KMITL BTEC Center

Principles of Innovation and Change Management
Unit introduction
Well managed innovation and change lead directly the improvement of a business’ competitive advantage. New products, services, materials, processes and markets all drive business efficiency and attract new customers so helping businesses meet their objectives. In this unit you will learn about the need for innovation and change in businesses. Many, such as aerospace and pharmaceutical firms actively seek to innovate by investing in research and development activity.

Businesses want to offer more profitable products and services, customers want cheaper and better products and services and regulators impose legal requirements on markets. So, for example, aircraft are made from lighter materials, use fuel efficient engines so that they can carry more passengers further while at the same time complying with environmental protection requirements. Businesses need to develop a culture that supports and promotes innovation and the consequential changes that are required. You will learn how employees can be encouraged and supported to innovate and change by seeing such developments as opportunities rather than as threats. Consideration will be given to how change may have some negative impact but that the aim is to ensure that this is outweighed by the beneficial impact. Discount retailers take trade away from established retailers who may have to close branches but an established retailer may then move into multichannel retailing with an online store and develop convenience stores and station outlets. Change requires all stakeholders to be kept informed and engaged but it underpins businesses’ drive to maintain their competitive advantage and to achieve their goals.

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Understanding Organisational Structure, Culture, and Values
Unit aim
This unit provides the learner with an understanding of the development and role that the structure of an organisation plays in its effectiveness and the importance of an organisations’ culture in the achievement of high performance. The unit also provides an introduction to the relationship between organisational values and organisational culture and behaviour.

Unit introduction
The structure, culture and values of an organisation are key factors in defining how,why and where it operates. When you start a new job one of the first things you will do is to be inducted into the organisation’s structure, culture and values. This unit will enable you to understand what is meant by these terms and how the structure, culture and values each affect decisions the organisation makes about how it conducts its business and, in turn, how this impacts your everyday working life. You will learn about the different types of organisational structure and why different organisations have different structures. You will explore how the organisational culture varies in different organisations and how organisations seek to build a high performance culture. Values or our ideas about what is good or important are a guide to how we behave and in this unit you will consider how beneficial it can be if the organisation and the workers share the values affecting working life.

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ASST.PROF.DR. Ampapan Tuntinakhongul (ผศ.ดร.อำภาพรรณ ตันตินาครกูล)
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Operational and Human Resource Planning and Management
Unit aim
This unit provides the learner with an understanding of the principles and practice of operational planning and physical resource management in organisations. The unit also provides an introduction to health and safety requirements when managing work activities in organisations.

Unit introduction
Excellence in operations management can provide the crucial competitive advantage in an increasingly competitive world. An example of this is the way low cost airlines have re-designed the traditional operations to enable cost cutting and thereby increase the size of the market for flights. Wherever you work, your organisation will undertake operations, whether this is making products or providing a service or a combination of both. All organisations need to employ the right number of people with the right skills and make plans in order to ensure that they achieve their objectives and work is completed effectively and efficiently. In this unit you will learn the principles of operational planning and how to use some of the common tools and techniques. You will consider ways of managing physical resources and how to undertake workforce planning and talent management. Health and safety is crucially important when planning operations and in this unit you will learn about the legal principles and how these are applied within an organisation through the use of health and safety policies and procedures and risk assessments.

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Principles of Management and Leadership in Organisations
Unit aim
This unit provides the learner with an understanding of the concepts of leadership and managerial effectiveness within organisations. The unit also provides an introduction to the principles and practices of managing the performance of individuals in organisations.

Unit introduction
In work you will often be called on to take your lead from senior people in the organisation and then use your own management and leadership skills to gain the buy in of others and achieve organisational objectives. In this unit you will learn about management and leadership in organisations and how to interpret and use the key terms such as levels, leadership, management, responsibility and accountability, vision and values. You will also gain an understanding of how organisations develop managerial effectiveness through delegation and various methods of leadership development. You will go on to find out how workplace performance is managed through formal performance management schemes and also through coaching and mentoring and the use of effective communication. Effective management and leadership ensures that all employees’ efforts are working together and contributing to future success of the organisation.

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Principles of Quality Management
Unit aim
The aim of the unit is to give learners an understanding of the importance of having good quality products, services and business practices. The unit also helps learners to understand how the management of quality in a business contributes to the achievement of business goals.

