The University of Tennessee (UT) is a public land-grant research university in Knoxville, Tennessee. Founded in 1794, it is the flagship campus of the University of Tennessee system. UT Knoxville has ten undergraduate colleges and eleven graduate colleges, and it hosts more than 30,000 students from all 50 states and more than 100 foreign countries. It is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very high research activity".
The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at the University of Tennessee Knoxville is dedicated to optimizing complex systems across diverse industries. Focusing on areas like optimization, human factors, simulation, and data analytics, the department features distinguished faculty engaged in cutting-edge research. Students gain valuable hands-on experience tackling real-world challenges. Offering an ABET-accredited undergraduate program alongside graduate degrees including MS, PhD, and a DEng for working professionals, the department's research spans manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and more, often collaborating with partners like Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Access to specialized labs and resources prepares graduates for impactful careers across numerous sectors.
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