Course Description

Embark on an advanced journey into the world of manufacturing and supply chain management with the "Supply Chains and Manufacturing Systems: Design" course. This comprehensive course delves deep into the critical aspects of decision-making for system design within manufacturing systems and supply chains, equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in today's competitive industrial landscape.

What Students Will Learn

• Frameworks and models for structuring key system design issues and trade-offs in supply chains and manufacturing systems
• Decision support models for logistics network design, capacity planning, and flexibility
• Make-buy decision strategies
• Supply chain contracting techniques
• Supply chain risk mitigation methods
• Application of concepts through industry cases and real-world scenarios

Prerequisites

Students should have completed the "Supply Chains and Manufacturing Systems: Planning" course or possess strong prior knowledge of Logistics Systems and Operations Management. This course is designed for advanced learners and builds upon foundational principles in manufacturing and supply chain management.

Course Coverage

• Logistics network design optimization
• Capacity planning and flexibility strategies
• Make-buy decision frameworks
• Supply chain contracting models
• Risk mitigation techniques in supply chains
• Industry applications and case studies
• Decision support software tools and methods

Who This Course Is For

• Engineering professionals seeking to enhance their skills in manufacturing and supply chain management
• Industrial engineers aiming to specialize in system design and decision-making
• Supply chain managers looking to optimize their operations and mitigate risks
• Business leaders interested in improving their understanding of manufacturing systems
• Students pursuing advanced degrees in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or related fields
• Professionals aiming to transition into the manufacturing industry

Real-World Applications

The skills acquired in this course are directly applicable to various roles in the manufacturing and supply chain industries. Learners will be able to:

• Design and optimize logistics networks for improved efficiency
• Make informed decisions on capacity planning and flexibility in manufacturing systems
• Evaluate make-buy decisions to optimize resource allocation
• Develop and implement effective supply chain contracts
• Identify and mitigate risks in complex supply chain networks
• Apply advanced decision-making frameworks to real-world manufacturing challenges
• Utilize software tools for data-driven decision support in supply chain management

Syllabus Overview

• Introduction to system design in manufacturing and supply chains
• Frameworks and models for key system design issues
• Logistics network design optimization
• Capacity planning and flexibility strategies
• Make-buy decision analysis
• Supply chain contracting techniques
• Risk mitigation in supply chains
• Industry applications and case studies
• Decision support software tools and methods