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    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Single Variable Calculus

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Integral Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Estimation, Derivatives

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      418 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      R

      Rice University

      Engineering Project Management: Scope, Time and Cost Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Cost Management, Scope Management, Project Estimation, Project Schedules, Earned Value Management, Scheduling, Work Breakdown Structure, Requirements Management, Timelines, Change Management, Budget Management, Project Management, Project Documentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Programming for the Internet of Things Project

      Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Functional Requirement, Systems Design, Requirements Analysis, System Design and Implementation, Internet Of Things, Prototyping, Computer Hardware

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      940 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Copenhagen

      Transformation of the Global Food System

      Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Corporate Sustainability, Supply Chain, Systems Thinking, Environmental Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Science, Innovation, Nutrition and Diet, Public Policies, Small Business Accounting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      989 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      National Taiwan University

      3D CAD Application

      Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Construction, Building Design, Architectural Drawing, Architecture and Construction, Computer-Aided Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      G

      Google Cloud

      Feature Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Dataflow, Tensorflow, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Pipelines, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Processing, Data Transformation, Data Modeling, Real Time Data, Machine Learning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Tel Aviv University

      Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy, Food and Beverage, Laboratory Research, Nutrition and Diet, Environmental Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of Colorado System

      Introduction to Applied Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Authentications, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Data Integrity, Probability, Computer Science

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      990 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      I

      IE Business School

      Implementación del Marketing Mix

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing Communications, Product Lifecycle Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Peer Review, Advertising, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Loyalty, Branding, Price Negotiation, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Dynamics, Revenue Management, Retail Management, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Channel, Consumer Behaviour, Supply Chain Planning, Retail Sales

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      I

      IBM

      SQL: A Practical Introduction for Querying Databases

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Relational Databases, Microsoft SQL Servers, MySQL, Query Languages, Database Systems, Databases, Database Management, Stored Procedure, IBM DB2, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      596 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Creative Thinking, User Research, Human Centered Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Design Research, Open Mindset, Stakeholder Management, Project Scoping, User Experience Design, Persona Development, Project Planning, Process Mapping, Value Engineering, Product Development, Growth Mindedness, Visionary

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      218 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      U

      University of Toronto

      State Estimation and Localization for Self-Driving Cars

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Spatial Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      835 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular industrial engineering courses

    • Single Variable Calculus: University of Pennsylvania
    • Engineering Project Management: Scope, Time and Cost Management: Rice University
    • Programming for the Internet of Things Project: University of California, Irvine
    • Transformation of the Global Food System: University of Copenhagen
    • 3D CAD Application: National Taiwan University
    • Feature Engineering: Google Cloud
    • Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology: Tel Aviv University
    • Introduction to Applied Cryptography: University of Colorado System
    • Implementación del Marketing Mix: IE Business School
    • SQL: A Practical Introduction for Querying Databases: IBM

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    Business Communication (16)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Industrial Engineering

    Industrial engineering is a discipline that combines industrial manufacturing and systems engineering concepts to help integrate systems with materials, people, equipment, information, and energy. Industrial engineering combines theories and principles of physics, social sciences, and mathematical sciences along with analysis and design concepts of engineering and manufacturing to come up with predictions about such systems. Industrial engineering provides improved efficiency for companies in developing new products, helps companies produce more products quickly, and helps companies reduce costs with new technologies. Industrial engineering gives engineers an education in both engineering and business and the opportunity to work in a wide range of businesses.‎

    Learning industrial engineering can be a big bonus for someone interested in project management, project planning, procurement, and project risk management. You can take this knowledge and apply it to work-related processes like shortening work assembly times, streamlining manufacturing environments, and speeding up the delivery of products. Once you are adept in these areas, the core aspects of industrial engineering come more naturally in business processes.‎

    Being an industrial engineer means you can work in careers like industrial engineering, systems analysis, manufacturing specialist, product engineer, and similar roles. There's a wide range of careers available for industrial engineers, as they combine the best of business and engineering, and productivity and quality improvement, into combined roles. Industrial engineering includes not only manufacturing careers, but also careers in service industries, healthcare, shipping and logistics business, technology, and more.‎

    Taking online courses about industrial engineering can help you learn about the ways that engineers can apply their skills and talents in different industries. For example, you may learn industrial engineering from courses that focus on systems engineering, process engineering, or biomedical engineering in the automobile industry, the aeronautics industry, or the technology/IT industry.‎

    Online Industrial Engineering courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Industrial Engineering skills. Choose from a wide range of Industrial Engineering courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Industrial Engineering, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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