This course discusses multivariate data analysis. Statistical software packages are used. The course seeks to frame and discuss key issues that arise as social scientists conduct theoretically-relevant empirical research. In the course, the theory building in manufacturing management as well as research process and the interature, tools and techniques associated with each phase of the process will be introduced. Doctoral Seminar for advanced readings in design and implementation of manufacturing systems.
Topics vary depending on the current state of the technology.
This course provides students with the opportunity to experience a realistic manufacturing problem and to develop approaches to solving that problem under the supervision of a faculty member. This seminar focuses on current topics relating to manufacturing management. The specific seminar topic will change each semester.