further delay, here are the engineering dissertation topics you have been looking for.

Engineering Dissertation Topics 

Civil engineering.

Civil engineers design and oversee construction projects such as roads, bridges, hospitals, water treatment plants, and airports.

Civil Engineering Dissertation Topics

The following list of civil engineering dissertation topics will help you with your next dissertation essay.

• Bridges and Tunnels
• Environment and Climate Change
• Building Structure
• Planning and management in the construction industry
• Construction technology
• Sustainable construction materials
• Health, safety, and environment
• Building information modelling (BIM)
• Smart buildings
• Construction management and project management
• Sustainable design

Complete list of civil engineering dissertation topics

Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineers design and develop complex electrical machines, electronic devices, and power systems. They also use their skills to solve problems in robotics, medical technology, computer engineering, and other technologies.

Electrical Engineering Dissertation Topics

There are many research topics in Electrical Engineering. Some of them are listed below:

• Electrical circuits and devices
• Electrical systems, devices, and components
• Electrical power engineering
• Power electronics and power generation
• Power transmission
• Power distribution
• Control and automation
• Transmission systems
• Signal processing and communications
• Electronic engineering system design

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Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineers design and develop engines, cars, aeroplanes, and other machinery used in factories. They also help manufacturers improve product quality by creating processes that increase efficiency while reducing costs.

Mechanical engineering covers a wide range of topics, from the materials used in the design and construction of products to the analysis of complex systems and processes. The field is diverse, but some of the many fields of topics may include.

Mechanical Engineering Dissertation Topics

The following list includes some of the most common topics in mechanical engineering:

• Human factors and systems engineering
• Design for manufacturing
• Machine design and control
• Manufacturing systems
• Materials science, engineering, and technology
• Manufacturing process technology, product design, and development
• Engineered materials and structures
• Materials processing, fabrication, and inspection technologies
• Mechanics of materials (including solid mechanics)
• Thermodynamics and heat transfer in engineering systems

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Industrial Engineering

Industrial engineers work with manufacturing companies to improve efficiency by redesigning processes. An example to see how products move through production lines or how workers perform their jobs more effectively.

Industrial Engineering Dissertation Topics

• Sustainable development and its impact on the environment
• Design of products and services to meet the needs of the consumer
• Industrial safety and health management systems
• Energy-efficient products, processes, and buildings
• Sustainable production systems
• Environmental Management System (EMS) for manufacturing industries
• Intelligent materials, devices, and systems
• Managing natural resources in an environmentally responsible way

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Computer Engineering

Computer engineers are concerned with all aspects of information technology, including hardware, software, and systems. Computer engineers analyze problems in computer science and apply their knowledge to design new processes and devices. They may specialize in areas such as artificial intelligence or embedded systems.

Computer Engineering Dissertation Topics

• Designing a system to provide an automated control system for an aircraft
• Computer organization, software engineering, and programming languages
• Design of a computer-based neural network controller for use in controlling an aircraft
• Creation of a computer program to simulate the operation of a molecule in a given chemical reaction
• Development of a real-time software package for the control of complex industrial machines
• Development of an intelligent software system for controlling large-scale industrial processes

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Metallurgy Engineering

Metallurgy engineers are involved in designing and constructing equipment to extract metals from ores. They also develop processes for treating the ores to recover valuable metals and other materials sold at high prices because of their growing demands. Moreover, metallurgical engineers may specialize in producing steel by smelting iron ore or coal into pig iron (a low-grade form of steel). They may also work with other types of scarce metals in a limited quantity under the earth’s crust, such as aluminum or titanium.

Metallurgy Engineering Dissertation Topics

• The use of Nickel and Nickel Alloys in the Manufacturing Industry
• The Effect of Processing Techniques on the Properties of Ferrous Metals
• Corrosion Resistance of Stainless Steels
• Corrosion Behavior and Corrosion Inhibiting Mechanisms in Ferrous Metals
• Corrosion and Corrosion Resistance Control in Cast Iron and Steel Castings and Forgings
• Corrosion Control in High-Strength Low-Alloy Steels by Selective Annealing
• Corrosion Behavior in Stainless Steels Used for Structural Applications
• Mechanical Properties of Ferrous Metallics by Thermal Treatment and Chemical Modification Methods

Needless to say, engineering is a diverse field with a pool of opportunities for those looking to build a career in this booming field. If you’re still wondering which engineering topice is best for you, the choice will depend on your interests and abilities.

