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Graduate courses
OP 300 - Operations Management
Introduces operations as a functional area of management and explores its links with other key functional areas of the firm. You will learn about the acquisition and allocation of resources, product and process design, process improvement techniques, supply chain and materials management, operation of the production system, and technology deployment to support and improve the entire value chain. Both manufacturing and service systems will be explored. You will be introduced to contemporary operations management issues, such as just-in-time systems, flexible production systems, agility, mass customization, process reengineering, and quality management programs. Prerequisites: MATH 40 or MATH 240
Credit: 3 Units
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Summer 2009
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Fall 2009
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Spring 2010
OP 302 - Quality Management and Process Improvement
Presents a systems approach to the collaboration of all functions in an organization to attain a customer oriented quality operation and to maintain appropriate process improvement programs. The focus of the course is on the roles of customers, vendors, workers and management in setting and achieving quality and process improvement goals. A special emphasis is given to leadership skills, team dynamics, training and motivating employees and process improvement techniques such as business process reengineering (BPR), Kaizen, total quality management (TQM), statistical process control, continuous process improvement, just-in-time systems (JIT) and innovation.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Summer 2009
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Fall 2009
OP 303 - Managing Innovation and Technology
Explores the theory and practice of managing innovation and technology and their role in competitive business situations. You will examine the strategic and managerial issues related to the adoption and implementation of new technologies an to the innovation process. Product, process and information technologies will be covered through case studies, readings and class discussions. Emphasis will be placed on technology planning, development and acquisition, and managing the technically oriented business functions.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Summer 2009
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Fall 2009
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Spring 2010
OP 305 - Supply Chain Management Technology and Information Systems
Introduces supply chain management as a key business process for successful enterprises, and the enablement provided by information systems and technology in its evolution. The requirements for advanced, demand driven supply chains that provide rapid order commitment and responsive replenishment will need process alignment and contemporary information technology such as automatic data collection, advanced planning systems and linked communications, in addition to automation technology such as robotics. This course will use case studies, real world examples, and projects to teach the applications of the advanced information systems and technology that are required to enable the supply chain management process of successful companies.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Fall 2009
OP 320 - Purchasing and Supply Management
Examines the purchasing management role and responsibilities in the firm. You will study the internal and external relationships with other company activities and with suppliers. Course work provides you with the understanding of quality, solicitation techniques, source selection, pricing principles, legal aspects, value analysis, purchasing systems and ongoing administration of commercial, industrial and government contracts. You will review the application of the Law of Contracts and the Uniform Commercial Code as applied to contract interpretation, contract changes, resolution of disputes and remedies for non-performance. You will use the case-study method to understand both the academic and practical aspects of the purchasing and contract administration.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Spring 2010
OP 321 - Materials Planning and Control
Covers the control of materials from the planning and scheduling function through the entire supply chain to the ultimate consumer. You will trace the efficient flow of materials from quality oriented suppliers to end-point user. Subject areas studied include: organization for optimum materials control, assurance of continuous supply, key warehousing and storage operations and related activities, inventory management, computerized planning systems and cost analysis. Prerequisite: OP 320.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Summer 2009
OP 323 - Supply Chain Logistics Management
Effective 12/17/08 Studies the role of transportation and warehousing activities that impact the movement and storage of materials and services in the supply chain between suppliers, manufacturers and retailers. You will examine the physical, economic, and functional characteristics of the major transportation modes as well as the increasing intermodal and global trends in logistics. Course includes the growing role of outsourcing to third party logistics providers. You will review the integration of transportation, warehousing, order processing, inventory control, materials handling, and customer service with the other components of the global supply chain.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Fall 2009
OP 329 - Global Supply Chain Management
Studies the latest applications of logistics and supply chain management to global operations and covers procurement, transportation, warehousing and storage, order processing, packaging, information services, materials handling and customer service. You will review the organization required to establish an export/import operation. Also, you will examine intermodalism, third party utilization, documentation requirements and cargo clearance procedures. You will become familiar with logistics implications of Economic Trading Zones and governmental requirements. Upon completion of the course, you will be able to actively contribute to the management of a global logistics system. Prerequisite: OP 323 or approval of the program director.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Spring 2010
OP 340 - Project Management
Introduces the principles and techniques of directing and controlling resources for a fixed-term project established for the accomplishment of specific goals and objectives, including issues pertaining to engineering, construction, and large-systems development projects. Topics covered are the managers responsibility, use of systems analysis, scheduling and control of project operations, planning, programming, budgeting and staffing; the managers role in leadership, motivation, communication, conflict resolution and time management. The class material will be integrated with the information in the Project Management Institutes Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Summer 2009
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Spring 2010
OP 343 - Project Planning and Control
Effective 08/19/08 Presents an in-depth treatment of critical aspects of planning and control in modern project management. Project planning issues addressed include project life cycles, constraints, the work breakdown structure, project plan and charter, project estimating, project budgeting and financial control issues, and earned value analysis. The latest techniques in project risk management are explored through assessing and controlling of the risk variables with emphasis on project procurement management, solicitation and contracting issues. Project quality management is treated in depth, to include contemporary concepts, tools and techniques. Applications using computer-based software and case studies are drawn from various industries to illustrate the analytical, planning and control activities common to project management. Course material will be integrated with Project Management Institute146s Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Fall 2009
OP 345 - Project Administration, Leadership and Team Dynamics
Explores the three critical human aspects of successful project management (administration, leadership and team dynamics) in the context of each stage of the project process. Content includes organizing and supporting human effort, positioning the project across organizational boundaries, internal and external roles and relationships of projects, politics of projects, indispensable leadership actions, influencing and supporting change, project communications, negotiation and managing conflict, and effective team building and leadership. Your participation is focused on case studies, problem solving and creation of innovative approaches to dealing with the human side of projects. The class material will be integrated with the information in the Project Management Institutes Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
Credit: 3 Units
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Fall 2009
OP 346 - The Practice of Project Management
Integrates significant project management concepts and tools, ranging from the roles of project managers and team members, software tool analysis, project initiation components, advanced project planning and execution, as well as project monitoring and closing. Additionally, critical skills such as negotiation, problem solving, scheduling, risk analysis and earned value are addressed. The course will have a focus on practical applications, supported by a course research paper based on real-world project management cases, and will also provide a comprehensive investigation and review of the content areas that form the substance of the Project Management Institute (PMI) industry certification examination for Project Management Professional (PMP). OP 346 to be taken as part of last 6 units of Project Management coursework, or with concent of the department chair.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Spring 2010
OP 396 - Selected Topics in Operations Management
Address significant, topical and practical problems, issues and theories in operations management. Topics are compiled and selected by the department chair. This course may be taken more than once, provided the same topic is not repeated. Prerequisites will vary based on topic.
