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is an emerging field that has grown in importance in recent
years. It covers various topics, from planning and designing the manufacturing process to
ensuring that the products meet customer specifications

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Manufacturing Engineering

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There are many ways to be in the field of manufacturing engineering, from being a

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designer
manager
operator

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is based on core industrial engineering and mechanical
engineering skills, adding important elements from mechatronics, commerce, economics
and business management.

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Manufacturing Engineering

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is the application of engineering principles and
practices to the design, production, and maintenance of products

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Manufacturing engineering

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aims to produce products efficiently, consistently, safely, and cost-effectively.

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Manufacturing engineering

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is a branch of professional
engineering that shares many common concepts and ideas with other fields of engineering
such as mechanical, chemical, electrical, and industrial engineering.

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Manufacturing engineering or production engineering

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primary focus is to turn raw material
into an updated or new product in the most effective, efficient & economic way possible.

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manufacturing or production engineer’s primary focus

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This field of manufacturing engineering emerged from __________
discipline in the early 20th century.

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tool and die

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Manufacturing Engineering expanded greatly from the 1960s when industrialized
countries introduced factories with:

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1. Numerical control machine tools and automated systems of production.
2. Advanced statistical methods of quality control
3. Industrial robots

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The methods of quality control later
turned Japanese factories into world leaders in cost-effectiveness and production quality

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Advanced statistical methods of quality control

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on the factory floor, introduced in the late 1970s: These computercontrolled welding arms and grippers could perform simple tasks such as attaching a car
door quickly and flawlessly 24 hours a day. This cut costs and improved production speed.

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Industrial robots

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are responsible for the design and optimization of
production processes. They also develop and implement new technologies to
ensure that products meet industry standards

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Manufacturing engineers

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Manufacturing engineers also do the following:

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• develop energy-efficient production methods;
• research cost savings measures such as eco-friendly raw material sources;
• identify ways to improve throughput or reduce waste;
• analyze data from various sources to make informed decisions about process
  improvements, and
• Use mathematical models to evaluate system performance. In addition, they
  work with suppliers, vendors, and other business partners to ensure the timely
  delivery of components and materials for production.

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Modern manufacturing engineering studies include

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all intermediate processes required for
the production and integration of a product’s components.

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is used in different processes of manufacturing such as machining and
welding

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Automation

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refers to the application of automation to produce goods in a
factory.

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Automated manufacturing

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The main advantages of automated manufacturing for the manufacturing process are
realized with effective implementation of automation and include:

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higher consistency and quality,
reduction of lead times, simplification of production, reduced handling, improved work flow, and
improved worker morale.

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is the application of mechatronics and automation to create robots, which are
often used in manufacturing to perform tasks that are dangerous, unpleasant, or repetitive.

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Robotics

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allow businesses to save money on labor, perform tasks that are either too
dangerous or too precise for humans to perform economically, and to ensure better quality.

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Robots

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Modern Tools

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computer-aided engineering (CAE) programs

computer-aided design (CAD)

product life cycle management (PLM)

finite element analysis (FEA)

computational fluid dynamics (CFD)

computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)

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Allied Disciplines

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Mechanics
Kinematics
Drafting
Machine Tools and Metal Fabrication
Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Mechatronics

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the study of forces and their effects on matter. Typically,
engineering ________ is used to analyze and predict the acceleration and deformation

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Mechanics

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Subdisciplines of
mechanics include:

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• Statics
• Dynamics
• Mechanics of Materials
• Fluid Mechanics
• Continuum Mechanics

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is the study of the motion of bodies (objects) and systems (groups of objects), while
ignoring the forces that cause the motion.

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Kinematics

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is the means by which manufacturers create instructions for manufacturing parts. A technical drawing can be a computer model or hand-drawn schematic showing all the dimensions necessary to manufacture a part, as well as assembly notes, a list of required materials, and other pertinent information.

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Drafting or technical drawing

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employ some sort of tool that does the cutting or shaping.

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Machine tools

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is the building of metal structures by cutting, bending, and assembling processes.

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Metal fabrication

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is the manufacturing approach of using computers to control the entire production process.

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Computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM)

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is an engineering discipline that deals with the convergence of electrical, mechanical and manufacturing systems.

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Mechatronics

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Four Basic Functional Areas Of Manufacturing Engineering

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1. Manufacturing Planning 2. Manufacturing Operations 3. Manufacturing Research 4. Manufacturing Control

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It deals with the development and execution of a manufacturing plan that will achieve desired production results.

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Manufacturing Planning

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includes developing short-term and long-term schedules, forecasts, budgets, and resource allocation plans. It also includes establishing effective communication channels between departments to ensure coordinated production.

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Manufacturing Planning

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It encompasses planning and control; production scheduling and distribution; quality control; inventory management; materials management; plant safety, and health systems

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Manufacturing Operations

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involve coordinating the work of many personnel, machines, and departments to produce a product or service. It also involves using machines and equipment to produce products or components, including planning, designing, assembling, testing, and cleaning.

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Manufacturing Operations

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It is a sub-discipline of manufacturing engineering that focuses on improving the efficiency and quality of manufactured products. Manufacturing ________ comes in two categories: experimental and theoretical

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Manufacturing Research

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________ manufacturing research seeks to improve product performance using empirical methods such as experimentation and data analysis

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Experimental manufacturing research

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manufacturing research uses mathematical models to study product behavior and optimize process conditions.

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Theoretical manufacturing research

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It is about coordinating and controlling manufacturing activities to meet specified product requirements. It encompasses all aspects of manufacturing, from setting production goals and budgets to overseeing actual production processes.

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Manufacturing Control

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ensures that they produce the products accurately, consistently, and promptly. Control methods vary depending on the manufactured product but typically include measurements and audits to determine if they meet the standards

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Manufacturing Control

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Careers For Manufacturing Engineers

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Material Planner Machinist Engineering Technician Operations Research Analyst Supply Chain Specialist Quality Assurance Engineer Business Consultant Facilities Engineer Project Engineer Packaging Engineer Design Engineer Operations Engineer

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are responsible for planning and coordinating product production resources.

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Material Planner

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is a manufacturing engineer specializing in designing and fabricating machines and tools for producing goods. It includes everything from small, intricate parts to large assemblies.

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Machinist

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is the person who ensures that manufacturing processes are carried out correctly and on schedule. It includes ensuring that machines are running properly, following the drawings and specifications and that products meet required quality standards.

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Engineering Technician

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is a Manufacturing Engineering career involving applying mathematical models and theories to solve problems in manufacturing.

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Operations Research Analyst

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is a manufacturing professional who manages the flow of materials and products from suppliers to manufacturers

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Supply Chain Specialist

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are responsible for ensuring the quality of products produced by manufacturing companies.

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Quality Assurance Engineer

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helps businesses by providing advice and guidance on improving their operations.

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Business Consultant

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are responsible for designing, constructing, and maintaining plants and industrial facilities.

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Facilities Engineer

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are responsible for developing, coordinating, and managing project tasks within their specific engineering discipline.

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Project Engineer

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design and create products they pack for sale or distribution.

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Packaging engineers

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are responsible for the overall design of manufactured products.

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Design Engineer

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are responsible for manufacturing plants' overall efficiency and effectiveness.

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Operations Engineer

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What skills in particular are in short supply?

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According to a report by Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute (MFI), computer skills, problem-solving, technical training, and mathematics top the list.

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provides the bridge manufacturing needs, by combining engineering in its various forms with technical and mechanical skills. Engineers can use classes in _______ to cross over into manufacturing with ease.

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Mechatronics