Bill of Materials Basics

Course Outline

The course text is structured to introduce basic concepts first and then build on the concepts into the more advanced subject matter. The student is guided through the steps involved in structuring the bill of material. The text includes several examples and practical applications along with several production hints for actual use in industry.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Learning Objective

The attendee can expect to cover the following learning objectives.

Become familiar with company operations and flowcharting product flow;
What constitutes Engineering deliverables;
Bill of material structuring and the different traditional philosophies;
Various part classifications in the bill of material;
Actual practical bill of material applications and the various results;
Integration of the bill of material with scheduling;
Inventory and Material Control relations with the bill of material;
Cost roll-ups using the bill of material; and
Management strategies using bill of material review and modular design techniques.

Intended Audience

All types of Engineers at all levels of experience

Benefit for Attendee

All types of Engineers at all levels of experience will benefit from this course. The content demonstrates the importance of the bill of material as it is constructed and how it can affect the company organization. Additional information is presented to cover management strategies and how the bill can be used as the focal point.

The course begins with the basics of proper structuring and moves into the more advanced subject matter. Throughout the course, the attendee is always pushed to think in terms of the production results. This type of material and presentation helps the attendee think outside the immediate area and become more of a team member striving for a common goal of improved efficiency.

Course Introduction

As manufacturing companies strive to remain competitive, continuous improvements in efficiency has become an on going goal. The manufacturing environment we live in has pushed companies onto a constant search for improved production methods and better management philosophy. As these companies define their mission, the objectives filter through the organization and place demands on the various departments associated with production. The requirements for better efficiency become the charter for each of the departments who have a hand in developing, building, and shipping products. Better co-ordination across multi department functions is essential. One strategy for meeting this demand is to revert back to the basics of your bill of material. This course offers an introduction to bill of material methods and also some more advanced methods for improving efficiency.

Course Content

The course content is contained in the following PDF file:

Bill of Materials Basics

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Course Summary

This course covers the many aspects and uses of the bill of material in a production environment. Topics include creating a structured bill of material, adding routings, using the bill for scheduling, inventory, and finance. Special discussions include conducting design reviews and implementing standardization techniques using the bill as a focal point. This class presents a unique management strategy that relies on the development and formation of the bill of material. The author includes examples and strategies from his many years of experience in Engineering Management and presents his practical methods on utilization of this critical document.

For additional technical information related to this subject, please read the new book by the course author:

Managing Company Production Thru the Bill of Material by Anthony Rante

Quiz

Once you finish studying the above course content, you need to take a quiz to obtain the PDH credits.

DISCLAIMER: The materials contained in the online course are not intended as a representation or warranty on the part of PDH Center or any other person/organization named herein. The materials are for general information only. They are not a substitute for competent professional advice. Application of this information to a specific project should be reviewed by a registered architect and/or professional engineer/surveyor. Anyone making use of the information set forth herein does so at their own risk and assumes any and all resulting liability arising therefrom.