Industrial Engineering, bad at math, and dropping out..

Episode 1 | Industrial Engineering
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[@alisasokoliuk5832]

Right now I am finishing my second year of IE. When I first started I hated math and physics and felt like it hated me back. I was also very sure that I am very bad at it. But soon I realized that i just lacked the basics. After A LOT of hard work I have passed all of my exams successfully and never failed a course. So I agree with this guy, there is no one that is actually bad at math. Some just need to try a bit harder.

[@KyleGillis]

You explained that much better than i could have 👍🏻

[@shabillaf]

@@KyleGillis Ah I do agree with this. I believe if you study, you can do it.

[@terriblelottery]

Can you hone in a little on what you would consider to be the basics?

[@pixelsafoison]

I'm in that position where Maths hates me, and I'm going to have to revisit (or more like visit) the basics - it's fucking hard, but it's doable (I may die out of stress though)

[@terriblelottery]

pixelsafoison just know you’re never alone. I’m revisiting the past all the way from basic multiplication. Right now I’m on linear equations, using Khan Academy of course. It’s gonna be a long journey, but I’m growing to love it. Never give up.

[@Alelove41]

Industrial engineering has always caught my attention but I was a bit scared because i'm not very good at math. But after looking at this video it made me think more positive about it and actually consider it.

[@KyleGillis]

Glad to know this Alejandra. It's a good option for a lot of people because it's not as difficult as a degree like Mechanical Engineering, but it comes with most of the perks you get for pursuing a STEM degree. If you have any additional questions, be sure to let me know!

[@rohanraga2228]

So how it's going now ur industrial engineering

[@stevenutor5922]

Please is there a way I can contact you?

[@anniesahukhal5320]

hey how you doing now ? please update

[@RedditNarrated_]

@@KyleGillis can is till enroll for IE even if i didnt do math in my last two years of highschool ?

[@venkateshbabu5505]

The true thing is we won't be applying complex mathematical calculations when we become industrial engineer!

[@nicoleashleysaclolo9239]

Yahrr rightt! Gosh

[@dayanarodriguez4621]

Is industrial engineering well paid?

[@venkateshbabu5505]

@@dayanarodriguez4621 Absolutely yes. The demand for IE is increasing year by year. But due to the rise in growth of Operational / Management consultants , people with IE background can choose consulting instead of company job due to the highly paying nature of consulting job.

[@pocalouis1964]

Calculus 1 calculus 2 statistic for engineers numerical analysis statistical modelling linear algebra differential equations are the math courses that l have passed during my study

[@lilchef2930]

What’s starting pay like for IE??

[@podjam]

Thanks so much for this man, you have touched on so many points that I have asked myself, in terms of how can I use my artistic background and apply it to a scientific field. Great post.

[@KyleGillis]

Yeah man, appreciate the sub. Lemme know if you want me to cover any other particular subjects

[@Thisisrenae]

I love love love how relatable your video was!! I have been so confused as to what I wanted to major in because I never really came into college with a “passion” or interest as everyone else! I admire how you tried and thought of different ways, but ultamently ended up in IE! You discussing your struggles and encouraging other engineering students no matter what year they are to keep moving forward is amazing. That you! I definitely needed to hear this for more motivation. Was a huge eye opener.

[@KyleGillis]

Haha plenty of struggles to talk about.. glad you found it helpful!!

[@danielalugo9548]

Wow Kyle, hearing your story makes me feel that I'm not the only one going through the same! I think I needed to watch this video to realize that being not so good at math does not make you a bad engineer. I hope to watch more of your videos :)

[@KyleGillis]

Haha for sure doesn’t make you a bad engineer. In fact, if you’re not good at math going in but able to learn the math and get by, it prob proves that you’re more of an engineer than most tbh lol. Looking forward to you being a part of the community! 💯

[@danielalugo9548]

You're totally right, I guess I just get intimidated sometimes when I see people in my classes that seem to know everything. Haha but thank you so much for your advice! I'm glad I found your account👌🏽

[@mariogamefreak1]

Daniela Lugo nnnnnn

[@RiverTechJess]

Sweet! More engineering YT channel! Awesome. Keep it up bro!

[@KyleGillis]

Haha appreciate it, it's about time more engineering content is put up.

[@vincecrocker6209]

I'm an industrial engineer and love your video. I have been an ie for 27 years and have enjoyed it

[@KyleGillis]

Appreciate it man, be sure to leave any comments or insights on things you think may be helpful. I’m sure me and others can find value in your experience 👍🏻

[@montgomery3912]

Hi! Im going to be a freshman this school year and I'll be taking this course. TBH, this isn't my first nor my second choice. Or should I say I have no choice since its the only engineering course that's available on school. Please enlighten me. Well aside from the 'Math skills', Im also worried that I might not able to embrace the course. Also I dont have any clue about it. Please I need more testimonials about an experienced IE.

