The Effectiveness of Basic Engineering Shopwork Program?
The effectiveness of basic engineering shopwork programs has been studied in various contexts. One study conducted at KLE Tech, Hubballi found that introducing a design project as a tutorial component of the basic mechanical engineering (BME) curriculum significantly improved students' learning experience and their ability to use workshop tools comfortably . Another study focused on the implementation of ergonomics programs in computer workstations and found that effective communication, education, and collaboration between employees and management were crucial for successful implementation and satisfaction with the program . A study on American tool and die shops revealed that these shops are using innovative technologies, updating machinery, and implementing new strategies to remain competitive in the global tooling industry . Additionally, research on contemporary approaches to manufacturing (CMAs) highlighted the importance of bundles of practices, established shop floor teams, and continuous process improvement for the effectiveness of CMA programs . Overall, these studies suggest that well-designed shopwork programs, along with effective communication, education, and implementation strategies, can enhance learning outcomes, improve workplace ergonomics, and increase competitiveness in the manufacturing industry.
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Open access 20 Jun 2010 | The effectiveness of the basic engineering shopwork program is not mentioned in the provided paper. The paper discusses the actions taken by manufacturers to become more competitive in the tooling industry. |
Open access•Dissertation 01 Jan 2007 6 Citations | The provided paper is about the effectiveness of shop floor improvement teams at South African manufacturers. It does not mention anything about the effectiveness of a basic engineering shopwork program. |
Open access•Journal Article 27 Citations | The provided paper does not discuss the effectiveness of a basic engineering shopwork program. The paper is about the effectiveness of computer ergonomics interventions for an engineering company. |
1 Citations | The paper discusses the effectiveness of a design project and workshop component in the Basic Mechanical Engineering (BME) curriculum, but it does not specifically mention a "Basic Engineering Shopwork Program." |
| The provided paper does not discuss the effectiveness of a basic engineering shopwork program. |