METS1520 Advanced Tools in Lean Implementation (On Hold)
This course encompasses review and discussion of the major principles and practices of Lean. This class provides a more detailed review and discussion of the major lean tools, including their use and application. There will also be discussion on the high level (overarching) principles and philosophies of Lean Manufacturing and Lean Enterprise. This class compliments and expands upon the basic concepts presented in Principles and Practices of Lean Manufacturing: Lean Tools and Techniques.
This course utilizes a Lean Simulation tool to enhance the learning experience by demonstrating the actual use of Lean principles and tools in a simulated operations environment. The simulation tool compares and contrasts traditional processes with Lean to show subsequent results improvement.
Course Requirements and Evaluation
Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.
Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Describe the five primary elements of Lean manufacturing, including proper application and rationale for each element.
Describe the Lean principles and tools utilized in the planning and execution of simulated Lean improvements in manufacturing environments, using the Lean Simulation tool.
Compare and contrasts traditional manufacturing with Lean and list the subsequent results.
Identify critical components of Lean program planning and implementation.
Describe one process for implementing Lean manufacturing in an organization.
Text and References
A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the bookstore.
Course Scheduling
The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty two hours for each lab credit and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Credit Details section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.
Accommodations Statement
Access Services - Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified students with documented disabilities. Upon attending an intake meeting with Access Services, qualified students will receive a letter listing the approved accommodations that they may provide to their instructors. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, contact HTC Access Services at
AccessServices@hennepintech.edu or
https://hennepintech.edu/current-students/access-services/index.html.
Campus
Eden Prairie Campus: 952-995-1300
Credit Details