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Course
Garment Production Management
Lecturer
Shalemu Sharew Hailemariam
University
Bahir Dar Univesity
Period
Spring 2026
Language
English

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Syllabus

This course offers an in-depth study of production management and industrial engineering principles tailored to the fashion industry. It emphasizes manufacturing strategies, production planning, and technology integration to enhance productivity in garment manufacturing. Students explore key concepts including production systems, layout planning, work measurement, inventory control, and digital transformation. The course balances theoretical foundations with practical applications, preparing students to solve real-world production challenges and make strategic decisions in apparel operations. By examining contemporary tools and techniques, learners develop the competency to manage industrial facilities effectively and drive continuous improvement in fashion business planning, execution, and control. 

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Courses List

No. Course Format File Date
1 Week 1. Introduction to Production and Operations Management:Definitions 2026-06-17
2 Week 2. Production Systems in Garment Manufacturing;production systems; garment manufacturing 2026-06-17
3 Week 3. Garment Manufacturing Process: from Cutting to Packing; • Cutting order planning, assembly line balancing 2026-06-17
4 Week 4. Layout Planning and Analysis:layout planing; types of layout 2026-06-17
5 Week 5. Quantitative Approaches to Layout Analysis:tools and techniques,computer aided layout planning; quantitative layout evaluation techniques 2026-06-17
6 Week 6. Work Study and Method Study:Introduction;work methods,motion economy method study 2026-06-17
7 Week 7. Work Measurement and Standard Time Development:• Techniques of work measurement;Standard Minute Value analysis 2026-06-17
8 Week 8. Oral examination and discussions 2026-06-17
9 Week 9. Demand Management and Forecasting: Importance of forecasting; • Forecasting method; Measuring forecasting accuracy; Collaborative forecasting and planning in the fashion supply chain 2026-06-17
10 Week 10. Production Planning and Control:• Functions and objectives of PPC;Production planning activities;• Aggregate planning strategies 2026-06-17
11 Week 11. Capacity and Workforce Planning: • Definition; • Capacity planning strategies • Workforce planning 2026-06-17
12 Week 12. Inventory Management:Types of inventory;Inventory costs; Inventory planning and control models 2026-06-17
13 Week 13. Scheduling and Sequencing:• • Scheduling strategies; Scheduling techniques and methods;• Monitoring and control of production schedules 2026-06-17
14 Week 14. Just-in-Time (JIT) and Lean Manufacturing:JIT inventory,JIT implementation 2026-06-17
15 Week 15. Application of Digital Technology in Apparel Production Management:IT;Digital and SMART technology 2026-06-17
16 Week 16. Final exam 2026-06-17

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