ME 526 - LEAN OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

College of Engineering

Credit(s): 3

This course will cover topics in basic lean system operations as well as the management system to support the attainment of highest customer satisfaction with respect to Safety, Quality, Cost, Productivity, Delivery and Human Resource Development. Working in teams, students apply fundamental lean tools and concepts to develop a lean operations environment capable of driving continuous improvement in a simulated factory. As the operational environment evolves, key management principles and tools are explored using the teachings of Taiichi Ohno and others considered to be the pillars of the Toyota Production System. All students must have a webcam and microphone or headset to participate in on-line team and class meetings.

Prereq: Enrollment restricted to junior-level or above students. Prior enrollment in the Lean Student certificate course or MFS 503 is required or with the consent of the instructor.
Approved for Distance Learning.
Crosslisted with: MFS 526, EE 526