Industrial Engineering is often labeled Industrial Design and Engineering, as it is a field which incorporates both style and functionality in physical productions. Some common products that Industrial Design and Engineering professionals create are household appliances, furniture and buildings. There is both a practical and a theoretical aspect to the course work involved in this degree, and courses range from ergonomics to aesthetics. Some basic knowledge of core concepts in physics and mathematics is also required for this degree. Professionals in this field are often involved in a particular engineering niche, applying their research and development skills to broaden the industry.
