Module Descriptors
MANAGEMENT, PLANNING AND CONTROL OF PRODUCTION
MECH60254
Key Facts
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Level 6
15 credits
Contact
Leader: David Link
Email: D.Link@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 30
Independent Study Hours: 120
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
  • EXAMINATION - UNSEEN IN EXAMINATION CONDITIONS weighted at 50%
  • ASSIGNMENT weighted at 50%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
An examination weighted at 50%, learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3.
An assignment (case study analysis) weighted at 50%, learning outcomes 2, 3 and 4.
Module Indicative Content
Systems approach to problem solving in manufacturing. Introduction to Manufacturing Systems engineering and modern philosophies.
Types of systems and plant layout.
Comparative appraisals of different systems.
Introduction to planning and control methodologies and tools applicable to manufacturing organisations including; demand management, master production, scheduling, capacity planning, manufacturing resource planning, enterprise resource planning, shop floor control and inventory management.
Module Learning Strategies
A limited amount of lectures (12 hours) (in order to introduce the subject and to guide the student) will be enhanced by the provision of detailed information and sources of information. Students will be encouraged to work in teams in order to analyse the case study. This will aim to provide the experience necessary to achieve the learning outcomes of the module.
Tutorial sessions (18 hours), as appropriate will support the teaching of specific techniques.
Module Resources
Internet and library access
Module Special Admissions Requirements
None.
Module Texts
Production and Operation Management, Muhlemann et.al. Pitman, 2000, ISBN: 0273032356