[@NarayanaRaoKVSS]

Can you share an IE improvement that you did recently. NRao

[@Naledi_the_star_of_the_show]

Can I be an animator with an industrial engineering degree like i want a career i can be creative in and also smart. I would also like to creat toys phone cases, phones, like arts and crafts things but also l would like if the career has maths in it.I would to create things. Is industrial engineering a creative career or not. What is the difference between industrial engineering and industrial design.

[@cactuspower6298]

@@Naledi_the_star_of_the_show industrial engineering is an actual engineering course while industrial design is not

[@mcwornex2123]

I just changed program from civil engineering to industrial because of the reasons you listed ! Hope this works out !!

[@KyleGillis]

Def will work out man 👌🏻 lots of benefits to IE. Lemme know how it goes for you

[@mathewolmos5386]

How’s it going man?

[@linguistisch]

This has been SO helpful. I'm a 36 year old returning student in my first year of general engineering courses. It's been really hard finding any information on IE, the other people in my STEM courses I've bonded with who are following the same general path (physics with calculus, calculus series, chemistry, general engineering etc) are all going to Mechanical or Civil. People never know what IE is, and sometimes it gets old in my own head trying to explain it to others. The way you just laid it all out though is what I've felt and seen before from IE when I've talked to my future university and this really helped to push me again! The math is challenging, it absolutely pushes you to the edge and forces you to think in a different way than you have before. I'll admit there are times I think I'm not cut out for engineering simply because math doesn't come to me easily and I have to go through so many problems to understand concepts. But in the end it's amazing to see it click and knowing I have a future ahead of me is worth the struggle. Thank you!

[@KyleGillis]

Really glad to hear this was helpful and meant something for you Will. I completely understand where you're coming from constantly explaining what you're doing.. Be a good rep for the major tho! Cause a lot of times people in civil, mechanical etc decide they don't want to do it. And then they'll remember what you've been talkin about this whole time. Happens every year here at my school haha.

[@NarayanaRaoKVSS]

WHAT IS INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING? Engineering to improve productivity based on productivity science. Communicated and implemented through people using productivity management. Functions of Industrial Engineering

[@alvint4485]

@@NarayanaRaoKVSS simply put: its all about efficiency

[@NarayanaRaoKVSS]

@@alvint4485 Yes. But effectiveness of the system has to be maintained. Effectiveness first. Then effort to increase efficiency.

[@aw-g]

My man how is it going so far?

[@Xoltris]

Your channel is amazing for IE! Currently a sophomore, I got C’s in Calc and Phys1, failed phys2, now I have an A in both phys2 and DiffEq, it’s just the long journey and I love that that’s what you preach on this channel

[@magy180300]

How did u do it?

[@RedditNarrated_]

hey bru do you think i can enroll for industrial engineering even if i did not have math in my last two years of highschool ? still in 12th year and i have to chose my major , been interested in engieering lately but i fear that i may not be eligible

[@cinyqh7567]

I'm graduating in May with IE B.S. The math gets a lot easier once you get past all the beginning (prerequisite to get into the major) math. The math that you have to do in actual IE major courses is not bad at all. Good luck!

[@theentrepreneur607]

What type of math or course are needed in courses?

[@DrLivingParadox]

You did a great job capturing what draws many of us into IE!

[@KyleGillis]

Appreciate you dropping a comment. More vids coming

[@-KD77-]

Anyone can learn and be good at math. It takes time, patience and you need to really grasp the basics and fundamentals. Eventually you'll begin to like it and everything you can do with math. When I took linear algebra and vector analysis I wasn't quite sure when I'd use matrices but I quickly learned how important they are when it comes to robotics.

[@LeyehCyber]

smash

[@Courtato]

Thank you so much for sharing your perspective! I really appreciate this because I am currently struggling with ISE and I feel like a shameful outlier. I hope we all get our degrees soon and awesome jobs right after!

[@mlscott456]

I am a current industrial engineering technology major at Purdue Polytechnic and found the info in your video very useful! Thank you

[@kherve4255]

so open about your struggles and what IE is really about, i love it

[@KyleGillis]

Haha appreciate it, thanks for posting for real. Reminds me i need to make more videos consistently

[@ItsNotAllRainbows_and_Unicorns]

That's the issue I faced, not my mathematics ability (I am quite good at it), but the aspect of marrying engineering with psychology, human factors, design. One can throw in architecture and interior design as well, since those disciplines do not just deal with aesthetics per say, but how humans interact with the created environment. One can throw in wayfinding. For example signs on highway and especially in airports. How do people find their way around. What if they are in a certain terminal and they need to et to another. How long, what would be the quickest route to take, which gates. Some airports are good at it, and then there are airports I have been overseas where if you didn't get their early, you would end up missing a flight. Another aspect is when people arrive at an airport and wonder what transportation to take to get to a particular part of the city. Train, bus? Charles de Gaulle, what an atrocity. I have found people waiting for a bus when they just had to walk 100 yards. Since, I had prior knowledge of the airport I pointed it out to them as far as where to go. Some were grateful others were embarrassed. That was one program I wish UMass Lowell had. The school was dry. I tried the physics department. Boring as hell. Then the ME department. Nothing ingenious going on,. Definitely no personal touch. I switched to mathematics, since they allowed you to take a number of other courses. Still felt disenfranchised with the whole deal.

