Department of Industrial Engineering & Management
Overview
The Department of Industrial Engineering and Management (IEM) was started in the year 1986 and has established itself as a center of excellence in education, research, and industry collaboration. With a legacy of academic rigor and innovation, the department focuses on developing future-ready engineers equipped with a unique blend of technical expertise and managerial acumen.
All faculty members in the department hold Ph.D. degrees and are actively engaged in cutting-edge research across diverse domains such as Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Science, and Management. Their research output contributes to both academic advancement and industrial problem-solving, enriching the learning experience of students.
The department takes pride in its strong alumni network of over 1700 graduates, many of whom have made significant contributions in academia, industry, entrepreneurship, and public service across the globe. Their accomplishments stand as a testament to the quality of education and mentorship provided.
With a curriculum designed to meet industry needs and supported by hands-on learning, the department maintains an impressive track record of student placements across top-tier companies in manufacturing, consulting, IT, analytics, and service sectors.
The IEM department remains committed to nurturing professionals who can lead in dynamic environments, innovate across processes, and contribute meaningfully to organizations and society.
Program Details
The department started in the year 1986 has UG program, B.E in Industrial Engineering and Management and has an intake of 60. The UG program has been accredited by NBA for 4th cycle and is valid through 01-07-2025.
The department has VTU approved research center started in the year 2011 and offers PG program M.Sc. Engineering by research and Ph.D. Till now, 7 research scholars have been awarded Ph.D. and 2 research scholars have been awarded M.Sc. Engineering by research from the research center. 6 research scholars are pursuing Ph.D.
Vision & Mission
Vision:
To be a distinguished Centre for the dissemination of knowledge, promoting research, providing consultancy to societal requirements in the field of Industrial Engineering and Management.
Mission:
- To practice the philosophy of learning-teaching-learning and adopt the state of the art pedagogical tools for the effective dissemination of knowledge.
- To collaborate with academic institutions, industry and research organizations to promote research in emerging areas and consultancy to provide sustainable solutions to societal requirements.
- To impart training for the overall development of students and inculcate spiritual values.
Student Life & Activities
Workshops & Seminars: Regular workshops on lean manufacturing, six sigma, and data analytics.
Guest Lectures: Industry experts share insights on emerging trends in industrial management.
Technical Competitions & Hackathons: Students participate in national and international competitions.
Annual Industrial Visit: Provides hands-on exposure to manufacturing and management processes.
State Level Technical Symposium IEMage will be organized every year.
“KAISHI” a fresher’s event will be organized every year from team KAIZEN ∙ Activities are conducted under IEOM student chapter
- Guest lectures are organized regularly on Emerging Trends, Advanced technologies and Carrier Opportunities by various subject experts and Alumni of the department.
Events organized:
- International Conference on Recent Developments in Mechanical Engineering (ICRDME– 2023) on 3rd & 4th March 2023 sponsored by AICTE New Delhi, jointly with Department of Mechanical Engineering.
- International Conference “Sustainable Materials, Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering-2022 (ICSMMIE-2022)” on 1st and 2nd July 2022 in association with VTU Belagavi, Indian Institute of Industrial Engineering Bangalore Chapter, Indian Institute of Materials Management Bangalore Chapter, Quality Circle Forum of India Bangalore Chapter
- Training on “Sustainability in Materials, Manufacturing and Logistics.” Four day workshop for the employees of Intel India Pvt. Ltd. 30th Nov. – 3rd Dec. 2021 ∙ Three day online workshop on sustainability in materials, manufacturing and logistics: Opportunities and Challenges 20th Sept. – 22nd Sept. 2021. ∙ Three day online FDP on Industry 4.0: Smart manufacturing for future from 27th – 29th July 2020
- VTU TEQIP 1.3 sponsored Five days FDP from 8th -12th July 2019 on “Implementation of Outcome Based Education in Higher Educational Institutes”.
