Course Outcomes
Factory Elements
Understand the essential elements for having a productive, profitable factory.
Factory Performance
Understand the metrics used to quantify the performance of a factory, and be able to assess this performance.
Minimizing Variability
Learn how important variability is in reducing quality and productivity, and find ways to minimize variability and its effects.
System Modeling
Learn methods of modeling production systems in order to predict probable performance.
Statistical Techniques
Understand appropriate use of statistical techniques for identifying special cause and common cause variation in order to respond appropriately.
Production System Improvement Project
Communicate the basis and justification of a production system improvement project in oral and written form.
