Competence objectives of study unit
The aim of this course is to give the student a broad insight into the five main principles of Lean thinking including illustrations on how they can be applied in practice. The student will even get acquainted with the use of representative Lean tools.
Content:
This course covers the following topics: – Customer centric approach, added value, waste, value stream mapping, one-piece flow, pull system, visualization, process mapping, 5S – Lean leadership, Lean culture, Continuous improvement
This course consists of five principles • Identify value • Map the Value stream • Create flow • Establish pull • Seek perfection
These principles in turn consist of 4 to 5 chapters. The principles build partly on each other meaning that this course should be processed in the given order. So you should proceed with one principle at a time including all the material, tasks and assignment that go with it. The course finish date must be kept.
Course material will be available 15.3.2024. The course must be completed not later that 15.8.2024. (Enrollment not later than 15.5.2024.)
Previous studies: Lean Basics course
Please note, that course Lean Basics must be completed prior to this course.
Learning methods
To be able to grasp the course contents in an optimal way the student is advised to spend approximately 45% of the time on repeatedly listening and reading the specific slide material, 10% of the time on the additional material (Youtube videos, articles) and 45% on the tasks, assignment and questions.
Learning materials can be found in Itslearning environment.
Student places are divided between
Please note! Centria, Humak, TAMK, Turku UAS, VAMK and XAMK student, enroll at Peppi/Pakki