[@KyleGillis]

Whew.. this comment hits home and is spot on. Many many people don’t realize all these other skills they have is useful to pair with a science major (especially engineering). Im going to make a vid that highlights this comment you took the time to put up. I think it’s exactly what people need to hear.

[@KyleGillis]

Thanks for taking the time to post this.

[@cebukid70]

Also a BSIE, and practicing Engineer for 24 years now! My program was extremely broad and served me well in my career. I've utilized just about every "branch" of Engineering throughout my career -- mechanical, electrical and materials engr, but the IE background always gave me that "big picture", optimization, and statistical mind-frame.

[@hannahchingarande972]

I am in an aerospace engineering tract, but started looking at industrial and am in love. Thank you so much for this video! I love this and how innovation is implied in this video. Cool stuff dude. :)

[@KyleGillis]

+Hannah Chingarande Ahh glad you found this useful! Haha whether you stick with Aero or come to the light, I wish you the best!

[@connord8359]

I found the channel about real personal experiences, I think you just made my decision of becoming an IE thank you!

[@junomaranan1101]

No one is really bad at math. It's simply lack of training in the fundamentals much like the Belt Ranking System in the Martial Arts. If all else is equal, you cannot suddenly become a Black Belt w/o starting out as a White Belt, then Yellow Belt, Orange Belt, & so forth. Similar to math, you must start out with Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trig, Pre-Calc, Calc, & upwards. You gradually progress until you become so proficient at it that you ultimately become a friggin' Master! Patience & Focus grasshopper!

[@KyleGillis]

Love this metaphor! I believe people who say they’re bad at math (including myself previously), are people who were Orange Belts (in Pre-Calc), but didn’t master or even completely learn all the fundamentals that you should to pass the White and Yellow belts. But in our education system, many students still go on to the next class to just get by, and it hurts them at the end of the day, because they have a lot of gaps in information, making them believe they’re just “bad at math”.

[@ellesmere92]

Good video it shows a real insight about the 'math ability' required in IE. In the end is about the effort you put on those classes and what you learn in a working environment .

[@banjochaos99]

Hits home. I am currently in in between my second and third year for manufacturing engineering ( pretty much the same thing as industrial) and I feel like I am so far behind. I slacked in high school, and spent my first year after high school as an electrician before deciding I want to pursue engineering. I'm not good at math, I also placed in an algebra class. I also.had to take calc 2 twice. I am currently in calc three, and I am learning to enjoy it, and figure out how to learn math better. It is nice to know there are others like me out there!

[@kemj9]

Feels like you just read my file🤦‍♂️ I’m doing an electrician course currently about to start IE August

[@syedali1401]

the I love the starting part bro! good job

[@AarmOZ84]

It was logistics and manufacturing that made me interested in Industrial Engineering. Of course I am now majoring in Engineering Management which is super awesome.

[@bootygoblin784]

I just got my 2 year Associates and am looking into IE but was unsure if I wanted to go that route because I also hate and am so bad at math, I am going to start all the way from the basics and kick this math in the dick. Thank you brother.

[@billymays1745]

Glad I found this account! I'm an aspiring IE from wv

[@KyleGillis]

Haha Billy Mays is on the channel! This is how I know i made it.. Glad you found the video helpful! What part of WV you from man??? You in HS?

[@kimberlyturner476]

Thank you, this was very insightful. Much success to you!

[@courtlandwilliams2275]

Industrial management and engineering is my major. I love it.

[@faisalqadirabdu]

good video man strange you don't have a lot of subs keep up the good work!!!

[@KyleGillis]

Faisal Qadir haha Thanks man, that means a lot hearing the sub comment 😂

[@FluidBarber]

Friendly neighbor Mechanical engineer here, both of our majors complement each other. I went in as computer science as well and just switched to mechanical when I realized coding is not for me. I can't wait to learn about thermodynamics and mechanics of solids, both classes which we take. Ultimately I want to become an automotive engineer, but industrial has always been on my foresight and I've expressed much interest in the past.

[@KyleGillis]

100% right, our majors go hand in hand. You happy with your decision to switch?? What year are you in?

[@FluidBarber]

@@KyleGillis Incredibly happy indeed, I'm learning about something that actually interests me. Currently 2nd year, looking to do it in less than 4.

[@mariogamefreak1]

Number One reason you can always find a job

[@uhhhhJD]

I'm going to be a freshman at northwestern in like 10 days...I feel the same way you felt. I am in the Chem Eng. program as of now but I'm not really sure I want to be there. IE sounds super interesting because I also like Econ

[@KyleGillis]

+JD Wagler , You'll have more time to try things out and decide than you think. Don't think you have to know your first semester. Should just be general classes and hopefully they give you more info about each of the majors as you go. Also, look out for a Freshman advisor or a teacher named Dr. Morris. She was an award winning advisor at our school and someone who was really helpful. She just was hired by Northwesterns Engineering Dept.

