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MANE 4330 - Inventor’s Studio 3

An advanced course in technology innovation. Students learn Lean six sigma methodologies to set up a TQM (Total Quality Management) structure for their pilot operation, to scale up their product or technology innovation. Utilizing systems thinking, students design a lean manufacturing or technology service (e.g. software), operation. Tools and techniques will be learned, to conduct customer discovery, development, and interviews etc. Students develop new suppliers and design a lean supply chain. Regular seminars will be given by external speakers.

Prerequisite: MANE 2220  or ENGR 2050 ; or permission of instructor.

Although not required, MANE 4220  is recommended.

When Offered: SPRING TERM ANNUALLY

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 4


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