Module Details

Module Code: MGMT7061
Title: Advanced Operations Management
Long Title: Advanced Operations Management
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2013/14 ( September 2013 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 3450 - Business & Management
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: Analysis and relection on operations management theories. Detailed review of operations planning and operations control tools and models.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify the advantages of taking the 'Systems' approach to operations planning and control.
LO2 Discuss the roles of the key plans in effective operations management.
LO3 Explore project planning methods to effectively prepare a company project.
LO4 Compare important operations control tools to improve operations in a selected environment
LO5 Explore Health and Safety legislation relevant to operations management.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Operations Planning
Plan the Work. Project management Critical Path and PERT, Business Plans, the MOS/MPS, CRP, MRP and ERP. Taking a 'Systems' approach. Demand forecasting and management. Align organisation to manage demand. Creating demand responsive supply chains. Scheduling Methods.
Operations Control
Work the Plan. Materials Control & JIT. Capacity Planning and Control. Matching capacity to customer orders with quick response logistics. Operations layouts for effectiveness and flexibility. Feedback mechanisms and tools. Role of KPI.s and CSF.s to optimise operations output. Health and safety controls.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 70
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
2000 word report
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 2,3,5
Assessment Description
Student Classroom Presentation
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecturing and team discussions 13th Week 1.23 16
Tutorial Contact Tutor direction and Essay and Presentation feedback 13th Week 3.08 40
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Essay and Presentation research and preperation 13th Week 2.69 35
Total Hours 91.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.31
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description 13th Week 1.23 16
Tutorial Contact Tutor direction and Essay and Presentation feedback 13th Week 3.08 40
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Essay and presentation research & preparation 13th Week 2.69 35
Total Hours 91.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.31
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • David N. Burt, Donald W. Dobler, Stephen L. Starling. (2003), World class supply management, McGraw-Hill/Irwin, Boston, [ISBN: 0 07 229 0706].
  • Nigel Slack, Stuart Chambers, Robert Johnston. (2007), Operations management, Prentice Hall/Financial Times, Harlow, England, [ISBN: 978 0 273 708476].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
  • Notes, Notes and case study material supplied by lecturer.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BSCTM_7 Bachelor of Business in Supply Chain and Transport Management 2 Mandatory