| Unit name | Lean Thinking |
|---|---|
| Unit code | AENGM9204 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52) |
| Unit director | Professor. Godfrey |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
None |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Department of Aerospace Engineering |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
To provide an introduction to the concepts and benefits of applying Lean Principles. To show methods of continuously improving the effectiveness of business processes using a realistic process simulation. On completion of the module, delegates will: Understand how the separate elements of lean thinking inter-relate; Have applied Lean thinking and managed the change process through simulation; Learn how to consider human factors within the change process; Be able to analyse business processes and implement the Principles of Lean in order to enhance customer value; Understand in detail the 5 Principles of Lean; Have an in-depth knowledge of the tools and techniques available to support the change process.
