Industrial Engineering

APPLICANT

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Candidates for the Industrial Engineering program at the Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS) are distinguished by the following:

• Analytical, deductive, reflective, critical, creative, synthesis, and decision-making skills.
• Aptitude and interest in Basic Sciences, Technology, and Business Processes.
• Ability to communicate, relate to others, and work in a team.
• Cultural identity and interest in broadening horizons towards globalization.
• Self-confidence and ability to act in diverse contexts and take on challenges with an ethical commitment and social responsibility.

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• Design, undertake, direct, improve and innovate processes that generate goods and services, to increase productivity and profitability of organizations respecting the human being and his or her environment.

• Apply the knowledge acquired about basic sciences and engineering in diagnosis and problem solving in organizations under ethical principles and the regulatory framework of the country.

• Manage processes considering technical, technological and scientific criterion to generate goods and services of high-quality standards.

• Manage the financial resources of the organization carrying out timely management to obtain higher levels of profitability.

• Lead organizations in the public and private sectors, through the effective work of teams applying the principles of the theory or oral communication and its knowledge in a second language, to impact the local, national, and international media.

• Be strategic starting from the formulation to the execution of plans and projects in which one participates.

• Permanently seek the full development of their potential with social commitment.

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A UIS Industrial Engineer will be able to generate change for the benefit of society pertaining to scenarios such as the following:

• Companies and institutions in the industrial, commercial and service sectors, public or private, in management positions in the organization such as general management and managers of functional areas.

• Project and engineering offices performing advisories and management consultations.

• Entrepreneurial activities in various fields, which contribute to the social, political, environmental, technological and economic development of the country.

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High quality accreditation: Ministry of National Education (MEN) Resolution no. 13216  July 17, 2020 (valid for eight years).

CONTINUOUS

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The Industrial Engineering program has implemented a process of continuous improvement that enables future professionals to establish a solid educational foundation. This will enable them to lead innovation processes, leverage emerging technologies, and anticipate the welfare and safety needs of the community. As a result, students, employers, and society at large can trust that the program meets high-quality standards and prepares graduates for entry into the global workforce.

Program Educational Objectives

The Industrial Engineering program’s educational objectives are to produce outstanding graduates, whom within three years after graduation are able to:

• Employ their skills, capabilities, and knowledge as industrial engineers to properly manage physical, technological, and human resources in order to identify problems and seize opportunities in organizations.
• Generate, capture, and transfer value in organizations through leadership, collaborative and multidisciplinary work, and effective communication, all framed within ethical and environmentally responsible behavior.
• Adapt themselves to technological, social, and organizational changes in a sustainable manner by continuously learning and improving their knowledge through professional practices, training schemes, and postgraduate education.

Student Outcomes

The program of Industrial Engineering aims to develop the following student outcomes:

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

• An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.

• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

• An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.

• An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.

• An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

• An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Historical Enrollment and Graduation Statistics