This course examines the strategy and control processes that transform resources into finished goods and services. The primary focus is the use of quantitative techniques for analysis and decision-making, the role of productivity, quality, job design, human resources and other tasks to maximize operational performance. The emphasis is on principles of production system design and operation. Prior exposure to statistics is strongly recommended (MATH 141 or BSAD 221).
Prerequisites: MATH 102 or higher and CITA 101 or OFFT 110, and junior level standing or permission of instructor
3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours), fall or spring semester