Lean Production
Master key elements of Lean manufacturing to improve quality and productivity using Toyota Production System principles.
Master key elements of Lean manufacturing to improve quality and productivity using Toyota Production System principles.
This comprehensive course introduces Lean Management methodology, focusing on the Toyota Production System and its key principles. Learn to analyze process flows, improve productivity through waste elimination, and implement essential Lean tools like Just-in-Time, Kaizen, and 5S. The course covers critical concepts including Heijunka, Kanban, and Poka Yoke, teaching you practical skills to enhance process efficiency and quality in manufacturing environments. Upon completion, earn TUM Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification.
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What you'll learn
Apply key elements of Toyota Production System to improve productivity
Implement Just-in-Time manufacturing principles
Reduce setup times and optimize batch processes
Establish effective pull systems using Kanban
Apply 5S methodology for workplace organization
Calculate and improve process performance metrics
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There are 6 modules in this course
This foundational course in Lean Production introduces students to the principles and practices of the Toyota Production System. The curriculum covers essential concepts including waste identification, continuous flow, setup time reduction, and workplace organization. Students learn to analyze process capacity, implement pull systems, and apply quality management tools. The course emphasizes practical applications of Lean principles through real-world examples and calculations, preparing participants to implement these techniques in their workplaces.
Introduction: Identification of Waste
Module 1
Understanding Flow: Capacity Analysis
Module 2
Continuous Flow: Setup Time Reduction
Module 3
Improving Flow: Workplace Organisation and Visualization
Module 4
Maintaining Flow: Establishing Pull Systems and Scheduling
Module 5
Quality and Continuous Improvement
Module 6
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Instructors
17 Courses
Distinguished Supply Chain Management Scholar at Technical University of Munich
Dr. Martin Grunow is a Professor of Production and Supply Chain Management at Technische Universität München and an adjunct professor at Technical University Denmark. With previous experience at Technical University Berlin and in R&D at Degussa, he has established himself as a leading expert in production and logistics management, focusing on process, electronics, and automotive industries. His academic contributions include over 100 publications in prestigious journals such as the International Journal of Production Economics and European Journal of Operational Research. He serves as an editor for Flexible Services and Manufacturing Journal and OR Spectrum, and has organized more than 30 international conferences. As an associate member of The International Academy of Production Engineering, his research has significantly impacted supply chain optimization, particularly in areas such as perishable food products, automated transport systems, and pharmaceutical supply chains
16 Courses
Professor Production Management Rosenheim
Dr. Holly Ott is a Professor of Production Management and IT Systems at Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences and Senior Lecturer at Technical University of Munich, with additional adjunct professorships at Singapore Management University, IE Business School Madrid, and Syracuse University. With a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Virginia, she brings 12 years of industry experience from roles at Siemens, Motorola, IBM, and Infineon across the USA, Europe, and Asia. Her expertise spans device simulation, quality management, and supply chain optimization. Dr. Ott has received numerous teaching awards, including the 2022 Rosenheimer Lehrpreis and the 2015 TUM Teaching Innovation Award. She holds an IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, serves as program chair for the Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association's Supply Chain Forum, and directs the TUM Case Centre. Her current research focuses on digitalization in the wood industry and sustainable supply chain management.
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