Manufacturing Concepts

General

Prefix

ETS

Course Number

446

Course Level

Undergraduate

College/School

College of Science and Engineering

Description

Management of production systems. Safety, work design and ergonomics, personnel practices, ISO, quality management practices, supply chain basics, sustainability, communication, project management. Lab.

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Be able to plan and structure effective manufacturing facilities including but not limited to materials flow, machine placement, human factors, quality assurance, maintenance, and receiving and shipping.

Outcome

Interface between management and production level personnel for effective communication/leadership.

Outcome

Utilize best practices for task assignments, building worker confidence, and efficacy.

Outcome

Analyze: process, tooling, workers, managers, and facilities to develop modifications with the intention to enhance productivity and safety.