[@RM-um1lc]

I feel you haha but of course eventually you will learn a lot to improve your knowledge and that's why we IE's are jack of all trades master of none 👷

[@tavianastar21]

Thanks for making this!

[@Vyrkhan]

We need more videos like this!

[@andreanicolebelvis9175]

I am very concerned about the environment and like participating in activities that protect and conserve it. I am going to be a senior in high school this year and I am considering majoring in IE. I wanted to know, to the best of your knowledge, if through IE, I could work in areas that involve protecting the environment. BTW I really enjoyed the video. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@maditedrow3508]

Thank you, this video helped me so much!

[@KyleGillis]

+Madisyn Tedrow Glad to hear that 💯

[@gtrrzbryn]

bro just subscribed after hearing the intro

[@stevedavenport1202]

I learned math in the dark ages before the internet and easily available tutors. I think I got Ds and D-s all the way through high-school. If you didn't understand the concepts you just got left behind and that was that.

[@rohanpatel7558]

This video is so fucking helpful

[@KyleGillis]

+Rohan Patel That’s all I need to hear 💯 More on the way (like tomorrow)

[@piyushdeulkar6607]

Thank you bro

[@davinadaeze]

Thank you for thissss❤️❤️❤️

[@justina407]

Geez , you're really cute coding. So im transferred to a public uni in Texas , which means none of my credit transfer, but I'm think I wanna do electrical engineering, but this video got me thinking about ind eng

[@KyleGillis]

Hahaha, thx. New fav comment for sure ^^, and Hmmmm. Keep in mind that the work varies widely regardless of major, but a quick summary for each would be: - EE's could be circuit design, component design for larger pieces, also working with products that need to become powered or wired for the 21st century. A example would be the "internet of things" age is coming, where everything is connected together (like our fridge now is wifi compatible). So EE's are going to be necessary at large and small companies to begin designing and bringing these things to life. - IE's are people who understand systems, and structure in the broadest perspective. We can look at a very simple job being done in a workshop or office and be able to tell how long it should take using techniques and then scale that throughout an entire company to develop budgets and aid forecasting for business. It's also a VERY good route if you're interested in being a part of upper management in a company because you are going to fully understand the operations side of the business. This also tends to be a great major for people who want their strong social skills to help that work. Often times you'll be working in teams (very strong chance you could be leading the team).

[@KyleGillis]

So that response was way longer than anticipated.. but i don't think it's too late to switch (even if credits don't transfer) regardless of which you want to do. I know everyones situation is different, but if you're into engineering I think it's important to finish with that. Some people stop part way cause it's "taking too long", but it literally will effect the rest of your life. From pay, to people you interact with, and even how you see the world. Blah blah blah, alright I'm done, hope you see what I'm saying.

[@narayananbalu9009]

Well said kyle... I am planning fr my post graduate in IE, and I've completed my bachelor's in Mechatronics Engg....nd I was very afraid how I'm gonna do my MS in IE that too in the USA nd I am somewhat week in math ..nd u gave a solution to it ..thanks fr this video nd can u tell that frm mechatronics to industrial engineering will it be a difficult one ..

[@KyleGillis]

You are on a great path my friend. IE is going to be a great addition to your toolbox.. Mechatronics is much more technical than most of IE depending on what your focus is. You're going to get the opportunity to hopefully learn more about management and understanding "big data" and analytics. All the mechatronics stuff gave you understanding of details and design of products and how they work, now you'll get a full picture from design to manufacturing to scalability to supply chain. I have several friends in MS for IE from other countries. If you have any questions in the future, feel free to hit me up. Best of luck

[@narayananbalu9009]

Thanks man.Sure I'll catch u up...

[@gabrielmunoz8653]

Hey bro, I know I'm super late to this video, and seems like to your channel, sadly. But I wanted to clear out a question: Considering my goal and passion is entrepreneurship and business, is Industrial Engineering the ideal option for me? I loved your videos in your channel and hope you come back, you explain everything perfectly! Bonus question: What do you think about the claim that industrial engineering is a business major on steroids? Thanks a lot!

[@abbyizu96]

Great video!

Good video

[@Dxnnyo]

I’m a junior in high school trying to decide which college I want to go to and which major I want to do. My inspiration is Adam Savage and I love what he does. And when I looked him up on Wikipedia it said that he was an industrial designer/engineer. I know I’m only In my junior year but my teachers want me to look at some colleges now. I have no clue where to even start.

[@mattyboyz16]

Dont stress it Most people find out what they wanna do a year after highschool after being out of school for a year you get to know what you want to do and not what others think you should do, i remember bein a junior and teachers Telling to look up colleges and what i had in mind is not close to what im doing now career wise

[@KenM77577]

Great video very helpful.

[@KyleGillis]

Thanks Ken, appreciate it.

[@ashleybarberena9808]

Great video ! New subscriber 👍🏼

[@KyleGillis]

+Ashley Barberena thanks! And wow.. didn't realize I could use emojis in comments 😅

[@TheEngineeringToolboxChannel]

Nice Video!

