Manufacturing isn't just assembly lines—it’s about process, safety, and good design. This course offers a structured overview of manufacturing principles, from production basics to industry-specific GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) for pharmaceuticals and food. You'll also cover modern elements like automation and environmentally friendly tools.
Each module explores the balance between quality, safety, and efficiency, including facility layout, safety procedures, and machining design. It’s the kind of knowledge that makes "how it’s made" less of a mystery and more of a plan.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the principles of effective and poor manufacturing systems.
- Explore industry-specific safety standards and risk considerations.
- Learn how GMP applies to food and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Recognise design elements in facility and machine layout.
- Identify eco-conscious tools used in sustainable manufacturing.
- Examine automated systems and machining processes in detail.
Who is this Course For:
- Engineering students exploring automated manufacturing principles.
- Quality staff reviewing GMP and design techniques.
- Factory supervisors focused on safety and productivity.
- Food or pharma professionals reviewing manufacturing guidelines.
- Maintenance staff supporting environmentally sound equipment.
- Production line staff seeking a wider process understanding.
- Designers working in facility or tooling planning.
- Anyone curious about smarter, safer manufacturing systems.
Career Path:
- Manufacturing Technician – £26,000–£34,000 per year
- Production Planner – £28,000–£40,000 per year
- Quality Control Officer – £25,000–£36,000 per year
- GMP Compliance Assistant (Pharma) – £27,000–£42,000 per year
- Facility Layout Designer – £30,000–£48,000 per year
- Automation Support Engineer – £35,000–£50,000 per year
