Facility Layout Design

Description

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of facility layout planning and design. It begins by introducing the concept of a facility and the different types of layouts, including process and product layouts1. The course emphasizes the importance of balancing an assembly line and provides practical guidance on how to gather information for designing a layout.

The course also covers the use of Algorithms in the layout design process, making it a valuable resource for those interested in using CAD software for layout design. The course is structured in a way that takes you from the very basic level to the top, ensuring a thorough understanding of the subject matter.

In addition to the theoretical aspects, the course also focuses on practical applications. You will learn how to perform calculations to determine the right sizes of equipment and partitions for all departments in your facility, balance an assembly line, and design actual layouts in AutoCAD.

The course is suitable for engineering students, workshop supervisors, production supervisors, and anyone interested in layout design. It is designed to help you understand whether your facility layout is designed to provide you with a competitive advantage, and whether the departments and equipment have been positioned in a way that makes good use of the space available.

By the end of the course, you should be able to design a facility layout that maximizes efficiency and effectiveness towards the overall organizational goal. This course is a great starting point for anyone looking to gain a solid foundation in facility layout design.

Please note that the exact content and structure of the course may vary depending on the provider.

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