[@ibujemelvin]

Hi Kyle Thanks so much for the video, was having the same math problem but now I know the root cause and solution thanks again 😁, could you please send me the link for the website you spoke about towards the end, I can't access the one below. Thanks again you were super helpful 🫂

[@L.Akshay-x9y]

You should have done your undergraduation in mechanical engineering rather than cs

[@TABLA256KrutarthShitut]

Hello, this video is very helpful, thanks a lot! I am enrolled in Masters in Industrial Engineering program at University of Windsor. What subjects are there in IE? Is there maths in every aspect of IE?

[@OiVinn-eq1ml]

I can listen to you forever What school is that btw? Looks nice

[@KyleGillis]

S S West Virginia University, I’m from WV, so it was a pretty easy pick for me..

[@OiVinn-eq1ml]

@@KyleGillis Thanks bro! I know late response lol

[@jasonsmith6776]

Always have been bad at math and it discourages me from engineering, I wouldn't even know where to start or what math topics I should study

[@sarachopra6805]

I really wanna thank you for introducing me further into this field that I heard about only 2 3 days ago and I feel like it' the sweet spot I'd been waiting for. I'm going into my final year of computer science engineering and I do love the fact that I'm doing engineering but it's not necessarily the field I like. I've always been interested in art and buisiness and was planning on going for my MBA because I wanted to shift to the business side of things. But I didn't wanna leave my teaching side either. So I thought maybe I should pursue masters in an engineering field but I can't think of continuingcomputer science for my master. Industrial engineering seems like the solution to it. Do you think doing masters in IE would help me transition into this industry instead? And also, if I should do masters in IE or go into specialisation like doing Masters in Supply chain management or something? Apologies for the really long question!

[@KyleGillis]

Wow yeah, this is a great question! I would definitely investigate both sides of this! Make sure to go and talk with advisors or other people who have knowledge between masters in IE or MBA. But the masters degree in IE is very popular for a lot of people looking to be projects managers or to add versatility to your degree. Some of my friends currently in the IE masters program are EE, ME, Petroleum, etc. You’ll be able to take project management courses, operations research (this is essentially a supply chain type of course that uses a scientific approach.. a lot of people specialize in this type of course to work at FedEx, ups, Amazon etc.), along with several other IE based coursework. I hope this helps! And I’m glad to hear this is potentially the sweet spot you’ve been seeking!

[@TheExaltedHerobrine]

Computer Engineering is like a nightmare version of Computer Science

[@sitrakamatthieu]

I'm the 888th Like !!! Hope to be a IE may be one day xD but it looks cool work by the way !

[@baylee1791]

I'll be doing my masters in advanced IE next year 😅

[@lemonslice3075]

excellent video, really really informative! I'm actually a chemical engineering student, but i'm planning on getting a internship this summer to get a sense of what it really is too. I have some questions about the tasks u were given during ur internship if u could briefly list an example, and was dealing with other engineers at the job difficult? especially since you've left school at that time, and in general any advice i should keep in mind? Generally as an engineering student. I read your other replies, they're all very useful if there's anything to add please do share ur thoughts!

[@KyleGillis]

So, to answer your question about general tasks I had to do, I plan on putting out more videos weekly for the rest of this summer. One of the videos I'm going to put up is "My first engineering internship (Review)". And I'll go into more detail about what it's like and everything like that. It'll be easier for me to give you more context that way than typing out 20 different scenarios. I'll also be sure to include a segment about being around other people / engineers who know more than you since you brought that up! I'm glad you're finding this video useful!

[@lemonslice3075]

Thank you! That'd be really really awesome! Will be waiting for it for sure ^^

[@mfaarouq]

Hey Kyle, a lot of what you've said about IE really resonated with me. Coming from an undergrad in Petroleum Engineering, I'm interested in IE gradschool at WVU. Any tips on the process? Go Mountaineers!

[@KyleGillis]

+mfaarouq For sure man, I wouldn’t even say that coming to WVU would be necessary but I can definitely help give you more info about it and then you can think it over and see what’s best! You should dm me on Instagram or Facebook if you could so I can give you links and some emails -> IG: Kyle.Gillis

[@mfaarouq]

Kyle Gillis Thanks!

[@davidc3793]

im working as a welder right now and im pretty much between this or becoming a CWI. honestly IE might be easier, nad pay more over time. I love welding, though

[@harjotsinghsaini1085]

Thanks man, it was very informative

[@KyleGillis]

Glad you found it helpful 💯

[@stevedavenport1202]

I don't want a dark cloud of loud drones buzzing over my quiet neighborhood. I'd be perfectly happy waiting an extra day for a package to be quietly delivered to my door.

[@gloriajoaquim2344]

I JUST LEARNED SOMETHING NEW FROM THIS VIDEO THAN YOU KYLE.

[@Arnav99998]

Is maths easier in Industrial engineering as compared to mechanical engineering ???

[@nicolomacolomabustos7445]

Yes

[@zik9938]

Can you make a video on mechanical vs industrial engineering?

