This module is directed towards students undertaking a course of study leading to the award of a Level 8 honours degree in manufacturing engineering. It is intended to give an overall view of operations management, the role of the Operations Manager and how operations differ from one organisation to another. Students will be introduced to contemporary operations management tools and techniques, and will develop competency in their application. In addition, this module gives students insight into how the operations function fits into the overall organisation
1. An overview of operations management and operations strategy, the Input – transformation – outputprocess
2. Economic, social and environmental performanceCorporate Social Responsibility The five operations performance objectives
3. Process Design Supply network design Capacity Management Forecasting Location, Layout and Flow of different types of plant layout
4. Process Technology
5. People, jobs and organisation
6. Planning and Control The nature of planning and control Capacity planning and control
7. Inventory Planning and Control Volume and timing decisions
8. Supply Chain behaviour and improvement
9. ERP and MRP
10. Operations and Risk Management
11. Lean Manufacturing Principles, Metrics, Tools & Techniques
A lecture based method of delivery is used for this module, supported by tutorials where necessary. Case studies and a team-based Lean game are also used to support learning. In addition, students will complete practical operations management assignments, which will .allow students apply and consolidate their learning.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 70 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 30 |