They are provided with an initial set of files that represent a machine configuration that can be improved upon. These text files are then used as input by a computer simulation model of the machine. Thus, the students can see how the machine operates. This is important, since they have limited exposure to these machines in a lecture-based environment. Also, the model tracks the cycle time.
Students can see how well their solutions perform and can make adjustments.
You can view the 1999 course material . This is the second year that thie course module has been used. Go to Georgia Tech Created October 16, 1998. Last modified February 18, 1999. Maintained by Douglas A. Bodner .