The concentration is structured to expose students, by way of five concentration core classes, to the concepts of operations that are critical and common to both manufacturers and service providers. The remaining three courses are restricted electives in topical areas related more towards manufacturing or services, allowing students to tailor their curriculum to emphasize manufacturing, services, or some combination of the two. The total number of credits is 24, consistent with other concentrations in the major and throughout the college. The quantitative methods used in testing theoretical propositions in economics and business are presented.
Emphasis is on the use of regression, time-series models, and other econometric methods.
This is an introductory course in computer-aided drafting and design using AutoCad software as a strategic drafting tool for productivity improvement through graphic communication. The integration of Enterprise Resource Planning, Expert Systems, and Artificial Intelligence into manufacturing planning, control, and management is examined. The use of enabling software will be explored. Occupational and Environmental Safety Management Occupational safety and health together with environmental problems are discussed from technical, social, managerial, and legal perspectives. The effectiveness and efficiency of business process design, implementation, and management is analyzed for manufacturing and service firms.