Course Outcomes
System Metrics
Understand key metrics in manufacturing and how they are influenced
Process Improvement
Know how to apply process-improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, TOC, etc.) in order to reduce lead times and to improve efficiency and quality
Process Planning
Develop a detailed process plan.
System Design
Design a cell, production line, or a plant layout.
System Elements
Understand the different elements comprising a manufacturing system and how they interact.
Project Planning
Develop a schedule for system implementation and startup.
Production & Inventory Control
Understand the principles and techniques of production and inventory control.
Discrete-Event Simulation
Use discrete event simulation to evaluate a system design.
Resource Planning
Determine resource requirements based on standard operator times and effective machine cycle times.
Economic Analysis
Perform an economic anaysis for justifying a proposed manufacturing solution.
