MET IIA: 3P10 Contemporary issues in manufacturing

Lectures to introduce topics in contemporary manufacturing, sustainability and bio-engineering. This module integrates insights from industrial visits.

Course leader

Dr C Y Barlow

Module learning outcomes

On completion, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a broad understanding of the sectoral nature of manufacturing industry in the UK.
• Critically describe the organisation and practices in selected factories in particular sectors.
• Compare the organisations and practices seen the light of the taught content of MET1.
• Critically assess a manufacturing business and factory
• Demonstrate reporting and presentation skills in a team context

Assessment

100% by examination