ENM303 Work Study

4 ECTS - 2-1 Duration (T+A)- 5. Semester- 2.5 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING PR.
Code ENM303
Name Work Study
Term 2021-2022 Academic Year
Semester 5. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 4 ECTS
National Credit 2.5 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label C Compulsory
Mode of study Uzaktan Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Doç. Dr. EBRU YILMAZ
Course Instructor Doç. Dr. EBRU YILMAZ (Güz) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

The aim of this course is to give basic concepts of work study and its applications in various areas.

Course Content

Definition of productivity, Productivity calculations, Definition and scope of work study, General problem-solving process steps, Work methods design, Developing a better method, Process analysis, Process charts, Flow diagrams, Gang process charts, Activity charts, Man-machine charts, Operation analysis, Operation charts, Micro-motion study, Fundamental hand motions, Analysis forms, Simo charts, Principles of motion economy, Time study, Time study equipment, Determining number of observations needed, Final control for number of observations, Determining allowances, Standard time calculation, Work sampling, Determining number of observations needed, Determining accuracy degree for number of observations, Absolute error, Control charts, Determining standard time by work sampling.

Course Precondition

Yok

Resources

Notes

1. AKAL, Z., 1997, İş Etüdü (Dördüncü (Düzeltilmiş) Basım), ILO Uluslararası Çalışma Örgütü, Milli Prodüktivite Merkezi Yayınları: 29, Ankara, 470 sayfa.2. BARNES, R.M., 1980, Motion and Time Study: Design and Measurement of Work (Seventh Edition), John Wiley & Sons., Inc., New York, 689 pages.3. MEYERS, F.E., and STEWART, J.R., 2002, Motion and Time Study for Lean Manufacturing (Third Edition), Prentice Hall, New Jersey, 370 pages.4. MUNDEL, M.E., 1970, Motion and Time Study: Principles and Practices (Fourth Edition), Prentice-Hall, Inc., New Jersey, 674 pages.5. NIEBEL, B., and FREIVALDS, A., 2003, Methods, Standards, and Work Design (Eleventh Edition), McGraw-Hill, 747 pages.


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Expresses calculations related to various productivity measurements by defining productivity concept.
LO02 Explains scope and characteristics of work study.
LO03 Depicts the various charts such as process charts, flow diagrams, gang process charts, activity charts, man machine charts, operation charts.
LO04 Explains principles of motion economy.
LO05 Proposes a better method for work methods design in method study.
LO06 Calculates the number of observations needed for time study.
LO07 Explains the calculation of allowances in time study.
LO08 Calculates standard time for time study.
LO09 Explains use areas of work sampling and how to apply work sampling.
LO10 Explains determining the number of observations needed, the accuracy degree for the number of observations and absolute error in work sampling.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 - Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and related engineering discipline; ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. 5
PLO02 - An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex industrial engineering problems; the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 4
PLO03 - An ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. 4
PLO04 - Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively. 4
PLO05 - Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics. 4
PLO06 - Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; self-study skills. 4
PLO07 - Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish presentation and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; Ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give clear and understandable instruction and receiving skills. 4
PLO08 - Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew oneself. 4
PLO09 - To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility awareness; information about standards used in engineering applications. 5
PLO10 - Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness about entrepreneurship and innovation; information on sustainable development. 4
PLO11 - Information about the effects of engineering applications on health, environment and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems reflected in the engineering field of the age; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. 4
PLO12 - Ability to make use of the power of effective communication in professional life, to interpret the developments correctly and to make decisions. 4
PLO13 - Ability to design, develop, implement and improve integrated systems including machinery, time, information and money. 4
PLO14 - Ability to design, develop, implement and improve complex product, process, business, system design by applying modern design methods under realistic conditions and constraints such as cost, environment, sustainability, productivity, ethics, health, safety and political issues. 4


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Definition of productivity, Productivity calculations Reading the resources related to the section
2 Definition and scope of work study Reading the resources related to the section
3 General problem-solving process steps, Work methods design, Developing a better method Reading the resources related to the section
4 Process analysis, Process charts, Flow diagrams, Gang process charts Reading the resources related to the section
5 Activity charts Reading the resources related to the section
6 Man-machine charts Reading the resources related to the section
7 Operation analysis, Operation charts Reading the resources related to the section
8 Mid-Term Exam The preparation for the mid-term exam
9 Micro-motion study, Fundamental hand motions, Analysis forms, Simo charts Reading the resources related to the section
10 Principles of motion economy Reading the resources related to the section
11 Time study, Time study equipment, Determining number of observations needed, Final control for number of observations Reading the resources related to the section
12 Time study charts, Normal time calculation Reading the resources related to the section
13 Determining allowances, Standard time calculation Reading the resources related to the section
14 Work sampling, Determining number of observations needed, Determining accuracy degree for number of observations, Absolute error Reading the resources related to the section
15 Control charts, Determining standard time by work sampling Reading the resources related to the section
16 Term Exams The preparation for the term exam
17 Term Exams The preparation for the term exam


Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria

Assessment Type Midterm / Year Impact End of Term / End of Year Impact
1. Midterm Exam 100 40
General Assessment
Midterm / Year Total 100 40
1. Final Exam - 60
Grand Total - 100


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 7 7
Final Exam 1 18 18
Total Workload (Hour) 109
Total Workload / 25 (h) 4,36
ECTS 4 ECTS

Update Time: 06.05.2025 11:29