Credit: 1 - 3 Units
OP 398 - Internship: Operations Management
Offers you the opportunity to receive graduate-level work experience in operations management. You are responsible for your own placement in an internship approved by the department chair. A written internship proposal is required before consideration for this course. A written report is required upon completion of the internship. Prerequisite: Approval of the department chair or program director.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Summer 2009
OP 399 - Directed Study
Provides an opportunity for the advanced student with a specific project in mind to do reading in a focused area and to prepare a substantial paper under the direction of a faculty member. Only one directed study course may be taken for credit toward a masters degree. Prerequisite: completion of six graduate seminars in the Advanced Program and consent of the instructor and the department chair or program director.
Credit: 1 - 3 Units
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Undergraduate courses
OP 100 - Principles of Operations Management
Surveys the processes and techniques relating to both manufacturing and service systems. It emphasizes the systems approach to the efficient allocation of resources within the firm. You will learn about the challenge of managing people, equipment and materials to jointly achieve organizational objectives. You will have the opportunity to use relevant computer applications. Prerequisite: MATH 40.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Summer 2009
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Fall 2009
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Spring 2010
OP 108 - Supply Chain Logistics
Focuses on the business application of the integrated functions of logistics within the supply chain, including: transportation, warehousing, materials handling, packaging, inventory control, customer service, and logistics information systems. The role of government will be examined, and costing and pricing practices within the supply chain will be studied. You will discover how logistics and the supply chain play major roles interacting with production, marketing and finance within the firm, and extend to suppliers, customers and others outside the organization.
Credit: 3 Units
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Summer 2009
OP 113 - Import/Export Fundamentals
Emphasizes the practical aspects of import and export operations. You will study the start-up and operation of an export department, the administration of international transactions, letters of credit and other forms of payment, collection methods, and shipping procedures. Documentation, export regulations, import customs clearance and other government requirements will also be examined.
Credit: 3 Units
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Fall 2009
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Spring 2010
OP 121 - Production Planning and Inventory Control
Surveys the design, development, implementation and management of production planning systems, including master production scheduling, aggregate planning, material requirements planning, capacity and inventory planning and production activity control. You will be exposed to contemporary approaches such as just-in-time, theory of constraints and the relationship of enterprise-level planning and control systems to the overall materials flow.
Credit: 3 Units
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Fall 2009
OP 124 - Business Process Improvement
Surveys the concepts and techniques used by manufacturing and service firms in improving their business processes. You will learn how to design and implement process improvement programs employing such techniques and philosophies as total quality management (TQM), statistical quality control, business process reengineering (BPR), Kaizen, innovation, just-in-time systems, process audit and process flowcharting.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Spring 2010
OP 164 - Purchasing and Materials Management
Reviews basic purchasing, including organizational policies and procedures, development of requirements and specifications, bid and proposal preparations, selection and evaluation of suppliers, quality assurance and inspection, negotiations, materials management and legal considerations. These concepts will be applied to commercial, industrial, and government contracts administration. You will relate Federal Acquisition Regulations and the Uniform Commercial Code to the purchasing function. You will also review the special problems encountered in global sourcing and negotiation practices in a world-wide setting.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Summer 2009
OP 180 - Project Management
Introduces project management tools and techniques and the problems associated with bringing projects in on time and within estimated cost. PERT/CPM, resource leveling, team dynamics and cost estimates will be employed. You will learn how to develop project proposals and project reports.
Credit: 3 Units
Offered:
Summer 2009
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Spring 2010
OP 197 - Internship: Operations Management
Offers you the opportunity to receive work experience in operations management. You will be responsible for your own placement in an internship approved by the department chair. A written internship proposal is required before consideration for this course. A written report is required upon completion of the internship. Prerequisite: Consent of the department chair or program director.
Credit: 3 Units
OP 198 - Selected Topics in Operations Management
Address significant, topical and practical problems, issues and theories in operations management. Topics will be selected by the department chair. This course may be taken more than once, provided the same topic is not repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of the department chair or program director. Prerequisites will vary based on topic.
Credit: 1 - 3 Units
OP 199 - Directed Study in Operations Management
Provides individual study of selected topics under supervision of a faculty member. You are limited to one directed study course per trimester. Prerequisites: Consent of the instructor and the department chair or program director.
Credit: 1 - 3 Units
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