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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | ENS405 |
| Name | Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ALİ KOKANGÜL |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to equip students with the philosophy of lean production, the tools and techniques for systematically eliminating waste, process improvement methodologies, and data-driven problem-solving approaches.
Course Content
The course content focuses on enabling students to analyze processes in manufacturing and service systems, identify improvement opportunities, and design lean transformation projects.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Course notes will be provided.
Notes
Lecture Presentations
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Distinguishes between value-added activities and waste. |
| LO02 | Explains the principles of lean production. |
| LO03 | Creates value stream maps for processes. |
| LO04 | Applies root cause analysis tools. |
| LO05 | Presents a lean improvement proposal for a real process. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquires sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and Industrial Engineering discipline-specific subjects; acquires the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems. | 2 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquires the ability to identify, define, formulate and analytically solve complex Industrial Engineering problems; and has the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modelling methods for this purpose. | 3 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquires the ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; acquires the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | 3 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquires the ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Industrial Engineering applications and acquires the ability to use information technologies effectively. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquire the skills to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex Industrial Engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Have the ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams or individually. | 2 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write and understand effective reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | They have awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; they have the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew themselves. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Acting in accordance with ethical principles, becoming knowledgeable about the standards used in engineering practices with awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Learn about business practices such as project management, risk management and change management, and is aware of entrepreneurship and innovation. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Informed about the universal and societal impacts of engineering practices on health, environment and safety, and the contemporary problems reflected in the field of engineering, and is aware of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Benefit from the power of effective communication in professional life and has the ability to interpret developments correctly. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Have the ability to design, develop, implement and improve integrated systems that include machines, people, time, information or money. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | By applying modern design methods, they have the ability to design, develop, implement and improve complex products, processes, businesses and systems under realistic conditions and constraints such as cost, environment, sustainable development, energy, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety and political issues. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Lean Thinking | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Types of Waste and the Concept of Value | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 3 | Process Analysis and Gemba Methods | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 4 | 5S systems | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Design of a 5S Workplace Audit Checklist | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 6 | Standard Work and Visual Management | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 7 | Value Stream Mapping | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Classical Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Future State Design | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 10 | Problem Solving Methods | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 11 | A3 Problem-Solving Strategy | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 12 | Root Cause Analysis | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 13 | Kaizen and Continous İmprovements | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 14 | Lean Transformation Applications-1 | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 15 | Lean Transformations-2 | Reading Lecture Notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 16 | Term Exams | Classical exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Classical Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 100 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,00 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||