- International Conference on Advanced Materials, Manufacturing, Management & Thermal Sciences (AMMMT – 2013) 23rd – 24th Sept., 2016 jointly with Department of Mechanical Engineering in association with VTU Belagavi, Indian Institute of Metals Bangalore Chapter, Indian Institute of Foundrymen Bangalore Chapter, Indian Institute of Industrial Engineering, Bangalore Chapter
- A state level Quality Circle competition for industries and a panel discussion on “Improvement in Culture Building through People Involvement” was jointly organized with QCFI – Bangalore chapter and M/s. Fitwel Tools and Forgings Pvt. Ltd., Tumkur on 28th September, 2013.
International Conference on Advanced Materials, Manufacturing, Management & Thermal Sciences (AMMMT – 2013) 03rd – 04th May, 2013 jointly with Department of Mechanical Engineering in association with VTU Belagavi, Indian Institute of Metals Bangalore Chapter, Indian Institute of Foundrymen Bangalore Chapter, Indian Institute of Industrial Engineering, Bangalore Chapter
International Conference on Advanced Materials, Manufacturing, Management & Thermal Sciences (AMMMT – 2010) 18th – 19th November, 2010 jointly with Department of Mechanical Engineering in association with Dept. of IT, BT and Science & Technology, Govt. of Karnataka, VTU Belagavi, Indian Institute of Metals Bangalore Chapter, Indian Institute of Foundrymen Bangalore chapter, Indian Institute of Industrial Engineering, Bangalore Chapter
Infrastructure & Facilities
The Industrial Engineering & Management Department is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities such as Metrology and measurements, Work-study, Quality engineering, Manufacturing process. Computer lab has systems of latest configuration and software such as Minitab R 12, Sixth sense ERP, MATlab, SYSTAT, SPSS, ARENA simulation software, solid edge and many other open source Software
Faculty
The department has a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members with expertise in operations research, supply chain management, lean manufacturing, and industrial automation. Faculty members actively contribute to research, consultancy, and industry collaborations
Academic Programs & Syllabus
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Undergraduate Program:
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B.E. in Industrial Engineering & Management – A comprehensive 4-year program that equips students with expertise in operations research, production planning, supply chain management, and quality control, preparing them for careers in diverse industries.
- M.Tech in Industrial Engineering & Management – A specialized program that enhances knowledge in lean manufacturing, logistics, enterprise resource planning, and process optimization.
- Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering & Management –Research opportunities in advanced areas such as sustainable manufacturing, artificial intelligence in industry, process automation, and ergonomic design.
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Syllabus
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) - UG
Graduates of the Industrial Engineering & Management program will:
1. Graduates will excel in their professional careers, successfully pursue higher education in Engineering and Management or become entrepreneurs.
2. Graduates will manage the functioning of an organization and enhance its competitiveness using contemporary tools in a socially acceptable way.
3. Graduates will demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, and societal responsibility and adapt to current trends by engaging in lifelong learning.
Program Outcomes (POs) - UG
Graduates will be able to:
PO1: Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization as specified in WK1 to WK4 respectively to develop to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO2: Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions with consideration for sustainable development. (WK1 to WK4)
PO3: Design/Development of Solutions: Design creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design/develop systems/components/processes to meet identified needs with consideration for the public health and safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon, culture, society and environment as required. (WK5)
PO4: Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Conduct investigations of complex engineering problems using research-based knowledge including design of experiments, modelling, analysis & interpretation of data to provide valid conclusions. (WK8).
PO5: Engineering Tool Usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering & IT tools, including prediction and modelling recognizing their limitations to solve complex engineering problems. (WK2 and WK6)
PO6: The Engineer and The World: Analyse and evaluate societal and environmental aspects while solving complex engineering problems for its impact
on sustainability with reference to economy, health, safety, legal framework, culture and environment. (WK1, WK5, and WK7).
PO7: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, human values, diversity and inclusion; adhere to national & international laws. (WK9)
PO8: Individual and Collaborative Team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse/multi-disciplinary teams.
