OPS571 Operations Management
Course Description
This course applies planning and controlling concepts to increase the value of the supply chain. Students learn to evaluate and improve processes. Other topics include process selection, process design, theory of constraints, project implementation, capacity planning, lean production, facility location, and business forecasting.
Topics and Objectives
Process Selection and Design
- Design flowcharts and metrics to measure and improve process performance.
- Identify factors that affect process development.
Improving Processes
- Apply learning curve theory to increase individual and organizational performance.
- Evaluate a process by applying statistical process control techniques.
- Describe approaches to Total Quality Management (TQM).
Evaluating Processes
- Evaluate different inventory models.
- Analyze scheduling and controlling techniques.
- Apply Goldratt’s Theory of Constraints to identify and overcome process bottlenecks.
- Design a project implementation plan.
Supply Chain Design
- Design a supply chain to increase value.
- Evaluate factors that guide strategic capacity planning.
- Analyze current applications of lean production.
Business Forecasting
- Apply forecasting concepts to process analysis.
- Apply aggregate operations planning techniques to minimize the cost of resources to meet demand.
- Design a Material Requirements Plan (MRP).
Facility Location
- Analyze the factors that affect location choices.
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