Production Systems
About
Since many graduates will gain employment in industry, either directly in manufacturing or in a related area, they should understand the critical role of the production system in the firm and its interaction with other areas.
They should possess a sound understanding of current theory and practice and the knowledge and skills to manage systems, develop improvements and implement change.
This module aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills and understanding that will enable them to contribute to the analysis, design and management of modern production systems.
Term dates
Course start date: 23rd September 2024
Attendance
The course will be taught over semester one (12 weeks).
Attendance will be approximately 6 hours per week.
Location
This course is delivered on the Belfast campus.
Teaching and Assessment
Teaching and learning methods will include lectures, tutorials/seminars, directed reading, practical exercises/demonstrations, coursework and case studies.
Lectures will be used mainly to communicate knowledge and illustrate solution of problems.
Tutorial will be used mostly for review and discussion of set problems. Activities such as MCQ during tutorials and review/discussion of set tutorial questions will be used to provide formative feedback.
Seminars will provide an opportunity for classroom-based 'manual' simulations and deeper exploration of concepts\case studies introduced in lectures.
Seminars will also support the students' learning in simulation model building and for the treatment and analysis of output data.
Students will be expected to study the required reading and undertake reading of of other recommended textbooks and journal papers.
Written examination (Written) [70%]
Examination:
A end-of-semester 3-hour closed book unseen examination. The paper will contain eight questions, divided equally into two sections to reflect module delivery. Candidates answer five questions, at least two from each section.
Written assignment (Coursework) [30%]
Reports
An integrated assignment addressing the analysis, design and improvement of a production system using industry-standard methods and tools: - simulation modelling and the application of process analysis/improvement tools. Assessment will by way of two 600-word (approx.) reports with supporting models to be submitted at two staged points during the semester: the first normally due around mid-semester and the second towards the end of the semester.
Career Options
Engineering related job roles across a wide variety of sectors including manufacturing, mechanical, biomedical, and design.
Academic Profile
Taught by Prof. Margaret Morgan
Modules
This is a 20 credit module short course - see the about section for details of content.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have:
Pass HND with overall Merit in an Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering subject to include a Merit in either Level 4 or Level 5 Analytical Methods, Level 4 Engineering Maths or Level 5 Further Maths module. GCSE Maths Grade C/4 or an alternative Mathematics qualification acceptable to the University is also required.
OR
Pass Foundation Degree in a relevant subject area with an overall mark of 50% and minimum 50% in all taught level 5 modules and 50% in the Level 4 Mathematics module within the Foundation Degree. GCSE Maths Grade C/4 or an alternative Mathematics qualification acceptable to the University is also required.
Eligibility
Places are limited and open to applicants who:
- are over 18 years of age;
- are eligible to work in Northern Ireland;
- are ‘settled’ in Northern Ireland, and has been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least three years; or
- are a person who has indefinite leave to enter or remain in the UK.
- meet the course specific entry requirements. See course pages for requirements.
- meet the Ulster University general entry requirements