Fundamentals of Lean Production
Methods for managing manufacturing and service operations based upon Toyota Production System. Topics include the principles of JIT and lean production, pull production, setup reduction, preventive maintenance, cellular manufacturing, employee empowerment, and supplier partnerships.
Prerequisites: Junior Standing, minimum grade of "C-" in SCMG 332 or SCMG 332H or SCMG 232 or SCMG 232H.
Outcomes: Understanding of concepts and tools for reducing waste and continuously improving operations based upon Toyota's success-proven approach.
Prerequisites: Junior Standing, minimum grade of "C-" in SCMG 332 or SCMG 332H or SCMG 232 or SCMG 232H.
Outcomes: Understanding of concepts and tools for reducing waste and continuously improving operations based upon Toyota's success-proven approach.