Course Description

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.

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Athena Title

Motion and Time Studies

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Prerequisite

AENG 2100

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Semester Course Offered

Offered every year.

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Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

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Course Objectives

To learn techniques of motion study, including work unit analysis and techniques for acquiring and presenting data. To learn techniques of acquiring and presenting time study data from various unit operations and other work units. To apply motion and study techniques to the creation of a simple dynamic model of a feed, food, or fiber handling operation.

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Topical Outline

Importance of motion and time study in management Human factors Introduction to Motion Study Techniques Introduction to Time Study Techniques Work activity analysis and sampling Techniques for summarizing and presenting Motion Study results Time Study Techniques Time standards by mathematical analysis Applications of Motion and Time Studies for dynamic modeling purposes

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