[@joeyevans8401]

I would love to see this too.

[@chloe.husmillo]

thank you so muchhhh

[@yas4409]

I am having this issuessss right now. My plan was also to save money and start something for myself or go to LA or where ever. But I always planned on doing IE, right now I am seeing it as such a big NO. I am really doubting rn, because I also want to focus on the creative part I don't know... I'm from the Netherlands btw.

[@KyleGillis]

Yup yup yup, I completely understand. Idk, it's a tough situation because it depends on a lot of things like: How much do you dislike IE, Is there a way you can see the good parts in it and still work towards something creative? Is there another degree you already have in mind switching too? My big thing is that, there are so many other degrees that are kinda cool, but don't teach you as much AND aren't worth as much. My perspective on it is that if you are a creative who ALSO has the ability to be good with understand systems and how shit works at a macro level, then do your best to power through it. Because you can always get the IE degree which shows people you have a great understanding of day in and day out operations of a business, and then you being a superior creative is such a huge thing on top of that. Just remember that you aren't going to be looking for "typical" IE jobs that they talk about all the time in class. you're going to be looking for something you can make your own.

[@yas4409]

Yeah. That's really my problem. It is so fucking discouraging when I look up the jobs that are connected to IE, like never in a hundred years I see myself doing certain things, but I do am sure that I'll find something nice about it, with me it's more that I need something to do it for, like I need some kind of motivation. But you're right, IE will teach me a lot and it will open a lot of doors since they offer a lot of different insights. Thank you for your amazing and fast response! I'll keep this one in mind and I am really looking forward to more of your vids! Thank you a lot.

[@KyleGillis]

Absolutely, and just to give you a little more of an idea. Look at this IE as a great foundational piece that will give you all the background and understanding you need to know for how shit works. Now you can do whatever it is you want to layer on top of it. Literally ANYTHING. You could be interested in fashion, social media, marketing, entrepreneurship, whatever. And you can use these to make yourself more a more unique IE. A good example is I just got back from a trip to Boston where I helped a particular fashion company at several of their stores understand what process is faster for bringing in clothes and moving them out to the sales floor for customers to buy. It's all about how creative you can be with creating your job. Good luck!

[@yas4409]

Thank you sososososossooo much! You are so right!!! I am steadily getting my motivation back and I pretty sure that I am going to be doing IE. I'll keep seeing it as a foundation for every possible thing I would want to start or work with. Super nice! Love the fact that as an IE you're deffo not stuck in a certain area or country, you can literally settle everywhere you want! Did you receive this task through college or did you apply for it?

[@KyleGillis]

I got an internship with a consulting company a few years ago. And I've worked with them on and off while in school. Since I'm currently on Christmas break, they asked if I wanted to help with that project!

[@jonathanalvarez3228]

New subscriber right here!! What do u think i should choose..Mechanical or IE??

[@KyleGillis]

Appreciate the sub! Hahaha I have no idea what you should choose.. Only you can decide that my man. Just keep open to it over your first year or 2. It shouldn't change your schedule that much.

[@لبّالحاضرة]

I'm bad at math and physics and chemistry What I do? 💔

[@KyleGillis]

Me too lmao.. and I’ve found doing 2 things help dramatically. One thing i did was started studying regularly for these classes.. i use to think i could just study the week before the exam or test and i would pass.. that’s not how it works in college tho.. so i began regularly studying every other day for those science / math classes. There is no gettting around it.. just gotta learn to start doing it. But the 2nd thing that i started doing was start talking to other students who have the class or who had it before and find all the old tests / homework’s for the class! This just comes down to having good connections in your major. There is usually an online drive of some sort that people have created to share material! This part is key 🔑 Hope this helps!

[@aroundtheglobal2627]

Appreciate your hard work actually even I want to do industrial engg. any tips for me?

[@KyleGillis]

Haha too many tips, but this one in particular stands out: Go into every class with an open mind that you will learn something that will help you in life (even if it's just knowing the teacher). A lot of people will have a negative attitude about taking a class with a particular teacher. You really can't control it, so you might as well make the most of it while you are there.

[@JJayJayJJJay]

CS switching to IE too. Liked the video btw what university are you at?

[@byangel6285]

Does IE incorporate business? I plan on going to grad school and I was wondering does IE prepare students similar to a MBA? Does IE prepare you to work at a corporation and other business environments? I plan on majoring in web design and development and a minor in Computer Science. I feel like IE is more versatile. I dont want to be just limited to the technology field. Can you give me some examples of different job occupations/environments IE's work? Thank You!

[@KyleGillis]

+Ang Robins 110%, at WVU (where I go) you can actually do a 5 year program for IE and MBA together. Industrial engineers are often in the "executive suites" of companies because they have a clear eye for operations in companies among other things. If you just google IE's that are CEO's or VP's you'll find a lot.. including Tim Cook who's the current CEO of Apple. You can also go the tech route in IE though. It truly is the possibly the most versatile major in college today.

[@stephen4017]

I wish to build a start up in the future, is industrial engineering is the best choice for me since I'm science student back in the school, or is it better for me to take computer science or management?

