Writing proficiency is required for a passing grade in this course. IE 462 Material Handling and Distribution in Discrete Manufacturing. An investigation of material flow and physical distribution systems in discrete parts manufacturing. Topics include principles and techniques for the analysis and design of material handling systems, unit load design, equipment selection and justification, and warehousing and distribution logistics. Application of the morphology and iterative process of systems design, with emphasis on designing and implementing solutions to actual industrial problems.
Students function independently in manufacturing and service systems.
Writing proficiency is required for a passing grade in this course. IE 464 Information Systems Design. Covers information systems design methodology in detail. IE 466 Manufacturing Systems Design. Investigation of design issues and approaches for the analysis and design of manufacturing systems.