IET 114
Lean Problem Solving Methodolo
Bluegrass Community and Technical College · UGRD · Fall 2026
Catalog description
Instructs students in lean manufacturing concepts which will encompass the instructional methodologies of this course. Provides students with intense hands-on laboratory instruction of lean problem-solving principles and methods. Instructs students on the Lean 8-Step Problem Solving process based on the Toyota Business Practice model. Imparts a systematic approach to addressing performance and behavioral qualities that are needed for effective and efficient problem-solving outcomes. Instructs the students how to clarify and break down a problem, set achievable targets, analyze the root cause, develop countermeasures, evaluate results processes, standardize the results, and learn from failures. Fosters the development of a customer-first philosophy involving all the stakeholders. Instructs the students on the importance of professionalism, teamwork, and communication skills. Participate in group activities and assignments to provide the student with problem solving skills that are expected by employers. Lecture: 0.5 credits (7.5 contact hours). Laboratory: 0.5 credits (22.5 contact hours).
Sections
Current meeting, instructor, credit, and enrollment details
J3L2
2 openSeats: 16/18 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 5:56 PM- Days & times
- TBA
- Meeting dates
- 2026-08-17 - 2026-12-13
- Location
- TBA
- Instructor
- Marly Earlywine
Section notes
Instructional method: OTHER; HB
J3L1
2 openSeats: 16/18 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 5:56 PM- Days & times
- TBA
- Meeting dates
- 2026-08-17 - 2026-12-13
- Location
- TBA
- Instructor
- Marly Earlywine
Section notes
Instructional method: OTHER; HB
J3M2
2 openSeats: 16/18 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 5:56 PM- Days & times
- Th · 8:30 – 9:20 AM
- Meeting dates
- 2026-08-17 - 2026-12-13
- Location
- Room 106B Georgetown Campus 106B
- Instructor
- Marly Earlywine
Section notes
AMT Coordinator permission is required to register. Hybrid Course: online components and scheduled on-campus meetings as indicated. Must have reliable access to a computer, Internet, and a webcam.; Instructional method: OTHER; HB
J3M1
2 openSeats: 16/18 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 5:56 PM- Days & times
- We · 8:30 – 9:20 AM
- Meeting dates
- 2026-08-17 - 2026-12-13
- Location
- Room 106B Georgetown Campus 106B
- Instructor
- Marly Earlywine
Section notes
AMT Coordinator permission is required to register. Hybrid Course: online components and scheduled on-campus meetings as indicated. Must have reliable access to a computer, Internet, and a webcam.; Instructional method: OTHER; HB
J301
5 openSeats: 13/18 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 5:56 PM- Days & times
- Tu · 10:40 – 11:30 AM
- Meeting dates
- 2026-08-17 - 2026-12-13
- Location
- Room 106B Georgetown Campus 106B
- Instructor
- Marly Earlywine
Section notes
Integrated Engineering Technology Program Coordinator permission is required to register. Restricted to Integrated Engineering Technology students. Hybrid Course: online components and scheduled on-campus meetings as indicated. Must have reliable access to a computer, internet, and a webcam.; Instructional method: OTHER; HB
J3L3
5 openSeats: 13/18 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 5:56 PM- Days & times
- TBA
- Meeting dates
- 2026-08-17 - 2026-12-13
- Location
- WWL
- Instructor
- Marly Earlywine
Section notes
Instructional method: OTHER; HB
J302
2 openSeats: 16/18 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 5:56 PM- Days & times
- We · 10:40 – 11:30 AM
- Meeting dates
- 2026-08-17 - 2026-12-13
- Location
- Room 106B Georgetown Campus 106B
- Instructor
- Cindy Greenwood
Section notes
Integrated Engineering Technology Program Coordinator permission is required to register. Restricted to Integrated Engineering Technology students. Hybrid Course: online components and scheduled on-campus meetings as indicated. Must have reliable access to a computer, internet, and a webcam.; Instructional method: OTHER; HB
J3L4
2 openSeats: 16/18 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 5:56 PM- Days & times
- TBA
- Meeting dates
- 2026-08-17 - 2026-12-13
- Location
- WWL
- Instructor
- Cindy Greenwood
Section notes
Instructional method: OTHER; HB