Essays on Industrial Engineering

Executive Summary

Lifelong learning, which originated from the theory of heutagogy in applied emergent technology, is a current imperative in getting employment in a highly innovative field, such as aerospace engineering. Moreover, it is an established approach in learning skills indispensable in highly innovative functions in high-tech companies. My general learning needs include knowledge and skills in structural design and analysis, manufacturing, service liaising, hardware tooling, payload management, and product support as well as better expertise in using specific design software. The implementation plan is contexted on three learning objectives: (1) develop broad expertise in mechanical and industrial engineering concepts and ...

Industrial and Systems Engineering: Career Overview

Management Course Title Abstract Industrial and Systems Engineering is a multidisciplinary sub-field of engineering that regards the optimization of processes through the improvement of their efficiency, reduction of costs and management of human capital. This paper analyzes the historical background of this profession, its work field and job prospects as well as statistics and salary data of this type of engineers. Industrial and Systems Engineering: Career Overview

History

The origins of Industrial and Systems Engineering can be traced back to ancient times, as it is believed that Egyptians, Greeks and Romans utilized the fundamental principles of this discipline to develop ...

APPLICATION OF INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING IN HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS

Abstract Engineering concepts have been applied in healthcare systems. Particularly, industrial engineering plays a significant role in the maintenance of modern healthcare systems. Medical practitioners and managers should appreciate the significance of employing practical methods in decision-making. The objective of this paper is to tie industrial engineering concepts to healthcare delivery. This involves the application of systems modelling in healthcare management. The paper is divided into sections that cover various aspects of the topic. The human capital model is expressed through an equation. This is then followed by a summary of underlying facts. The compilation is concluded with a ...

INTELLIGENCE: CONNECTING DATA AND PROCESSES,” BY

VAN DER AALST, W., ZHAO, J. L. AND WANG, H. J.

A Critique of the Paper: “Editorial: Business Process

Intelligence: Connecting Data And Processes,” by Van Der Aalst, W., Zhao, J. L. and Wang, H. J. The central theme of the paper deals with the relation (or rather the non-relation) between processes and data. It speaks particularly about the massive amounts of data that can cause difficulty in processes. Hence, the need is for the two aspects to communicate with each other at an optimal level. The paper reveals a focus on the improvement of processes. These processes are related particularly to Business Process Intelligence, which is ...

It was not until the 1950s that engineering technology was assimilated into the medical industry. A lot of people were dying due to diseases and medical conditions that could not yet be solved owing to poor equipment and insufficient knowledge. With the need to provide treatment for advanced and complex forms of medical conditions, medical practitioners begun using engineered equipment to diagnose and treat patients. This journey is best explained by the work of Ross and others in the article ‘A brief history of health systems engineering - its early years through 1989: An industrial engineering perspective.’ The authors ...

Advancement of technology specifically information technology is playing a significant role in buying electronics products (Tai, Pearn and Chen, 2015). This swift and fast modern technology affect the attitude of a customer. Consumers employ to acquire new models/versions and quality products. This is the prime cause of boosting the branded products, and numerous market players present themselves to consumers with a great deal of futures innovated designs in their products. In addition, consumer’s enticed to modern technology feels more comfortable about existing market trend.

E-commerce: Online Accessibility of Products

The online accessibility of electronic products provide a superior array of options, brand names and the lack of ...

Financial Crisis in U.S.

Summary of the Financial Crisis in U.S

The financial crisis in the United States was one of the historical financial meltdown in the world history. We all know how the ups and down frequently occur in this area, but a downfall like this affected the whole country. It all started in 2007, August. A few events in the past were a trigger to such an event. A noticeable event in 2001 occurred when the U.S faced a brief period of recession in the country, although the effects of it were covered up without much deep loss but a fear of such an uncertainty gained a place in ...

Financial Crisis in U.S.

Summary of the Financial Crisis in U.S

The financial crisis in the United States was one of the historical financial meltdown in the world’s history. We all know how the ups and down frequently occur in this area, but a downfall like this affected the whole country. It all started in 2007, August. A few events in the past were a trigger to such an event. A noticeable event in 2001 occurred when the U.S faced a brief period of recession in the country, although the effects of it were covered up without much deep loss but a fear of such an uncertainty gained a place ...

