MGMT08020 2013 Operations Management
This module gives an insight into the activities associated with the creation of a product or service. Operations management is one of the core functions of any business.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Apply the principles of operations management to a variety of businesses and organisations.
Identify the steps involved in process design and appreciate the different types of process layout.
Communicate the concept of operations networks and supply chain management.
Demonstrate an understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).
Display an understanding of Lean operations.
6. Apply quality tools and techniques
Indicative Syllabus
Introduction to Operations Management: operations within an organisation. The process transformation model. Types of operations. The activities and role of operations managers. Operations performance objectives.
Design in Operations Management: The volume -variety effect on operations design. The network perspective. Long-term capacity management. The layout procedure. The basic layout types. Detailed design of the layout.
Planning and Control - Capacity, Inventory and Supply Chain: the nature of planning and control. Planning and control activities. Capacity planning and control. Alternative capacity plans. Inventory planning and control. The volume decision. The timing decision. Supply chain planning and control. Supply chain management.
ERP and Lean: What is MRP, MRPII and ERP. MRPII calculations. The Lean philosophy. Lean techniques.
Indicative Group Work
Layout Design: Product, Procee, Cellular Layout
Planning and Control Calculations: Sequencin, Scheduling, Utilisation etc.
Inventory Control: ABC Analysis. Stock Turns
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Continuous Assessment | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 20 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 80 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
Full Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Lecture | Flat Classroom | Theory | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Part Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Lecture | Not Specified | Theory | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Module Resources
Authors |
Title |
Publishers |
Year |
Slack N, Brandon-Jones, Johnston R |
Essentials of Operations Management, |
Prentice Hall |
2011 |
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