FACILITY DESIGN AND MATERIAL HANDLING      3 Credit Hours

Catalog description

This course provides students with a fundamental understanding of how layout affects the flow through a system. Both qualitative and quantitative tools are presented for complete approach to facility design and material handling. This course focuses on the design and layout of facilities and provides a detailed exploration of the principles and practices involved in planning various types of facilities, including manufacturing plants, warehouses and service centers. The course covers a range of topics, including facility layout and design, location planning, material handling, workplace design and sustainability.