The techniques of motion study, time study, and applications. The
overarching goal is to support the development of dynamic
simulation models of feed, food, and fiber handling operations.
Athena Title
Motion and Time Studies
Prerequisite
AENG 2100
Semester Course Offered
Offered every year.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
Students will learn techniques of motion study, including work unit analysis and techniques for acquiring and presenting data.
Students will learn techniques of acquiring and presenting time study data from various unit operations and other work units.
Students will apply motion and study techniques to the creation of a simple dynamic model of a feed, food, or fiber handling operation.
Topical Outline
1. Importance of motion and time study in management
2. Human factors
3. Introduction to Motion Study Techniques
4. Introduction to Time Study Techniques
5. Work activity analysis and sampling
6. Techniques for summarizing and presenting Motion Study results
7. Time Study Techniques
8. Time standards by mathematical analysis
9. Applications of Motion and Time Studies for dynamic modeling purposes
Institutional Competencies Learning Outcomes
Analytical Thinking
The ability to reason, interpret, analyze, and solve problems from a wide array of authentic contexts.
