Undergraduate (BEng and MEng) and PGT (MSc) Unit Specification Template 2013-14

MACE68081 (Distance Learning) and 69081 (Direct Taught) – TURNAROUND MANAGEMENT

1. General information
Title TURNAROUND MANAGEMENT
Unit code MACE 68081/MACE 69081
Credit rating
Pre-requisite units None
Co-requisite units None
School responsible MACE
Co-ordinator Mr T Lenahan
Teaching staff. Mr T Lenahan

2. Aims
The unit aims to: develop the students’ understanding the main areas of activity, and
requirements of project management as it is applied to the discipline of Maintenance
Turnarounds

At the end of this module the student should be able to;

- Demonstrate an understanding of the theory and principles underlying the design,

organisation and operation of an effective Turnaround Management System

- Generate and justify selection of the most appropriate Turnaround processes and
options based on specific Turnaround workscope and the environment within which the
Turnaround system must operate

- Differentiate between the various elements of a Turnaround Management System and

integrate the various elements into a complete Model of Excellence for Turnaround
Management

3. Brief description of the unit and syllabus

Syllabus Outline:

1 Introduction to the concept of “Turnaround Management

2 The relationship between Business and Event Management
3 Exploring a Model of Excellence for Turnarounds
4 Turnaround initiation Planning and Scheduling requirements
5 Critical elements of the Turnaround model (Organisation, contractors, costs etc.)
6 Executing the Turnaround
7 Analysing results for continuous improvement

4. Intended learning outcomes

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General learning outcomes

Note: 1. The definitions of five key terms used in learning outcomes can be found in Section 2.2 of EABdoc3
2. Outcome codes ending in “m” relate to MEng; those ending “M” relate to MSc programmes.

Knowledge and understanding

Learning Outcome Students should be able to Delivered Assessed by
through
KU1: Demonstrate knowledge and
understanding of essential facts, Acquire and apply theoretical -Lectures -Workshop
concepts, theories and principles of principles and models as well as -Discussion Outcomes
practical knowledge (where
their engineering discipline, and its -Exercises -Examination
appropriate) of how Turnaround
underpinning science and processes relate internally -Workshop -Assignments
mathematics.

Appreciate how the Turnaround

integrates into the wider system -
-Lectures Workshop
KU2: Appreciate the wider maintenance function system,
multidisciplinary engineering context production department, business -Discussion Outcomes
and its underlying principles. management etc. -Exercises -Examination
-Workshop -Assignments

Understand the relationship between

KU3: Appreciate the social, effective Turnaround Management
environmental, ethical, economic and and the ability of the company to -Lectures Workshop
commercial considerations affecting generate profit and act responsibly -Discussion Outcomes
the exercise of their engineering as a component of the wider society -Exercises -Examination
judgement. -Workshop -Assignments

Intellectual Abilities
Learning Outcome Students should be able to Delivered Assessed by
through
IA1: Apply appropriate quantitative
Use formulae and graph to calculate Exercise
science and engineering tools to the Exercises
specific Turnaround requirements Results
analysis of problems.
Create and design process maps that
IA2: Demonstrate creative and
describe the detailed requirements -Lectures Workshop
innovative ability in the synthesis of
for specific elements within the -Workshops output
solutions and in formulating designs.
Turnaround process
IA3: Comprehend the broad picture Appreciate the totality of Turnaround -Exercises
and thus work with an appropriate process and its relationship to the Models -Workshops
level of detail. wider system in the context of Lectures
connectivity
Practical skills
Learning Outcome Students should be able to Delivered Assessed by
Possess practical skills from through
PS1: Using laboratory equipment
Not a feature of this Unit
and instruments.

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Working in teams to design specific

