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Level 7
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15 Credits
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0.125 EFTS
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Course duration: 17 weeks
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Workload - Approximately 9 hours per week
The design and organisation of methods used in manufacturing to bring about the transformation process is of fundamental importance to a manufacturing firm. In this course you will undertake a practical study to apply concepts developed during the course. This course follows on from MEC2202 Manufacturing Processes.
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to
- analyse various techniques and carry out a range of practical tests associated with metrology;
- explain how the study of methods and work measurement can help the engineer solve many problems associated with the manufacturing environment;
- interpret how the functions of production planning and control operate in a manufacturing organisation;
- analyse the concept of inventory control and in particular, its application to the ordering and costing of materials in store;
- analyse and apply methods for equipment selection and maintenance;
- evaluate various layouts associated with manufacturing and explain when and how to apply them;
- outline the principles of operation of flexible manufacturing systems, group technology, just in time systems and computer integrated manufacturing;
- examine the applications of health and safety management in manufacturing organisations;
- evaluate various investment options using net present value.
- analyse different types of robots and their application characteristics;
- discuss various types of automated material handling systems and their applications in the manufacturing industries;
- discuss automated inspection and testing systems and their applications in the manufacturing industries;
- discuss various characteristics of automated production lines and their applications in the manufacturing industries.
Assessment
40% internally assessed
60% exam
For more information and a full list of exam times see our examinations page.
Textbooks
No textbooks are required for this course
Computer and internet requirements
This course is delivered online, so you will access the course and do your study online, which generally includes reading and doing activities, watching videos, downloading content, and writing and submitting assessments online.
For online learning you need:
- Access to a laptop or desktop computer
- Reliable broadband internet and a data plan
Find out more about online learning
If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access will allow you to study online please contact us.