Industrial Manufacturing Tech (623)
623-002. Value Stream Mapping. (1 Credit)
This course introduces principles and techniques of value stream mapping to reduce inefficiencies and waste.
Prerequisites: 623-001 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C
623-131. Transactional Lean. (3 Credits)
Gain a practical understanding of how lean continuous improvement techniques can reduce/remove waste in transactional processes to increase productivity, support work quality and increase customer/stakeholder satisfaction. Learn to identify defects in transactional processes, including purchasing, quoting, scheduling, engineering and accounting, and explore lean enterprise concepts that apply to non-manufacturing operations.
623-161. Lean Enterprise/Intro. (3 Credits)
Learn the principles of lean through various in-class, team and individual activities. Develop a deep understanding of the value stream mapping process. Explore lean development tools at a high level, laying a foundation for more detailed study in subsequent courses.
623-162. Prin for Lean Enterprise. (3 Credits)
Explore concepts and tools for successfully implementing lean, including 5S and cellular manufacturing, focusing on the concept of one-piece flow and pull production. Explore leadership-related issues that lean enterprise facilitators face in the workplace. Gain insight into how to apply these tools and concepts in manufacturing and transactional related fields. Work collaboratively to present theory, review case studies and develop a project that analyzes lean practices.
Prerequisites: (623-161 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C)
623-163. J-I-T Lean Enterprise. (3 Credits)
Explore several concepts and tools that are instrumental to the successful implementation of Lean, including Single Minute Exchange of Dies, Kanban, Mistake-Proofing and Standard Work. Gain insight into how these tools and concepts can be applied in both manufacturing and transactional related fields. The class incorporates theory, application and group activities where students work collaboratively to present relevant Lean and change management practices.
Prerequisites: 623-161 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C and 623-162 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C
623-164. Lean Leadership Applications. (3 Credits)
Apply the principles of lean through a comprehensive lean project. Demonstrate your ability to apply the value stream mapping process. Determine which lean improvement tools are appropriate for your chosen project, and demonstrate how to apply the selected tools effectively. Identify lean leadership strategies to successfully complete your project.
Prerequisites: 623-163 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C
623-170. Intro to Continuous Improvment. (3 Credits)
This course is an application-based introduction to leadership in facilitating and championing a quality environment within an organization. Theories and approaches to improvement of systems and processes are examined to identify opportunities for improved efficiency.
623-171. Introduction to ISO. (3 Credits)
Explore interpretations of the ISO 9001:2015 standard's clauses in detail, providing a base for understanding the quality management principles and auditing requirements of the standard. Learn how to audit internal process documentation effectively, using appropriate communication techniques. Learn how to document audit findings/nonconformities correctly. Apply the concepts you learn through a practice audit.
623-173. GD&T/Solidworks. (3 Credits)
Learn the symbols, modifiers, rules, and concepts of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing. Based on material conditions, the student determines feature tolerance zones for location, form, orientation, runout and profile tolerances as specified on drawings. The student utilizes part function in the development of datums and feature tolerances while creating dimension drawings per ASME Y14.5 – 2009 using SolidWorks.
Prerequisites: (457-150 with a minimum grade of C or 439-181 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C)
623-175. Computer Assisted Prog Process. (3 Credits)
Learn about how to utilize computer-assisted programming software that drives various manufacturing equipment to produce a given product. In this course, the student will use Mastercam for machine tools and SigmaNEST for automated laser/plasma cutting processes.
623-180. Manufacturing Eng Capstone. (4 Credits)
This course takes the student through the product manufacturing process. Starting with a product or part to produce, the student applies knowledge of material properties in the development of manufacturing process plans. GD&T theory is applied in the development of efficient fixed gauging and inspection techniques. Lean concepts are applied and students prepare financial justifications for improvement projects.
Prerequisites: (623-173 with a minimum grade of C or 606-114 with a minimum grade of C) and 623-163 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C and 606-162 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C
623-405. Workplace Organization - 5S. (0.6 Credits)
Learn the 5S method of workplace organization to reduce waste and optimize productivity through maintaining an orderly workplace. Use the 5S steps (sort, set in order, shine, standardize and sustain) to develop and maintain an organized work environment.
623-421. OSHA Principles. (1 Credit)
This course provides competency in the OSHA standards.
623-492B. Intermediate Lean for Mfg. (0.4 Credits)
Intermediate Lean for Manufacturing continues the discussion and analysis of systems and processes efficiency to meet and support organizational goals.
623-492C. Inventory Best Practices. (0.4 Credits)
Manufacturing companies often depend on inventory to operate or fill client orders. Inventory is a major company asset that helps a company with tasks such as planning and staying within budget. Keeping accurate inventory records is a major management tool that has multiple benefits. The focus of this workshop is to provide an overview of current best practices in inventory management and its impact on the organization’s supply chain.
623-505. Process Improvement Tools. (2 Credits)
Explore structured problem-solving methodologies including Six Sigma and 8D used to implement process improvement.