Manufacturing Systems (30 Credits)

Using technology for the production of goods and services is a fundamental part of the human endeavor. Manufacturing, which is vital to the economic health of the nation, is one of the primary areas of study in technology. The competitive aspects of the global economy are also forcing rapid changes in manufacturing. To meet these challenges, manufacturers need capable and talented individuals in leadership positions in technical programs within universities as well as in businesses.

Manufacturing Systems Specialization

A Manufacturing System can be defined as the means to operate and control processes that add value to a product. Another key characteristic of a manufacturing system is its ability to replicate the product profitably. While traditional manufacturing programs have focused on manufacturing technologies, manufacturing systems concentrates on all the activities and practices used to integrate an enterprise's production.
 

Manufacturing Systems Schedule:

Manufacturing Systems Course Descriptions:

Bowling Green State University (BGSU)
TECH 750: Computer Based Tools in Manufacturing (3 hours)

Examination of contemporary analytical computer software used in manufacturing with critical analysis of the features of each system. Examples include CAD/CAM, FEA, simulation, and off-line programming.

Indiana State University (ISU)
ECT 634: Computer-Based Automated Systems Integration (3 hours)

A study of the theory, design, and application of computer interfacing techniques for use in integrated automated manufacturing systems. Methods and procedures employed in the integration and control of automated industrial systems will be examined and evaluated.

Indiana State University (ISU)
MCT 671: Systems in Manufacturing (3 hours)

The methods and techniques used to plan and predict allocation of the manufacturing organization's resources from procurement of raw materials to the distribution of the final product. Systems strategies and procedures will be analyzed.

East Carolina University (ECU)
ITEC 6200: Project Management for Manufacturing (3 hours)

A procedural analysis of the management strategies used to control projects in order to achieve technical, managerial, and economic objectives. An emphasis is on the management controls, computer applications, human factors, and productivity is made.

East Carolina University (ECU)
ITEC 6112: Analytical Studies and Planned Experimentation in Industry (3 hours)

Statistical techniques used to monitor and assess the performance of organizational processes will be applied with computer modeling. The emphasis is on planned experimentation to discover, explain, and provide opportunities for process improvement.

Indiana State University (ISU)
MF&C 6500: Manufacturing Systems (3 hours)

The application of systematic problem solving techniques and presentation skills required of professionals in the manufacturing industry will be examined using current research and research methodology. The course is designed to allow the student to experience an in-depth study of an area of interest in manufacturing.

Indiana State University (ISU)
MCT 700: Human Relations and Leadership in Manufacturing (3 hours)

Models of organizational design, motivation, leadership, management, and management decision making pertaining to the manufacturing enterprise.

Prerequisite: An advanced or masters level course in supervision, organizational design, management or leadership.

Indiana State University (ISU)
MF&C 6525: Manufacturing Economy (3 hours)