Certificate in Work Study - NVQ Level 4

Every garment factory strives to improve its efficiency and productivity in order to facilitate profitability and growth. Work-Study is a critical strategy to achieve these goals. Therefore, knowledge of Work Study is essential for all production and planning staff.

What areas in production management can we make more effective and efficient with application of Work study?

• Layout Development
• Setting of Targets
• Line Balancing
• Target Monitoring
• Costing
• Capacity Planning
• Sub Contract Planning
• Production Scheduling
• Bundle Systems
• Manpower Allocation
• Attachment Usage
• Machine Development

The course has been designed to enable the participants to gain a comprehensive knowledge in Work Study and its applications. The course is ideally suitable for:

• Work Study personnel and those aspiring to be in Work Study
• Production staff interested in advancing their careers
• Planning & Merchandising staff eager to make a greater contribution to the institution.

Course Content

Introduction

Introduction to Work Study

Work Study & Productivity

Working Conditions & Environment

Ergonomics

Skill Inventorying & Skill Development Planning

Method Study

Professional Approach to Method Study

Detailed & Systematic Process of Method Improvement

Work Floor Improvements

Work Place Improvements

Principles of Motion Economy

Method Improvement in Office

Handling & Transportation

Line Balancing

Pitch Time & Control Limit Calculation

Layout Planning 

Work Measurement

Techniques of Work Measurement

Time Study Procedures

Calculation of S. M. V.

Pre Determined Time Motion Systems

G. S. D.

Sew Easy

Work Sampling (Activity Sampling)

Work Study Calculations

SMV & Target Determination

Efficiency Calculations

Capacity Determination

Manpower and Machine Requirements

Production Planning 

Duration       : 6 Months

Medium        : Mixed ( English/Sinhala )

Schedule       : Every Sunday from 9.00am to 1.30pm

Entry Requirements : 

GCE (O/L) including Maths & English OR Six months’ work experience in the apparel industry 

Easy Payment Plan :

Registration Fees : Rs. 7,500 and

Course Fee     : Initial Payment (1st month) : Rs. 10,000 + 10,000 x 5 Instalments = Rs. 60,000

Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) of 2.5 % would be charged on all above fees. 

Lectures will be supplemented with video films, method improvement simulations.

On successful completion of the course, students are awarded with a Certificate which is highly recognized in the Garment Industry for employment.