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• Sara Ikonen, Utilizing data in circular economy implementation within the Finnish rechargeable batteries industry (supervising professor Rodrigo Serna)
• Aleksi Salmi,  Transition to Circular Business Models: a Multiple-case Study on Finnish Clothing Brands  (supervising professor Mikko Jääskeläinen)
• Santeri Kivinen,  Managing complex defence system projects  (supervising professor Karlos Artto)
• Sakari Pietilä,  Influencing by value: The capability demands and institutional receptivity  (supervising professor Pekka Töytäri)
• Aleksi Hentunen,  AI Paradox and How to Overcome the Barriers for Scaling: Multi-Company Case Study  (supervising professor Timo Vuori)
• Leevi Lappi,  Business Model Design of an Aeroponic Start-up  (supervising professor Markku Maula)
• Roni Rissanen,  Improving supplier risk management through continuous processes and alignment of roles and responsibilities  (supervising professor Kari Tanskanen)
• Julia Jutila,  The Finnish venture capital market performance and development  (supervising professor Markku Maula)
• Niklas Jalonen,  Driving revenue through the segmentation of customers and services  (supervising professor Lauri Saarinen)
• Nikke Mikkonen,  Effect of Fund Size Growth on Subsequent Fund Performance in European Buyout Funds  (supervising professor Markku Maula)
• Antti Hemilä,  Diffusion of process instruments: Major factors in Finnish pulp industry  (supervising professor Robin Gustafsson)
• Tommi Mäkelä,  Response strategies of platform companies during COVID-19 crisis: A case study of Facebook and Google  (supervising professor Robin Gustafsson)
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• Perttu Laiho, 5G-enabled digital transformation in the Finnish forest industry (supervising professor Robin Gustafsson)
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Industrial Design Masters Theses

The Master of Industrial Design program explores design as a vehicle for addressing social, cultural, environmental and other concerns, recognizing that design is not simply a professional service, but rather a way of connecting individual interests and values with a social framework. Students with undergraduate degrees in other fields or with limited design experience are invited to enter the program during Wintersession as a means of preparing to begin the two-year master’s program the following fall.

ID covers a broad range of fields, from product and furniture explorations to design for aerospace and medical applications. Graduate students work independently under the guidance of a faculty advisor and thesis committee, and present their final work verbally, visually and in writing. They also participate in the RISD Graduate Thesis Exhibition , a large-scale public show held annually.

“Graduate candidates in ID don’t necessarily need an undergraduate degree in the field, but they do need strong visual communication skills. For those without an ID background, learning CAD, drawing and model making can be beneficial, and taking a general product design course can provide insight into the design process. Materials-based courses in a medium such as metal, glass, textiles, ceramics or wood also provide a good basis for work in ID.” - Andy Law, Graduate Program Director

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Freedom is a Leaky System: Living Together in the Mess , Calgary Haines-Trautman

Food, Drink, Time, New Year and Cloth , Jian Li

Making That Carries Over , Jae Nam

How to make a hybrid workplace more human? , Ray Sun

Unveiling Pain: Wearables for Objective Pain Measurement , Hanqing Tang

A PRELIMINARY GUIDE TO BUILDING NEW FUTURES IN THE NARRAGANSETT BAY , Maximilian Werner

Knot, Just Craft It , Qingxian Xu

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Ready made, made ready: everyday objects for everyday emergency , Dara Benno

Memories unboxed: connecting people with stories of our possessions , Megan Tzu-Hsien Chao

To be seen to be heard: embracing social anxiety in the workplace , Jingxuan Chen

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Disoriented: navigating the nuances of communication , Ann Dinh

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Vulva gazing: power and the gendered body , Aaliya Jamal Zaidi

A fleeting landscape: resurrecting the edges of the estuary , Vrinda Mathur

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After plastic waste : plastic bottle knitting machine - design for value of recycling plastic , Du Cheng

Katti-Batti : a digital tool for young adolescents to transgress the limitations of gender socialization through empathy & friendship , Chetan Dusane

Beyond conscious: the knowing of self-owned anxiety , WenYu Du

Rebuilt the fading vicinity , Yifan Du

The portal : a tool for uncertain times , Sophie Engel

Inter - : design for fostering action-oriented awareness towards sustainable transition , Elena Danlei Huang