Personal Statement for University Application

As a child growing up in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), I learned and deeply appreciated the words of Ali ibn Abi Talib, “seek knowledge from the cradle to the grave". These and the words of Prophet Mohammed, "god loves that if someone perform a work that he/she perform it very well" still motivate me in my quest for higher education, perfection in work and a higher purpose in life. I always pursued education in the KSA with the primary intent of becoming the best in my field of study. As an illustration, I am proud to point to my ...

The following discussion will focus on the Theory of Constraints by identifying the most useful resource that gives a detailed explanation of the theory. Five articles were studies and only one article was used in the discussion. The article selected was Theory of constraints: a Theory for operations management by Mahesh C. Gupta and Lynn H. Boyd.

Key Concept Explanation

Defining the topic The main topic of discussion is “The Theory of Constraints”. According to Blackstone (2010), the Theory of Constraints is a business management tool used to gather, analyze, solve and implement solutions within an organization.

Essential elements for clear understanding of the topic

An organization aiming at implementing change might ...

The life of a student is filled with many formative moments. Doing well on an exam is always a happy event and cements the semester’s learning. Success on the National Organization for Exceptional Student’s Talents exam made a lasting impression on me and instilled a deep appreciation of academic discipline to achieve one’s goals. In my elementary school I became deeply interested in mathematics and was fascinated by the application of numbers and formulas through mathematical technique to solve practical problems in our environments. In high school, I was introduced to Industrial Engineering and I learned that optimization and calculus ...

Introduction

Industrial engineering directs the efficient execution of construction, commercial enterprises of various undertakings, transportation, or manufacturing, indeed, in that human labor is directed in carrying out any type of duty. Industrial engineering has drawn upon various diverse fields of engagement including accountancy, sociology, psychology, mechanical engineering, economics and at times it distinct itself as a specific body of science in its own. The older branches of the profession never constituted the human elements and the economic parts and this differentiates it with the current understanding of industrial engineering. It is thus this complexity of operation that in industrial engineering working ...

Abstract

The Saudi Arabian government ensures that it focuses in the implementation of KM strategies to enhance improvements in service provision. The paper looks at the impact of introducing the strategies in the hospitals. It can be seen that KM supports knowledge and information sharing which boosts communication hence facilitating great improvement in hospital sector. Knowledge management helps to solve both existing and emerging issues in healthcare with a goal to improve hospital performance in Saudi Arabia.

Overview & Justification of the Research

Many organizations are applying KM strategies so that they can increase the capability and improve performance. There is need for integrating knowledge for the ...

Introduction

Industrial engineering is a field that is extremely essential in various industries. The main objective of industrial engineers is to analyze the various possible risks in an enterprise, then plan on measures of preventing such risks. As such, they ensure that costs are cut down and that safety measures are up to date. The various industries that need these professionals include the manufacturing, entertainment, service industries among many other industries (Khan 22). Generally the people in these jobs work to ensure the best use of technology, people as well as resources. They collect, analyze and organize information in such a way ...

Introduction

On a historical footing, an industrial engineer is concerned with the production processes that a company applies to produce goods for their customers. As such, the industrial engineer was tasked with the role of minimizing the production cost while maximizing the product output of the company. However, over time environmental concerns and awareness has increased around the world. Both legislation based requirements and customer demands have titled in favor of companies that observe the green standards, that is, companies that adhere to environmental standards. Owing to this global trend, industrial engineers have had to factor in the environmental conservation and pollution ...

Engineering is a profession composed of many disciplines as well as job functions. Someone who studies engineering is open to the many opportunities and rewards available in the engineering profession. Engineers are classified based on discipline and job function. Discipline in engineering is the academic specialization of an engineer. Some of the disciplines are industrial, computer, chemical, civil, mechanical and electrical engineering. On the other hand, job functions in engineering are kinds of jobs engineers perform. This paper focuses on the various job functions and disciplines performed by engineers. Job functions range from analysis, development, teaching, design, test, management and ...

Introduction

Technology involves all the steps and procedures which are involved in making, using and having knowledge of tools and techniques used to solve a problem. Technology means the skills that are involved in making work easier and ensuring the quality production of a given piece of work. Technology affects human species and other animals both directly and indirectly. The use of technology has been in place since time immemorial. (Ellul, 1967) Man initially converted natural resources into simple tools that helped him in accomplishing certain tasks. There have been several technological developments which include the printing press, internet and the use ...