Explore the Dynamic World of Industrial Engineering at South Dakota Mines
From integrating high standards of safety at a steel plant to maximizing the processes
of production of edible food products to devising efficient processes for locomotive
maintenance at a rail yard, the industrial engineering field is one of the most wide
ranging engineering programs.
Industrial Engineers devise efficient systems and processes that integrate machines,
materials, workers and information.
Safety is always a high priority when manufacturing a product or providing a service.
At South Dakota Mines, the Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM)
program is housed within the Department of Industrial Engineering. Graduates of the
program employ a set of skills that include mathematical modeling, probability and
statistics, human factors, safety engineering, interpersonal skills, project management,
and the ability to manage and administer large technical engineering and research
projects. Thus, industrial engineering may be thought of as applied problem solving,
from inception to implementation.
An Industrial Engineering student at South Dakota Mines receives hands-on experience
with 3D printing, CNC machining, laser engraving, computer simulations, facilities
planning, and optimization. The program also has the most electives available compared
to other engineering majors on campus, which allows students the ability to take other
engineering classes outside the department (computer science, healthcare, business,
etc.) geared toward their specific interests. The department prepares students for
success from freshmen year encouraging attending school career fairs with resume review
help. This provides numerous opportunities for paid co-ops or internships with such
companies as Cargill, Michelin, L3 Technologies, Hormel, Collins Aerospace, and Union
Pacific to name a few.
Prepare to be inspired by the cutting-edge curriculum, research, practical applications,
and visionary thinking that these esteemed professors bring to the field. Get ready
to embark on a journey of discovery and advancement as you learn.
Lin Guo - Assistant Professor
Lin Guo’s research centers on machine learning-based optimization, advanced manufacturing,
and cyber-physical systems, focusing on enhancing algorithms and optimization techniques
to improve system robustness. Her work spans manufacturing, quality control, supply
chain management, healthcare queuing, network design, decision support systems, and
product end-of-life management. With over 20 publications, she co-authored the monograph:
Architecting Satisficing Strategies for Designing Complex Systems.
Suhao Chen - Assistant Professor
Dr. Chen's research is primarily about data science and engineering. Areas of focus
include predictive analytics through temporal modeling of longitudinal data, manipulating
real-world electronic health records, unsupervised learning such as clustering, and
extracting information from texts using natural language processing models. Dr. Chen
also has expertise in optimization and supply chain analysis.
Virtually all majors on campus are associated with a student chapter of a professional
organization, and we encourage students to participate. For industrial engineering
and engineering management, students should consider joining:
The Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers' primary purpose is to foster both
a professional and social atmosphere within the profession. The Hardrock Chapter of
IISE is involved with laser engraving, FE Exam prep, nationwide competitions, attending
regional and national conferences, and more. Students interested in joining IISE
should contact the chapter president, Dr. Piper (the faculty adviser), or checkout
theFacebook page for more information.
A list of student activities and campus organizations may be found onRocker Central.
Work with our renowned faculty and collaborate on groundbreaking projects that address
real-world challenges. The hands-on experience and expertise you will acquire here
will not only contribute to your academic growth but also prepare you for successful
careers in academia, industry, or government agencies.
With nationally recognized experts in engineering education and transformative curriculum,
the department supports a variety of educational environments that produce outstanding
graduates who meet or exceed the National Academy of Engineering’s “Attributes of
the Engineer of 2020.”
Virtually every company we know, whether it be mining, manufacturing, construction,
or other related industry, safety is paramount. Department faculty members have active
research programs in safety, industrial hygiene, and ergonomics.
Lean enterprises and sustainability are at the core of the industrial engineering
and engineering management program; and we support a variety of research and design
projects each year that help area industry prosper and grow.
Please feel free to contact Christal for more information on the program or to make
an appointment to visit the department. 501 East Saint Joseph Street Rapid City, SD 57701
Explore the Dynamic World of Industrial Engineering at South Dakota Mines
