RLA Lessons

Lesson Purpose

The purpose of this lesson is to inform students on what lean manufacturing is, the history of lean manufacturing, and the “5s” methodology that is utilized in today’s manufacturing processes to operate at peak efficiency.

Lesson Objectives

At the end of this lesson, students will be able to:      

• Discuss the history of lean manufacturing
• Describe what the “5s” system is
• Apply the “5s” system to real world examples  
• Work successfully with peers to accomplish goals

Student Target

“I know how to apply the 5s system to real world lean manufacturing examples in the workplace.”

CCR Standards

Reading

• Reading Anchor 3

  Analyze how and why individuals, events, and ideas develop and interact over the course of a text. (Apply this standard to texts of appropriate complexity as outlined by Standard 10.)

Lead CCR Level Specific Standards

Supporting CCR Level Specific Standards

KYAE Employability Standards

• E.5

  E.5 Utilize resources responsibly.

• E.6

  E.6 Identify and effectively use skills and materials needed for a particular task.

• E.8

  E.8 Interact with others in a professional manner.