[@photofarid9425]

WAIT WILL I BE ABLE TO DESIGN COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

[@KyleGillis]

That wouldn’t be Industrial Engineering. That would be Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering!

[@syougowatanabe1716]

Hi, sir ,I have a question. I wanna know the working schedule of IE. Usually is Industrial engineer work from Monday to Friday? Or working 5 from Monday to Sunday ?

[@moesidani9918]

Very helpfull!! I am currently applying for industrial engineering but i am kind of afraid of the physics (i don't really like physics) so any tips?

[@moesidani9918]

Like for me i dont like technical and mechanical stuff as much as i am interested in solving problems and making everyday work easier

[@KyleGillis]

It's not as difficult as it sounds. What has worked best for me is to simply team up with 1 or 2 friends in the class and do HW problems every day you have that class. If you keep up with the work by doing practice problems on concepts you learned that day, it makes the class seem easy, as if everyone should pass it. Haha it really is just doing plenty of problems.

[@KyleGillis]

Right, this is the case for so many Industrial Engineering majors. Keep in mind you will still need to pass some technical classes, but 90% of the major is focused on efficiency and eliminating waste in large / small processes. (AKA, making work easier and cheaper). Haha that's the major in a nutshell.

[@iamax8307]

Thank you so much.. I relate this.. Can you help me with thus little thing> Is it best to take Business Studies? And also, im looking for a job that gives me opportunities to travel around, does an ID/IE travel much? And is it possible to do IE/ID AND THEN go to architecture? I wanna know how big the career scope is =)

[@r6m697]

I will start researching about this now but Industrial Engineering is the name of program? is it bachelor's? (also is it prefer to have master's because it is so competitive or idk) I wanted to study human computer interaction (HCI) in order to study UX design but I also thought studying only phycology + marketing thing is good but may not be the best, because engineer, marketing or some kinda other major/skill can combined together for UX design in the future. And marketing is too general but this industrial engineering sounds cool. However I only took math 11 and I'm good at logically thinking but not educated in math. Do you think I can study this while im in university transfer program and prepare for my bachelor which is HCI? or this needs to be my bachelor and it is unrelated/hard to change to UX design from this? I would be okay to get a job about industrial engineer first then change it to UX design one day. I have an idea of my own business so maybe studying this might make me wanna be a entrepreneur.

[@kalikobert1898]

Hi Kyle My name is Kali. I have always been very interested in the business side of things but want to have more of a variety of what I can do after I graduate and not just a plain desk job all day. I`ve been really interested in the supply chain, can industrial engineers do that? Also, I'm terrible at all the math and sciences. After you get through the core classes, how much of chem, physics, and calc do you ACTUALLY use? Great video btw!

[@KyleGillis]

Hey Kali, thanks for the comment. Yes! IE’s can handle supply chain and so much more. Regarding math, what classes have you had so far? Have you taken any physics? I think this will help me get an idea of where you’re at. IE’s normally go to Calc 3 , or one step farther (differential equations). They usually take 2 semesters of physics.

[@kalikobert1898]

I'm currently in pre-calculus.... I hate chemistry so I am just trying to get a general understanding of how much of physics, chem and calc IE`s actually use in the field. Also, how do I know If IE is for me if I don't start taking core IE classes until junior/Senior year? What would be a general personality type of an IE?

[@kalikobert1898]

I've only taken​ one general chemistry course sophomore year of high school and general physics junior year of high school.

[@KyleGillis]

From my experience of being in the field (about 2 years real world experience) and from talking with IE professionals and friends, you ACTUALLY use very very little Calc, chem, or physics in the real world as an IE. The real answer is none.. lol. As an IE you’ll use more general statistics than anything ALTHOUGH, some of the most important aspects for an IE is having good social skills.. A good IE needs to be able to talk to the board room (executives) of a company, and talk to the hardworking people on a manufacturing floor or the people actually doing the work. So you have to be business savvy and relatable. IE’s tend to also be good leaders, they naturally leave school and get project management roles. They also have a string history of becoming executives. Thousands and thousands of graduating IE’s go on to become Presidents and Vice Presidents of large companies. This is cause they understand the back end operations process already, which is normally harder to learn than the front end stuff like marketing and sales *shots fired* As far as passing math classes, you need to be ready to go through em .. just gotta put your head down and grind through them. It’s a very small sacrifice for a lifetime of different experiences.

[@kalikobert1898]

Oh wow, well I guess honestly that’s a good thing because I really don’t enjoy math that much. How hard really we’re all those classes? Do you think an average student can pass with hard work? Do you have a link or list of career options IE’s can take?

[@RobtheRobot7667]

Not sure if you'll read this but just graduated with a BS in engineering technology with comp-sci focus but want to go into civil or mechanical for masters. What do you think? Currently a programmer but not passionate about it. Want to build stuff.

[@talhaahmed4264]

I am currently doing software engineering. Should I switch out of it and take admission in Industrial engineering? I am a bit confuse. Need your guide. Looking forward for your answer. Thanks.

