Module $4$ Question set

Prepare detailed written responses to the following questions:

List and describe the principal objectives of methods engineering.

List and describe the two characteristics of value$-$added steps in a given process.

Name the three types of process chart described in the text and identify the applice area for each.

Describe the importance of motion study and how it is used in work design.

What are the general objectives of micromotion analysis?

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Describe multiple function tools and explain the strengths and weaknesses as compe to separate tools for each function.

Discuss the differences between a process layout and a product layout. Identify situations when each would be appropriate.

Describe a fixed position layout and provide an example where it would be utilized.

Compare and contrast the cellular layout with an assembly line. Deseribe the situation that make each an appropriate choice.