This course deals with the quantitative aspects of design and analysis of production operations and systems. Emphasis is on identification, analysis, and solution of production problems using applied quantitative techniques. Two case studies reinforce the practical problem-solving techniques necessary for today's successful military and civilian system engineers and engineering managers. Specific methods and techniques taught and applied are forecasting, inventory control, scheduling algorithms, applied statistics, total quality management, facility layout, facility location, and reliability and maintenance. This course is required for those pursuing the Engineering Management major, the Systems Engineering major or field of study, and the Studies in Leadership and Management major or field of study. Communication skills are developed with both written reports and oral presentations.