PO9: Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively within the engineering community and society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations considering cultural, language, and learning differences
PO10: Project Management and Finance: Apply knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, and to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
PO11: Life-Long Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability for i) independent and life-long learning ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies and iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change. (WK8)
Industry Collaboration & Placement
The department has strong ties with leading industries, offering students internships, industry projects, and placements. Graduates are placed in top organizations, including:
Industry collaborations:
Department has MoUs with the following organizations
1. Toyoda Gosei South India Pvt. Ltd., Bidadi
2. Mizuho India Japan Study Centre, IIM, Bangalore
3. Fitwel Tools & Forging Pvt. Ltd., TUMKUR
4. Cogito Cranes Pvt. Ltd., TUMKUR
5. ACE Designers Ltd., Bengaluru
Industry research work completed:
- Dr. J P Ganjigatti: Rs.9,99,000/- funded project sponsored by GTRE
Bangalore, “Modelling and Analysis of Gas Turbine Blade behavior to
predict turbine blade resonance amplitude (2020)”. - Dr. R S Kadadevara Math: Rs.1,74,806/- funded by Intel Technologies India
Pvt. Ltd., “Developing AL6061 Material and evaluation of thermal
conductivity and mechanical properties (2021)”. - Dr. R S Kadadevara Math: Rs.2,36,000/- funded by Intel Technologies India
Pvt. Ltd., Training on “Sustainability in Materials, Manufacturing and
Logistics(2021)”. - Dr. Vishwas M: Rs.18,30,000/- funded project sponsored by SERB- New
Delhi (TARE Scheme), “Development and Performance Evaluation of Light
Weight Cenosphere Filled Carbon Reinforced Composites for Low Velocity
Impact(2025)”. - Industry research work ongoing:
1. Dr. Vishwas M: Rs.36,80,688/- funded project sponsored by SERB- New
Delhi (CRG Scheme), “Design and Development of Light Weight Impact
Resistant Sandwich Composite Fabricated using CFRP Face sheet and - Cenosphere Reinforced PEEK Auxetic Core: An Integrated Experimental-
Computational Approach” (2024)”.
Industry research work ongoing:
- Dr. Vishwas M: Rs.36,80,688/- funded project sponsored by SERB- New
Delhi (CRG Scheme), “Design and Development of Light Weight Impact
Resistant Sandwich Composite Fabricated using CFRP Face sheet and Cenosphere Reinforced PEEK Auxetic Core: An Integrated Experimental-
Computational Approach” (2024)”.
List of projects executed for industry:
During the academic year 2024-25:
- Cogito Cranes, Tumakuru: SGEOT Crane Production Optimization Using
VSM. - Wipro Infrastructure Engineering, Ananthpur: Design and
Implementation of Coolant Filtration System for Six- Headed Grinding
Machine for Better Efficiency. - Toyoda Gosei South India Private Limited, Bidadi: Lead Time Reduction
in YFG-RR Bumper.
During the academic year 2023-24:
- TMEIC Industrial Systems India Pvt. Ltd., Tumakuru: Productivity
Improvement of UPS Assembly Line through Value Stream Mapping. - Toyoda Gosei South India Private Limited, Bidadi: Lead Time
Reduction in Automobile Front Bumper Production.
