Homework

Complete the following problems from Module B in your textbook. The Homework Problems grading rubric is posted in Doc Sharing—refer to the Homework Problems Rubricdocument.

• Problem B.1

• Problem B.2

Submit your assignment to the Dropbox, located at the top of this page. For instructions on how to use the Dropbox, read these step-by-step instructions.

See the Syllabus section "Due Dates for Assignments & Exams" for due date information.

Concept Paper: Linear Programming Concept Paper

Submit a Linear Programming Concept Paper about the following.

1. The two types of linear programming discussed

2. Five examples of LP applications

3. Four requirements for LP problems

4. ISO profit solution method

5. Corner point solution method

The Linear Programming Concept Paper grading rubric is posted in Doc Sharing—refer to the Linear Programming Concept Paper Rubric document.

Submit your lab to the Dropbox, located at the top of this page. For instructions on how to use the Dropbox, read these step-by-step instructions.

See the Syllabus section "Due Dates for Assignments & Exams" for due date information.

Software

If you haven't done so already, click the links below to download and install extras to aid you with the course assignments. These add-ons can often help you understand some of the quantitative methods used in operations management, but they are not a substitute for understanding how to solve a particular problem.

It is always recommended that you, whenever possible, set up individual problems in order to facilitate the learning process. The textbook provides some excellent examples and worked solutions for you to follow. Remember, your professor is always available to answer any questions you might have.

If you download these files, you will need to do this only once during this course.

• POM for Windows has been designed to help you understand the quantitative methods in operations management.

• Excel OM is a Microsoft Excel add-on for operations management.