Themes of the Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design (MPD)
As part of your Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design (MPD) your learning will focus on three main themes:
Product design and material science considers the process of manufacturing a product from initial design and raw materials to the sale and marketing of the finished product. You will learn about how future product development can only be successful with a detailed knowledge of manufacturing technology. You will also gain an insight into the combination of science and design that leads to innovation and new products, as well as consider sustainability and waste reduction.
Business and enterprise introduces you to how manufacturing works from a business perspective. You will take part in a range of business and enterprise activities and gain practical experience of how the manufacturing industry works. You will explore a range of business activities across all areas of manufacturing and consider the importance of manufacturing in relation to the local, national and global economy.
Production systems looks at the implementation and improvement of manufacturing techniques, as well as working practices. You will be given an insight into the production methods for manufacturing a range of products and develop an understanding of the skills, techniques and processes needed to turn ideas into reality. This theme also focuses on quality assurance and continuous improvement techniques.