Move in the internet , Jennifer Ziyuan Huang

Living objects , Katie Tzu Hua Huang

The art of microbe maintenance: value and applications in design , Yujin Hwang

Distilling the Narragansett Bay , Parker Ives

Kitsch study and Chinese kitsch market , Jiaqi Ellie Liu

Beacon Public Library: expanding radical civic care for an uncertain future , Katrina Machado

Ars Technica , Bayan Mashrequi

Inside the bubble 2.0 , Sunny Yuqing Ma

Wild things: outdoor toys for nature play , John Mawhorter

Indefinite origin: decentralizing knowledge , Tong-June Moon

No winners: transgender athletes in cycling , Max Pratt

Zoomorphic extended body , Nicholas Tamas

Uncertainty wanted: deconstructing gender gap in parenting mentality , Zimeng Xiang

A family game: tell the stories that shape us , Zhuoyan Xie

Theses from 2020 2020

Sol , John Beck

Repairer's recipe : volume 0 , Joyce Chang

Experience the world: How the ever-present accessibility of hands-on opportunities & play enhance logistical learning , Mary E. Chavez

Ocean state food stories , Charlotte Clement

Beautiful dirt : exploring the American taboo of death through the things we leave behind , Jake Dangstorp

Designed body , Jingwei Deng

Acute , Alex D'Haeseleer

Mimesis : human-centered digital profiling visual identity , Yangyang Ding

Voran Test Lab : An exploration of teaching collaborative problem solving and critical thinking through emergent gameplay , Taber Gifford

inVisible: a guide to understanding & designing for introverts , Ashesh Gohil

Through the labyrinth , Rebeca Gonzalez Morales

+ one : a new companionship , Vivien Mengjiao Han

Lift a life , Vidur Madhav

Night Knights: reminding children that their nighttime fear isn't something they have to face alone , Ji Hyung Moon

Fifty fifty: redefining domesticity , Ziying Qiao

The objects around us. , Rohit Sen

Accessibility to possibilities : discover the unknown unknown worlds , Yutong Shen

Totem: An embodiment of human character and personality in footwear design , Sushant Shivaram

Togather: To gather together , Kyungah Sohn

Surviving in a gregarious world , Shiyang Yao

Ether: a social design , Zihan Zhou

Theses from 2019 2019

Biomatters : future of biology as material source , Tareq Alzawawi

Mindful interactions , Shreyans Bhandari

Unimproved : land observation at the edge of progress , Adam Somers Bowen

Bitter son , Adam Chuong

Pekka : social software to improve in-game dynamics , Yu Mo

Theses from 2018 2018

Autonomous vehicle futures : designing experiences that enable trust and adoption , Jeremy Bass

Foodways for earthlings : recipes and tools for eating in extreme environments , Maggie Coblentz

Curious things , Allison Davis

Idiosyncratic uniform , Erica Efstratoudakis

Really clean no problems at all , Christina Johnston

Letsqube , Biniam Assegid Kebede

For a better normal : fostering the informal sector in post-hurricane Puerto Rico, as a pathway for economic stabilization , Jonathan W. Melendez Davidson

Harmless Studio , David Thomas Pittman

Dispatches from planet nowhere , Aaron Field Simmons

Radically normal : the menstruation issue , Kathryn Smiley

Talking to computers , Jen Spatz

A place for plastics : bioplastics, bacteria and our thoughtless acts , Megan Valanidas

Memory.zip , Yu-Hsing Wu

Theses from 2017 2017

Communicatronics , Adi Azulay

Balance speaker : efficient work and break , Jin Cao

Talistones : a handful of help for homecoming soldiers , Atulya Changanty

Magkasama , Christina Chen

Retooling : experiments in digital apprenticeship , Ryan Ferguson

Body (less) fitness , Dan Gioia

Love view , Wudi Hong

Connections : a new model to customizing everything , Shao-Hsuan Hou

Motivated motivation : a consulting tool to find new platforms for business , Xiaoxio Jin

Embracing traditional Chinese culture through design , Jiaxuan Li

P-Lax : toys for adults, to play & relax , Zhizi Liu

Empowerment of people of all abilities , Kasia Matlak

Jettison all stories : experimenting with our relationship to the physical , Alyssa R. Mayo

Transitions : designing acceptance in a world of change , Hanna McLaughlin

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