Daniel J. Epstein Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering

Innovation in Systems, Algorithms and Quantitative Methods

Industrial and Systems Engineering at USC

The Daniel J. Epstein Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering leads through innovation in systems, algorithms and quantitative methods. We prepare students to become skilled experts, managers, decision-makers and researchers for design and optimization in complex and uncertain environments. The Epstein Department’s research and education benefit society through novel systems for healthcare, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, security, e-commerce, and the environment.
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Spring 2025: PhD New Student Orientation

Wed, Dec 18, 2024
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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The Viterbi PhD New Student Orientation is a mandatory online information session that will introduce you to campus services, university policies, student life, and resources available to you. You will also meet current students and Viterbi...

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Spring 2025: Viterbi MS On Campus Orientation, Part II

Wed, Jan 08, 2025
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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The Viterbi Masters New Student Welcome is a mandatory two-part orientation program for new incoming Viterbi Masters Students. All new master's students will gather together at Orientation Part II for a day of learning and network...

Jan13Mon
Spring 2025 Viterbi Get Connected! Fair

Mon, Jan 13, 2025
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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This event is designed for both new and returning Viterbi engineering students to explore student organizations and campus resources at USC.

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Industry Leaders-Turned-Professor-Philanthropists Engineer a Novel Pipeline
Industry Leaders-Turned-Professor-Philanthropists Engineer a Novel Pipeline

A gift from USC Viterbi professor Neil Siegel and his wife, Robyn Friend, creates an eponymous endowed professorship in systems engineering.

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USC Launches First-of-its-Kind Interdisciplinary PhD Program in Artificial Intelligence and Operations Research
USC Launches First-of-its-Kind Interdisciplinary PhD Program in Artificial Intelligence and Operations Research

The launch of the new ORAI PhD certificate program is supported by a $2.9 million National Research Traineeship (NRT) grant from the National Science Foundation, putting USC at the forefront of AI for decision-making.

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How a Ham Sandwich Can Solve Our Package Delivery Problems
How a Ham Sandwich Can Solve Our Package Delivery Problems

Award-winning USC Viterbi research develops streamlined last-mile delivery solutions, improving delivery times and easing workloads for busy drivers.

Published on February 23rd, 2017Last updated on December 5th, 2024