REGU08009 2021 Operations Management and GMP
This module aims to provide students with an introduction to current and future knowledge of strategic operations including Industry 4.0, MedTech 4.0, and Smart Operations engineering and management in the context of a GMP environment.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Debate Manufacturing & Operations Engineering functions and the importance of Operations Engineering Strategy in Product and Service design, Process Technology and Quality Control.
Recognise and Define GMP, Manufacturing types and layouts and describe how to balance a line
Explain Purchasing, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management concepts as well as Planning and Inventory control in the context of a GMP organization.
Explain Industry 4.0 in the context of MedTech 4.0; definition, technologies, various Operations strategies in the context of a GMP organisation.
Summarise and explain Operational Excellence; Lean philosophy, Six Sigma; Agile Project Planning in the context of GMP Operations Management.
Illustrate data analytics; tools and techniques and calculations to demonstrate understanding and application of the learning outcomes.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Content will be delivered primarily via online and blended methods. Additional lecturing, as required, may be provided by outside specialists and practitioners. Learning strategies including evidence based and enquiry based learning also will be used. Resources used will include Moodle, Adobe connect, Panopto, and other multimedia such as youtube, webinars, literature databases.
Module Assessment Strategies
The assessment approach for this module will be 100% Continuous Assessment with a range of assessment methods employed including some of the following: short-form assessment exams incl. MCQ's, project assignments, group reports and essays and oral presentations.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat assignments will be given in line with Marks and standards
Indicative Syllabus
The following is a summary of the main topics included in this particular module:
GMP manufacturing and operations engineering introduction and strategy, SPC, Quality planning and control in GMP environments. Product and service design. Process technology. Gmp facility layout and line balancing. Supply chain management and forecasting. Capacity planning and aggregate production planning. Inventory management and scheduling. Lean systems. Project planning and control. Enterprise resource planning (ERP).
This module aims to provide students with an introduction to current and future knowledge of strategic operations including Industry 4.0, MedTech 4.0, and Smart Operations engineering and management in the context of a GMP environment.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Technical report | Coursework Assessment | Written Report/Essay | 20 % | Week 3 | 1 |
2 | Essay | Coursework Assessment | Essay | 30 % | Week 6 | 2,3,5 |
3 | MCQ/LAQ | Coursework Assessment | Multiple Choice/Short Answer Test | 15 % | Week 10 | 4,5,6 |
4 | Critical evaluation | Coursework Assessment | Written Report/Essay | 25 % | Week 8 | 4,6 |
5 | Presentation | Coursework Assessment | Oral Exam/Presentation | 10 % | Week 13 | 3 |
Online Learning Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Online Lecture | Online | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Independent Learning | Online | Independent Learning | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Required & Recommended Book List
2016-05-09 Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management Wiley
ISBN 1119117828 ISBN-13 9781119117827
Think of the many different products and services that are purchased and consumed each day how do they reach the end-user? What does this cost? What happens when something goes wrong?
Logistics and Supply Chain Management (SCM) are the areas of study which help us to explore and answer these questions. Today they play a very important role in underpinning the success of many organisations across the public and private sectors and impact how we live our lives. While the origins of logistics and SCM are firmly embedded in the manufacturing domain, the successful applications of logistics and SCM principles and practices are becoming increasingly relevant in the services area also see for example, the many changes that have recently been driven into healthcare systems and airlines.
Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management, now in its third edition, provides essential reading for anybody studying SCM and logistics. Encompassing both practical and strategic perspectives, it takes a truly global perspective, recognising the transnational nature of logistics activities in todays world.
Key features of this new and extended third edition include:
- 18 up-to-date chapters on all aspects of logistics and SCM, including coverage of emerging and important topics such as security, technology and automation in logistics, supply chain data flows, logistics and the internet of everything, sustainability, supply chain vulnerability and trade facilitation.
- New chapters include one on management science applications, which provides an easy and clear introduction to key quantitative techniques that can be applied to logistics and SCM.
- 12 updated case studies, including new case studies on air cargo, portcity logistics, automobile manufacturing logistics and logistics infrastructure appraisal.
Module Resources
As per booklist