Module 4 - Process Design and Improvement Abstract

This module presents a case study for designing a sustainable manufacturing process with continuous improvement. The case study used is the Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance “World Engine.”   Alternative methods for waste and energy reduction are discussed both those that were implemented and those that were found to be either unprofitable or infeasible. The module focuses on these five topics:

Definition of Wastes/Waste Streams
Waste Stream Audit/Pollution prevention
Implementing Environmental Considerations
Packaging Challenges
Energy Assessments/Audit

Additional Material Available

  1. A complete set of PowerPoint lectures with an in depth case study
  2. An assignment for an waste audit
  3. An assignment for an energy audit
  4. Links to related online material

The National Science Foundation financially supported the project with a three-year CCLI grant DUE#0511322. If you want to download the sample or the zipped complete file you will need to email Dr. Terri Lynch-Caris with your contact information, please email tlynch@kettering.edu

Course Contact Information:

Jackie El-Sayed - jelsayed@kettering.edu

PowerPoint Sample

Module 4 Zipped File

           

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