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Manufacturing planning and control systems 782


 
Module code BPZ 782
Qualification Postgraduate
Faculty Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
Module content

·  Random variables review

·  Forecasting models: Time Series models (Review); Regression models (Review); Auto regression and noise models; Integrated models (Causal and time series); Model selection techniques

·  Aggregate planning models: Spread sheet models; MP models of Aggregate Planning (LP, DP, QP, GP, SP applications); Constrained systems models (Lagrangean)

·  Lot sizing and disaggregation models: System characterisation and notations; Single item models (EOQ, EPQ, back ordering, discount, deteriorating, etc.); Dynamic Economic Lot models (DP and heuristics); Joint item lot sizing models; Multi echelon models; Safety stock modelling; Joint item disaggregation models with opening/target inventories

·  Scheduling models: System characterisation and notations; Single and two machine/s sequencing models; Flow scheduling models; Job shop scheduling models; Constraint scheduling models; Line balancing techniques

·  Overview of some pull based techniques

Module credits 16.00
Prerequisites BOB 310
Contact time 48 contact hours per semester
Language of tuition English
Academic organisation Industrial and Systems Eng
Period of presentation Semester 1 or Semester 2

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