Description:
This project will teach students about the business methodology of Lean Manufacturing. Students will explore the various applications of Lean practices in different industries. They will learn about the 5S components of Lean and learn how this ideology works to cut out waste and work towards improved systems design. Learning via slideshow and supplementary videos, students will be asked to incorporate their learning into designing a pizza shop floor plan. Additionally, the class will be asked to brainstorm other areas of their school or community that could benefit from applying Lean practices.
Links to Resources
- TIJ1O Lean Manufacturing: 5S System Project Overview (Google Slides)
- Lesson Plan - Lean Manufacturing: The 5S System (Google Doc)
- Activity 1: Lean Manufacturing - Intro to Lean Manufacturing (Google Slides)
- Activity 2: Lean Manufacturing - Lean Pizza Shop Project (Google Doc)
- Activity 3: Lean Manufacturing - School/Community Lean Brainstorm (Google Doc)