Introductory description

ES2D0-15 Industrial Engineering

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Module aims

Outline syllabus

This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.

Industrial Engineering "…draws upon specialised knowledge and skill in mathematical, physical and social sciences, together with the principles and methods of engineering analysis and design to specify, predict and evaluate results to be obtained from such systems" (adapted from a definition US Institute of Industrial Engineers)
Indicative Contents is as follows:
Method Study - The Attack on Non Value Added Work
Facilities Planning - Organising People, Facilities, Space and Materials
Work Measurement - The Analysis of Work Performance
Ergonomics - Human Physical Performance, Cognitive Ergonomics, Health & Safety
Work Design - The Essentials
Productivity - Efficiency versus Effectiveness
Project Management
Linear Programming and Goal Programming
Lean & Industrial Engineering - Equal Impact

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module, students should be able to:

• Evaluate and apply project management techniques to design and improve the performance of industrial systems. (C15,M15)
• Explain and apply Industrial Engineering methods within the context of Operations Management. (C2, C3, M2, M3)
• Assess workplace ergonomics and design appropriate improvement solutions in line with relevant Health and Safety regulations (C5, C15, C16(D), M5, M15, M16(D))
• Design and evaluate factory layout solutions to optimise the use of people, space, and facilities. (C5, C6, M5, M6)
• Analyse ethical, social, and legal requirements relevant to Industrial Engineering practice. (C8, M8)

Indicative reading list

Reading lists can be found in Talis

Subject specific skills

Plan and manage the design process, including cost drivers, evaluating outcomes, and working with technical uncertainty
Knowledge and understanding of the need for a high level of professional and ethical conduct in engineering and the use of technical literature, other information sources including appropriate codes of practice and industry standards
Knowledge and understanding of risk issues, including health & safety, environmental and commercial risk, risk assessment and risk management techniques and an ability to evaluate commercial risk
Knowledge of professional codes of conduct, how ethical dilemmas can arise, relevant legal and contractual issues.

Transferable skills

Communicate (written and oral; to technical and non-technical audiences) and work with others
Awareness of the nature of business and enterprise in the creation of economic and social value
Ability to formulate and operate within appropriate codes of conduct, when faced with an ethical issue
Appreciation of the global dimensions of engineering, commerce and communication