[@vishalzala4334]

Hey, I am mechanical engineer and i want to complete my further studies in industrial engineering, bt i am afraid about maths subject. Should i choose this field or not?

[@KyleGillis]

I hope I’m reading this correctly, but if you’re already mechanical and plan to continue with that, the math in Industrial is easier! Well kinda, you take the same amount of “math” classes. The only difference is the IE classes will involve a lot more statistics type of class work. But i promise it’ll seem easy compared to mechanical classwork. 💯

[@kenorolle668]

Nice vid ,but what is the easiest engineering major.

[@KyleGillis]

Industrial Engineering lol

[@gamingriding6961]

@@KyleGillis is it really the easiest? I'm currently studying IE but sometimes I doubt it's a good major because if it is seen as easy, a lot of people who want to be engineers just for the title will seek IE.

[@KyleGillis]

This is true, but none the less the skills learned prove very valuable in the world. Don’t get caught up in all the titles and people saying one is better or one is worse and all that. IE’s are super valuable for many many reasons and are needed in all industries. The skills learned in IE are a cross section of a strong business understanding and a broad engineering understanding. This means you understand the front end business and the back end operations. By the end of an IE degree you’ll understand everything from starting a business, to planning for building physical structures, to growing and scaling production lines. Very versatile.

[@gamingriding6961]

@@KyleGillis Thank you so much.

[@KyleGillis]

Yessir, best of luck

[@AnDi-hq2gd]

Thank you for your video. And i want to ask, how can i know whether IE is the right choice or not, and whether i am suitable for it?

[@AnDi-hq2gd]

Hope u can understand my bad english and help me

[@TXBankBoyz]

For beginning IE major, is Intro to Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists a great read/ study book, and is the information in this book applicable to IE?

[@Ratracer_222]

Will industrial engineering jobs be lost in future due to automation?

[@maxolson8249]

I thought industrial engineers are the ones creating the automation

[@mrbert8851]

3% chances

[@sebasyesenia]

Yo if you read this, I am currently thinking of switching majors from Film into Engineering. Wanted to know if there was any advice you could give to see if I could do that or even if it’s for me?

[@sed0692]

hi what type of math I will need, is there a way i can see a curriculum ?

[@KyleGillis]

Most of the engineering schools i know require these math courses for almost all of their majors: College Algebra, Trig, Calc 1, Calc 2, Calc 3, and Differential Equations. Glad you brought up the curriculum, I'm sure you can google a specific field and find all the courses, but I'm going to put out a completely separate video in 2 weeks that goes over all the courses you will take from Freshman year to Senior year and what you learn in each of em.

[@sed0692]

thank you. I plan on returning to school and I want to learn that. I guess it is never to late.

[@KyleGillis]

100% man. Friends of mine who were interested in engineering Freshman year but couldn't wrap their head around the math switched majors early on - which is understandable if they weren't really sure if they wanted to do engineering. But for anyone who thinks they really want to do it, it's worth taking an extra year (or going back) to finish the degree. Many people just think about the money, but don't consider a lot of the intangible benefits like having a better understanding of the world, and what you end up doing when you're 60, 70 or 80. Haha just a thought.

[@radenyoviwendra]

Operation Research always made me dizzy

[@rdv_plays3848]

This is really similar to my life and now im gonna pursue industrial hope this is the one

[@shujayethossain6554]

Hi Is it doable for someone who is not good at maths? Thank you

[@rabimunif2078]

Bro!!! Please respond! I am looking at Systems Engineering & Design vs Industrial Engineering. Could you please share some much appreciated insight? Also, I was also willing to double major with Actuarial Science. Is this a good idea by any means?

[@lemonslice3075]

I do have a question though, you dropped out after taking few courses and from what I understand you didn't do very well in the major courses, didn't you face difficulty with the interview for the internship u got? I mean how did u manage to explain that and still get it? Also didn't you face difficulty while doing the internship? since you didn't take many courses in the major and you were struggling in some from my understanding?

[@KyleGillis]

Really great question Lem Lem. I the first time applying for this company I did about 5 interviews and then wasn't chosen, but several months later they needed additional inters so they put me through another interview and I was accepted. Before the interview process they had me take 2 different tests. One was similar to an IQ test of some sort, and the other was a few case studies asking what I would do. As far as I know, I've never heard of an employer asking about your grades in class besides overall GPA. They usually just want to know you can practically apply the information. Also, most companies understand that you aren't going to completely know what's going on just from being in class. Unless your class actually goes out into the field, it's impossible to replicate what it's really like working day to day.

[@lemonslice3075]

I understand, yes that definitely makes sense!

[@xMyPointlessChannelx]

So you didn’t graduate but you were still able to get an internship? That’s great if that’s true

[@iqqss_6325]

Hi, I'm confused between pursuin Chemical engineering or Industrial engineering. ChemE, I'm a bit afraid because like what you mentioned, I ain't good at math and physics. So what?? Btw I'm also interested in business and economics etc etc. Is industrial engineering math easier ??