Module Details

Module Code: INTR7027
Title: Lean for Engineering Services
Long Title: Lean for Engineering Services
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5213 - Interdisciplinary Engineering
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: Lean Sigma Methodologies are introduced emphasising the importance of listening to the voice of the customer. There is a focus on continuous improvement, stakeholder involvement and effective team-working to eliminate waste and to increase productivity.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Interpret information in relation to approaches to lean sigma and distinguish between different approaches to variability reduction and waste elimination.
LO2 Apply lean management principles in an engineering services context.
LO3 Predict the dynamics of teams and demonstrate leadership of teams.
LO4 Graphically display and numerically summarise data using methods of descriptive statistics.
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.
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Indicative Content
Lean concepts and tools
Background to Lean and the required basic tools. Souces of waste . Implementation of 5S. Problem solving techniques. SIPOC & process mappping: flow charts, Value Stream Mapping (VSM).
Lean Project Impementation
Implementation of lean principles to projects from design through procurement, construction, installation, commissioning to operation.
Facilitating Project Teams
Ruunning a successful project. This needs to be combined with excellent people management skills and this module hones in on the softer skills required as a good project manager.
DMAIC and Waste Identification
Overview of the DMAIC process and the wastes associated with Lean.
Statistical Tools
Cause and effect, FMEA and introduction to statistics are tools used to analyse the data gathered showing the extent of variation within the process we are aiming to improve,
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 3 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Review of Lean Sigma tools & applications
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 2,3
Assessment Description
Effective teamwork in a lean environment
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 4
Assessment Description
Data presentation and interpretation
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Lean project implemenation
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 Class based instruction Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self directed learning to complement lecture material Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class based instruction Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self directed learning to complement lecture material Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • D. Umstot , D. Fauchier. (2017), Lean Project Delivery: Building Championship Project Teams, CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, [ISBN: 13: 978-19756].
  • by Eliyahu M. Goldratt and Jeff Cox. (2004), The Goal, 3rd Edition. Gower, Aldershot, [ISBN: 9780566086656].
  • Daniel Roos,. The Machine That Changed the World, Simon & Schuster Ltd, [ISBN: 9781847370556].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • B. Sweeney. (2017), Lean QuickStart Guide: A Simplified Beginner's Guide To Lean, 2nd. [ISBN: 13 978 996366].
  • J.Oakland, M. Marosszeky. (2017), Total Construction Management: Lean Quality in Construction Project Delivery, Routledge.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EESMG_7 Bachelor of Science in Engineering Services Management 4 Mandatory