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    Manufacturing Systems Analysis

    As taught in: Spring 2004

    Photo inside a motor factory.

    Interior view of a motor factory. (Image courtesy of stock.xchng.)

    Instructors:

    Dr. Stanley Gershwin

    MIT Course Number:

    2.852

    Level:

    Graduate

    Course Features

    Course Description

    This course deals with the following topics: Models of manufacturing systems, including transfer lines and flexible manufacturing systems; Calculation of performance measures, including throughput, in-process inventory, and meeting production commitments; Real-time control of scheduling; Effects of machine failure, set-ups, and other disruptions on system performance.