Lean Manufacturing (Kettering University)
In addition to foundation and core courses, students intending to concentrate in lean manufacturing should complete the following course work:
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Credits: 4 quarter credits/3 semester credits
Category: MS in Manufacturing Operations (required)/Lean Manufacturing concentration (required)
Pre-requisites: None
Offered: 1 section in Spring, 1 section in Fall at Kettering University
Instructional Format: distance learning
Description: This course starts from a study of principles of systems thinking applied to production systems. The evolution of productions systems, from craft, to mass and to lean production is then presented. Industrial system dynamics is also discussed. This is followed by a detailed study of modern lean enterprise systems, their features and techniques for their development. Management of the supply and demand chain of a lean enterprise and mapping the associated value stream is also studies and incorporated in students’ projects. Contemporary product/process development techniques, rapid product prototyping, and the role of CAD/CAM/CIM in modern production systems is also discussed.
Credits: 4 quarter credits/3 semester credits
Category: MS in Manufacturing Operations (required)/Lean Manufacturing concentration (required)
Pre-requisites: MFGO 633
Offered: 1 section in Spring, 1 section in Fall at Kettering University
Instructional Format: distance learning
Description: A critical issue facing most manufacturers of a product is the design of a competitive and low-cost manufacturing operation. In this course, work analysis will consist of the application of process analysis, methods improvement, and work measurement techniques to meet the competitive goals of a manufacturing company. Two broad objectives must be satisfied in the design of a manufacturing operation. One is to meet (or exceed) the productivity and quality competitive requirements demanded by the marketplace; the other is to make each operation safe, satisfying, and motivating for the worker. Thus, an effective manufacturing operation should result in higher levels of productivity, quality, and at a low cost.
Credits: 4 quarter credits/3 semester credits
Category: MS in Manufacturing Operations (required)/Lean Manufacturing concentration (required)
Pre-requisites: MFGO 633
Offered: 1 section in Spring, 1 section in Fall at Kettering University
Instructional Format: distance learning
Description: This quality function is examined relative to its integration with other manufacturing functions. The major facets of the quality function are examined regarding their objectives are discussed. Techniques and systems, both statistical and philosophical, for quality improvement are also covered.