Unit introduction
In this unit, you will consider the role of managing quality in businesses and how it supports the effective operation of businesses. Some products, for example motor vehicles, have to be built in compliance with the law, which in effect defines a particular quality threshold. However, manufacturers want to do more than just the legal and regulatory minimum. For example, they want components to arrive just in time, they want products to be made with zero defects and they want a productive workforce. You will learn that many businesses adopt a policy of trying to promote continuous improvement in all their activities. By managing quality, managers will help improve the performance of businesses. If vehicles are produced with zero defects there will be no costly product recalls, repair and maintenance costs will be lower and customers will be satisfied and may want to tell others about the benefits of a particular model. Sales may increase as more of the manufacturer’s vehicles are purchased and the manufacturer may be able to charge a premium price for good quality vehicles. Increased output will lead to lower average costs. All of which contributes to profitability. You will understand that administrative systems contribute to the management of quality and the quality of administrative systems contributes directly to meeting customer needs and ensuring the continuation of profitable relationships and therefore supporting the achievement of business goals.

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ASST.PROF.DR. Ampapan Tuntinakhongul (ผศ.ดร.อำภาพรรณ ตันตินาครกูล)
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Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability
Unit aim
This unit gives learners an understanding of corporate social responsibility and sustainability and the impact on organisations. This unit also provides an introduction to the concept of business ethics and the conduct of the organisation.

Unit introduction
Corporate social responsibility and sustainability issues are a growing concern for several organisations. Many organisations are aware and concerned about the impact their activities have on the environment and also the impact of their operation on their reputation and image. Many customers do not evaluate an organisation on just the features of their products and services, but also on what business practices they are engaged in, how their products are produced, and what effect on society the organisation activities has. Consequently, issues such as animal testing, environmental damage, irresponsible marketing, fair working conditions have become highly important for organisations to consider. Stakeholders and especially customer demands have played a central role in getting organisations to consider the impact their operations have on society and the environment. Over the past decade, organisations have been implementing sustainability programmes to manage their environmental impacts, reduce resource use and improve their social responsibility. Media coverage has made consumers and other stakeholders more aware of the ethical behaviour of organisations. The increase in consumer awareness has resulted in many organisations promoting their social values to gain competitive advantage. Corporate social responsibility and sustainability are no longer viewed as just a regulatory requirement that satisfies stakeholders’ interest but also as an investment that could bring financial returns. However, there are mixed views and theories on whether corporate social responsibility and sustainability adds to or takes away from an organisations profits and value. There are also mixed views on whether it is possible to measure the impact of corporate social responsibility and sustainability on non-financial activities.

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Tel: 02-329-8235
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ASST.PROF.DR. Ampapan Tuntinakhongul (ผศ.ดร.อำภาพรรณ ตันตินาครกูล)
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Managing Personal and Professional Development
Unit aim
This unit gives learners an understanding of the need for personal and professional development. This unit also provides an introduction to the concept of implementing and monitoring personal professional development plans.

Unit introduction
Success as a manager requires both the development of professional and personal skills that support working effectively in the interests of the business. If you continuously develop your skills and knowledge then this will help you to be fully prepared to achieve goals or to approach changes in the workplace. In this unit you will learn about the trends and developments that are currently influencing the need for the development of personal and professional skills.

This unit will provide the opportunity for you to explore the importance of ensuring that your personal professional development plan reflects your personal values and goals as well as those of your employer. You will also consider how to use professional networks and professional bodies to assist your development as well as how to set development objectives and devise a plan to achieve the targets you have set yourself. You will go on to explore the value of constructive feedback, and how to review and monitor your progress as you implement your personal professional development plan.

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Tel: 02-329-8235
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ASST.PROF.DR. Ampapan Tuntinakhongul (ผศ.ดร.อำภาพรรณ ตันตินาครกูล)
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Principles of Building Respectful and Productive Working Relationships in Organisations
Unit aim
This unit provides the learner with an understanding of the how to create a fair, supportive and rewarding working environment and the importance of communication in creating effective working relationships.
The unit also provides an introduction to the practices of conflict resolution and conflict management in the workplace.

Unit introduction
For any a manager it is vitally important to build respectful and productive working relationships with your colleagues, whether they are your peers or those who report to you. Often your success, and the success of the organisation as a whole, will depend on the quality of the working relationships you build with your colleagues.

In this unit you will learn the principles of communicating effectively in the workplace and how giving and receiving feedback helps to improve performance and increase the speed of learning as well as support the development of a positive open culture. You will explore the sources of conflict in the workplace and the strategies that can be used to resolve and manage conflict so that it is constructive rather than disruptive. You will consider the importance of creating a fair and supportive working environment and how to do this while recognising the achievements of your colleagues or staff. Staff wellbeing makes for a productive and happy workforce and you will explore what can be done to promote this and how the effectiveness of well-being initiatives such as healthcare, childcare, health education and caring for the worklife balance can be evaluated. Finally, you will consider how organisations can create a learning and innovation culture through measures such as enhancing learning opportunities and reducing the blame culture, and why this is important for the future success of any organisation and its staff.