During the academic year 2022-23:
- Aditree Apparels Manufacturing PVT LTD, Doddaballapura: Productivity
Improvement of sewing section by Method study. - Macho Engineering Industries, Nelamangala: Reduction of Machine Set-
up Time and Scrap through Method Study. - Toyoda Gosai South India Pvt. Ltd., Bidadi: Lead Time Reduction of
660A FR bumper using MIFC - Toyoda Gosai South India Pvt. Ltd., Bidadi: Defect Reduction in 754W
Grill Radiator - Moog Controls India Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore: Production Capacity
Enhancement of Traction Motors using Lean tools - Continental Automotive, Bangalore: Valve Angle Correction for TPMS &
Jishuken Implementation - 7. T V S Motors, Hosur: Implementation and Design of Key Performance
Indicator for Truck Management System - Haritha Apparels, Ramanagara: Productivity Improvement in Sewing
section of apparel industry - Homag India Pvt. Ltd., Dabaspete: Application of Lean Techniques for
Productivity Improvement in NKR220 Edge banding machine assembly line. - Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Ltd. Bangalore: Inventory
Management
During the academic year 2021-22:
- Toyoda Gosei South India Private Limited, Bidadi: Changeover Time
Reduction Using SMED - L&T Construction Equipment, Bengaluru: Value Engineering in
Structural Management Through Improving Nesting Efficiency - Toyoda Gosei South India Private Limited, Bidadi: Defect Reduction
Activity in 665B Grill Radiator - Toyoda Gosei South India Private Limited, Bidadi: Application of Value
Stream Mapping and Jishuken Activity - Toyoda Gosei South India Private Limited, Bidadi: Elimination of Short
Shot in Bracket Fog Lamp Mounting - Fitwell Tools & Forging Private Limited, Tumakuru: Quality
Improvement in Forging by Using DMAIC Process - Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. Bengaluru: Analysis of Shop Floor
Management Information System to Optimize the Productivity - Icube Consulting Services India Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru: Techniques for
Dimensionality Reduction to Improve Efficiency of Predictive Model on
Employee Turn Over
Achievements & Recognition
The department is recognized as a top-performing Industrial Engineering department in the state.
Faculty members have published research papers in reputed journals and conferences.
Over 75% of students secure placements in top companies, and 25% pursue higher studies or entrepreneurship.
The department actively engages in industry consultancy and research projects with corporate and government organizations.
Research Publications :
| Sl. No. | Name of the Faculty | Journal Publications | Conference Publications | Book Chapters | Citations | h-index | i10-index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Jagadeesh P Ganjigatti | 23 | 13 | 01 | 283 | 7 | 7 |
| 2 | Dr. G V Prabhushankar | 18 | 14 | 00 | 284 | 11 | 12 |
| 3 | Dr. B Adaveesh | 13 | 03 | 00 | 54 | 5 | 1 |
| 4 | Dr. B Lathashankar | 15 | 09 | 00 | 611 | 11 | 11 |
| 5 | Dr. T R Veena | 08 | 02 | 00 | 88 | 5 | 4 |
| 6 | Dr. K V Manjunath | 25 | 01 | 02 | 55 | 3 | 1 |
| 7 | Dr. P M Nagaraj | 04 | 04 | 00 | 50 | 5 | 1 |
| 8 | Dr. Vishwas M | 91 | 14 | 14 | 2134 | 25 | 58 |
| 9 | Dr. T S Mohankumar | 18 | 06 | 01 | 130 | 6 | 3 |
| 10 | Dr. Anil K C | 27 | 10 | 00 | 522 | 14 | 17 |
| Total | 242 | 76 | 18 | 4211 | 90 | 112 | |
Patents:
- SMART FORCE INDICATING TOGGLE LEVER CLAMP: Indian Design
patent, Granted on 30/05/2024 (Vishwas Mahesh and Vinyas Mahesh) - VEGETABLE WASHER: Indian Design Patent Granted on 19/07/2024
(Vishwas Mahesh, Dhanush CR, Arshad Ahamed Khan, Divyanshu Singh,
Venugopal K), Design Number: 421666-001 - WALKING STICK: Indian Design Patent filed on 20/06/2024 and granted on
21/08/2024 (Vishwas Mahesh, Akshatha R S, Sourav R, Abdul Razik B R
and Hamsa N S) Design Number: 420667-001. - Automated Fertilizer Sprayer Equipment for Sericulture: Indian Design
Patent (Design Number:408315-001), Granted on 21/02/2024, Patentee:
Vishwas Mahesh
Alumni Success
Our alumni have excelled in industrial, academic, and managerial roles in India and abroad. Many hold key leadership positions in reputed companies, contributing to innovation and productivity enhancement.
Admissions
The department offers B.E. in Industrial Engineering & Management with admissions through CET, COMED-K, and JEE Mains. For postgraduate programs, candidates can apply based on their academic performance and research interests. For more details, visit the Admissions Page.
