The Production, Planning, and Expediting (PPE) Clerk program is a 335-hour hybrid course designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within a variety of industries. The curriculum emphasizes understanding production schedules, managing inventory and storage, coordinating shipments, and implementing quality control and safety procedures. Through both theoretical learning and hands-on training, students gain proficiency in essential business communication, ethical decision-making, occupational safety, business mathematics, and global supply chain logistics. Graduates of this program are well-prepared for entry-level roles such as expeditor, production planner, materials coordinator, and inventory control specialist, supporting the seamless operation of supply chains and production processes.
Production Clerk, Inventory Control Specialist & Inventory Control Specialist
Upon completion of the Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerk program, graduates will be able to:
• Coordinate production schedules and expedite the flow of work and materials according to organizational needs.
• Communicate effectively within business settings, manage records, and ensure adherence to ethical and safety standards.
• Perform essential inventory, storage, and quality assurance functions to maintain efficient operations.
• Utilize business mathematics, information technology, and warehouse management principles in a production environment.
• Navigate global supply chain logistics, including sourcing, acquisition, and contingency planning, to ensure continuity and cost-effectiveness.
Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerk 18-weeks, (335-hours)
Week 1-2: Introduction to Production Planning and Control (PPC)
• Topics Covered:
• Definition and objectives of PPC
• Functions and importance of PPC in manufacturing
• Overview of production systems and types
• Duration: 30 hours
Week 3-4: Forecasting and Demand Management
• Topics Covered:
• Qualitative and quantitative forecasting methods
• Demand planning and its impact on production
• Case studies on forecasting accuracy
• Duration: 30 hours
Week 5-6: Aggregate Planning and Master Production Scheduling
• Topics Covered:
• Strategies for aggregate planning
• Developing a Master Production Schedule (MPS)
• Balancing supply and demand
• Duration: 30 hours
Week 7-8: Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Topics Covered:
• MRP concepts and components
• Inventory management and control
• Lot-sizing techniques and order policies
• Duration: 30 hours
Week 9-10: Capacity Planning and Facility Layout
• Topics Covered:
• Capacity planning strategies
• Facility layout design and optimization
• Line balancing methods
• Duration: 30 hours
Week 11-12: Scheduling and Sequencing
• Topics Covered:
• Job shop and flow shop scheduling
• Sequencing rules and techniques
• Gantt charts and scheduling software
• Duration: 30 hours
Week 13-14: Inventory Management and Control
• Topics Covered:
• Inventory models for independent and dependent demand
• Safety stock and reorder point calculations
• Just-in-Time (JIT) and Lean Manufacturing principles
• Duration: 30 hours
Week 15: Expediting and Follow-Up
• Topics Covered:
• Expediting processes and techniques
• Progress reporting and performance metrics
• Managing production delays and disruptions
• Duration: 15 hours
Week 16: Quality Control and Continuous Improvement
• Topics Covered:
• Quality management systems (e.g., Six Sigma, TQM)
• Statistical process control
• Continuous improvement methodologies
• Duration: 15 hours
Week 17: Supply Chain Management
• Topics Covered:
• Supply chain design and integration
• Supplier selection and relationship management
• Logistics and distribution planning
• Duration: 15 hours
Week 18: Project Work and Review
• Activities:
• Capstone project presentation
• Review of key concepts
• Final assessment and feedback
• Duration: 30 hours
Total Duration: 335 hours
