SubjectGeneral, Production & Operations Management
Publication Year2005
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaMathematics, Business & Economics
AuthorMcgraw Hill
FormatPerfect
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight31.9 Oz
Item Length10.9 in
Item Width8.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceElementary/High School
Grade FromNinth Grade
IllustratedYes
Grade ToTwelfth Grade
Edition DescriptionStudent edition
Table Of ContentUnit 1: The World of Manufacturing Chapter 1Careers in Manufacturing Chapter 2Trends in Manufacturing Chapter 3Inside the Manufacturing Workplace Unit 2: A Safe & Productive Workplace Chapter 4Safety Practices Chapter 5Communication Skills Chapter 6Teamwork Skills Chapter 7Meeting Customer Needs Unit 3: Producing Products Chapter 8Production Basics Chapter 9Production Materials Chapter 10Production Processes Chapter 11Tool & Equipment Operation Chapter 12Production Planning & Work Flow Chapter 13Production Components Chapter 14Controlling & Documenting Production Chapter 15Packaging & Distributing Products Unit 4: Quality Management Chapter 16Continuous Improvement Chapter 17Inspection & Auditing Chapter 18Preventive & Corrective Actions
Synopsis"High-Performance Manufacturing: Portable Production Skills," authored by the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC), will raise the technical, academic, and employability skill level of tomorrow's workforce as students and incumbent workers learn core production skills. "High-Performance Manufacturing" meets the MSSC Production Skill Standards, addressing core skill areas of 14 manufacturing subindustries. "Communication" features address ways to develop speaking, listening, writing, reading, and social skills. "Information Technology" features explain how to use information and communication technology and gather and analyze information in the workplace. "Math & Science" features explain essential math and science skills used in manufacturing. "Teamwork" features showcase real teams at work, building consensus, and adapting to various situations. "Leadership" features describe real-world examples of leadership, organizing and planning, and career development. "Problem Solving" features describe ways to analyze and solve problems in the manufacturing workplace.