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Apr 19, 2024
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ETEC 211 - Lean Manufacturing
5.0 Credits
Introduction to lean manufacturing using the Six Sigma process improvement structure. Manage the value stream of processes with techniques such as identifying waste, transition to pull, use of kanbans, 5S and supply chain management.
Prerequisite Placement in MATH 087 or ETEC 150 or concurrent enrollment.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe basic continuous improvement processes including lean, Six Sigma, and total quality management.
- Map and analyze a value stream.
- Describe the eight types of waste that exist in manufacturing and transactional processes.
- Explain the difference between push and pull manufacturing.
- Calculate process cycle time, process cycle efficiency, critical work in process, and inventory turns.
- Set up a replenishment pull system.
- Describe key features of a supply chain management program and stocking strategy.
- Identify process constraints.
- Implement quick changeover techniques.
- Demonstrate the ability to work in teams.
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