MFG 104 - Introduction to Continuous Improvement

Class: 3 Lab: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers the fundamentals of continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. Topics include 5-S, visual systems, waste, quality practices and measurement, production leveling, production flow, preventative maintenance, and safety.

Course Topics:

5-S
Visual systems
Waste
Quality practices and measurement
Production leveling
Production flow
Preventative maintenance
Safety

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site

Required Materials:
TBD

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A 90 - 100
B 80 - 89
C 70 - 79
D 60 - 69
F 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completition of the course the student will be able to:

Explain the ways a “Customer Centric” approach has changed modern manufacturing.
Explain the foundational reasons for the “Continuous Improvement” approach to modern manufacturing.
Apply “Lean” manufacturing concepts/tools to manufacturing problems.
Employ data collection and analysis techniques used in continuous improvement.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Policies that include:

Required materials for all online courses
Mandatory Attendance Requirement
Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard SCC Course Polices on the following topics:

Academic Integrity
Academic Misconduct
Add/Drop period
Appeals Process
Class Attendance
Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
Classroom Conduct/Expectations
Lab Procedures (general SCC policy regarding this)
Online Confidentiality
Services For Students with Disabilities
Withdrawal Policy

Official Course Syllabus
2021-2022