a) Explain, with examples, the following terms associated with Scheduling: -

Scheduling criteria 

Gantt load chart 

Theory of Constraints

Services Scheduling 

b) Explain what Materials Requirement Planning is ? What are the fundamental principles of material handling system? Briefly state their salient features. 

c) Explain what is meant by the Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) model used in inventory control. 

d) What is Aggregate Production Planning? Explain Chase strategy, Level production strategy, Mixed strategy.

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Scheduling criteria are the factors that are considered when making scheduling decisions Some common scheduling criteria include Due date The date by which the job must be completed Priority The order ... View the full answer