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Tel: 02-329-8235
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Lean Manufacturing
Unit Introduction :
Lean manufacturing is a systematic approach to minimising waste in a manufacturing system, by focusing on the activities that add the most value through the eyes of the customer. The basis of lean manufacturing originated in the car industry and was developed by Toyota in Japan. Lean is now used extensively worldwide, in all types and size of organisation, to improve international competitiveness. It is therefore crucial for manufacturing engineers to be able to design and operate manufacturing systems that employ lean successfully.

The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the principles and processes of lean manufacturing, so that they can become an effective and committed practitioner of lean in whatever industry sector they are employed in. To do this, the unit will explore the tools and techniques that are applied by organisations practicing lean. The students will consider both the benefits and challenges of using lean manufacturing, and become sufficiently knowledgeable about the most important process tools and techniques to be able to operate and use them.

Among the topics included in this unit are: scoping and defining lean manufacturing, the benefits and challenges of adopting Lean, The Toyota Production System (TPS), common tools and techniques associated with lean manufacturing and process improvement, and the most appropriate improvement tool(s) to tackle a problem.

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to explain the common principles of lean manufacturing, compare the Toyota Production System with the now more widely adopted generic approaches to lean manufacturing, utilise a range of the process improvement tools used within lean manufacturing, and demonstrate effective communication skills in order to lead the process of continuous improvement across an organisation.

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Computer Aided Design and Manufacture (CAD/CAM)
Unit Introduction :
The capacity to quickly produce finished components from a software model is now essential in the competitive world of manufacturing. Businesses now invest heavily in Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM) software and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines to facilitate this, thus reducing product lead times. CAD gives design engineers the platform to creatively model components that meet the specific needs of the consumer. When these models are combined with CAM software, manufacturing is made a reality.

This unit introduces students to all the stages of the CAD/CAM process and to the process of modelling components using CAD software specifically suitable for transferring to CAM software.

Among the topics included in this unit are: programming methods, component set-up, tooling, solid modelling, geometry manipulation, component drawing, importing solid model, manufacturing simulation, data transfer, CNC machine types and inspections.

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to illustrate the key principles of manufacturing using a CAD/CAM system; produce 3D solid models of a component suitable for transfer into a CAM system; use CAM software to generate manufacturing simulations of a component; and design a dimensionally accurate component on a CNC machine using a CAD/CAM system.

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Maintenance Engineering
Unit Introduction :
Plant and equipment are one of the biggest assets for any business, costing huge sums of money to replace when things go wrong. Without regular maintenance business owners could see an increase in costly breakdowns, often incurring downtime and significant loss of earnings. Inspection and maintenance are therefore vital to detect and prevent any potential equipment issues or faults that would prevent operation at optimum efficiency. Good maintenance proves itself on a day-today basis.

This unit introduces students to the importance of equipment maintenance programmes, the benefits that well-maintained equipment brings to an organisation and the risk factors it faces if maintenance programmes and processes are not considered or implemented. Topics included in this unit are: statutory regulations, organisational safety requirements, maintenance strategies, safe working and maintenance techniques.

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to explain the importance of compliance with statutory regulations associated with asset maintenance, illustrate maintenance techniques adopted by the industry, work safely whilst performing maintenance tasks in an industrial environment and identify inspection and maintenance techniques.

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Quality and Process Improvement
Unit Introduction :
Quality has always been the key to business success and survivability, but it requires organisations to allocate a lot of effort and resources to achieve it. The key to providing quality services and designing top quality products lies in the strength and effectiveness of the processes used in their development; processes which must be constantly reviewed to ensure they operate as efficiently, economically and as safely as possible.

This unit introduces students to the importance of quality assurance processes in a manufacturing or service environment and the principles and theories that underpin them. Topics included in this unit are: tools and techniques used to support quality control, attributes and variables, testing processes, costing modules, the importance of qualifying the costs related to quality, international standards for management (ISO 9000, 14000, 18000), European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM), principles, tools and techniques of Total Quality Management (TQM) and implementation of Six Sigma.

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to illustrate the processes and applications of statistical process, explain the quality control tools used to apply costing techniques, identify the standards expected in the engineering environment to improve efficiency and examine how the concept of Total Quality Management and continuous improvement underpins modern manufacturing and service environments.

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