Go Lean to be Green

Course Description

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the principles and concepts of lean manufacturing including but not limited to Kaizen, 5s, value stream mapping, Talt time, Poka-yoke, pull systems, line balancing and Kanban. Students will participate in simulations of old and new lean manufacturing practices. Upon completion, the student will be able to compare old and lean practices with respect to total production, time to make first unit, rework, scrap and work-in-progress. For industry, going greeen means going lean.

Contact Hours

Class meets 2 days a week for 3 hours.
Check the Corporate & Continuing Education Schedule for actual dates and times.

Cost

Registration Fee $55

For Additional Information

Please contact the Corporate and Continuing Education Department Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm and Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at 828.726.2242 or email David Waechter, Coordinator/Instructor, Small Business Center.