Workshop
PS2: Undertaking individual and outcomes for particular issues and Lectures
outcomes
group projects and design work. individually creating solutions to Workshops
Assignments
Turnaround issues
PS3: Participation in group working
Not a feature of this Unit
and a major project (MEng).
PS4: Use and development of
engineering software for design, Not a feature of this course
analysis and problem solving.
General transferable skills
Learning Outcome Students should be able to Delivered Assessed by
through
Prepare technical reports on specific
issues and carry out and report o Minor and
GT1: Communicate information Outcomes of
analysis and comparison of articles Major
accurately and effectively. assignemtns
containing contrary views on Assignments
organisational subjects
GT2: Work as an effective member
of an engineering team. Take part in daily extended
GT2M: The ability to exercise workshops where students work as
initiative and personal responsibility, Daily Outcome of
members of a team tasked with a
which may be as a team member or workshops workshops
specific outcome, Students take turns
leader and to take decisions in
complex and unpredictable as team leader, scribe and presenter.
situations.
GT3: Make effective use of general IT Make extensive use of the Internet Assignments
Assignment
facilities for information for research concerning Turnaround General
outcomes
management and retrieval. Management issues and approaches course work
GT4: Undertake independent Carry out research assignments to
learning as the foundation for encourage independent learning
lifelong learning/CPD. Assignment
Assignments
outcomes
GT5M: The ability to develop, Students are required to plan and
monitor and update a plan, to reflect organise their major assignment
a changing operating environment.
GT6M: The ability to monitor and
adjust a personal programme of Independent learning is an important
work on an on-going basis, and to element of this unit
learn independently.
The students ability to learn new
Responses to
GT7M: The ability to learn new concepts is tested by the
Conceptual models
theories, concepts, methods etc and introduction of and the discussion of
apply these in unfamiliar situations. Models (written and
a significant number of new concepts
verbal)
during the coursework

Specific Learning Outcomes in Engineering

Underpinning science and mathematics

Learning Outcome Students should be able to Delivered Assessed by
through

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US1: Knowledge and understanding

of scientific principles and
methodology necessary to underpin
their education in their engineering
discipline, to enable appreciation of Recognise the underlying principles
its scientific and engineering that guide and form the many
Workshop
context, and to support their processes that go to make up a -Lectures
Outcomes
understanding of historical, current, Turnaround system and the -Discussion
Examination
and future developments and overarching methodology required -Exercises
Assignments
technologies. for effective operation of the -Workshop
system. Also, theorise about future
US1m (for MEng) and US1M (for
developments in maintenance
MSc): A comprehensive
understanding of the scientific
principles of own and related
disciplines.
US2: Knowledge and understanding
of mathematical principles
necessary to underpin their
education in their engineering Recognise the mathematical
discipline and to enable them to principles required to calculate any
apply mathematical methods, tools outcomes required.
Workshop
and notations proficiently in the Lectures outcomes
analysis and solution of engineering Note – this module concerns the
-Discussion Examination
problems. elements of Turnaround
Assignments
Management, there relationships
US2m (for MEng): A comprehensive
and their connectivity, As such it
knowledge and understanding of
does not involve only minimal
mathematical and computer models
mathematics
relevant to the engineering
discipline, and an appreciation of the
their limitations.
US3: Ability to apply and integrate Recognise the role played by other -Lectures Workshop
knowledge and understanding of asset management disciplines in the -Discussion outcomes
other engineering disciplines to development of an effective -Exercises Examination
support study of their own Turnaround -Workshop Assignments
engineering discipline.
US3m (for MEng): An understanding
of concepts from a range of areas
including some outside engineering,
and the ability to apply them
effectively in engineering projects.
US3M: An understanding of
concepts relevant to the discipline,
some from outside engineering, and
the ability to critically evaluate and
apply them effectively.
US4m: An awareness of developing
technologies related to own
specialization.
US4M: A critical awareness of
current problems and/or new

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insights much of which is at, or

informed by, the forefront of the
specialisation.

Engineering Analysis
Learning Outcome Students should be able to Delivered Assessed by
through
E1: Understanding of engineering
principles and the ability to apply
them to analyse key engineering Analyse and comprehend the
processes. internal workings of key Turnaround Lectures
Assignment
processes and apply them to the Discussion
E1m and M: Ability to use outcomes
application of emergent Research
fundamental knowledge to
technologies in maintenance.
investigate new and emerging
technologies.
Demonstrate an understanding of
E2: Ability to identify, classify and the features of an effective
Workshop
describe the performance of Turnaround process through
Workshops and
systems and components through working with prepared scenarios
Assignments Assignment
the use of analytical methods and which present unfamiliar features
outcomes
modelling techniques. requiring analysis

E2m: Ability to extract data Computer based engineering tools

pertinent to an unfamiliar problem, are not within the scope of this unit.
and apply its solution using
computer based engineering tools
when appropriate.

E3: Ability to apply quantitative There are no strict “engineering “

methods and computer software problems addressed by this module
relevant to their engineering
discipline, to solve engineering
problems.
E3m and M: Ability to apply
mathematical and computer based
models for solving problems in
engineering, and the ability to assess
the limitations of particular cases.
E4: Understanding of and ability to
apply a systems approach to Apply the principles of this systems Assignments
Lectures
engineering problems. based course to Turnaround issues Examination

Design
Learning Outcome Students should be able to Delivered Assessed by
through

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Develop an understanding of the

D1: Investigate and define a specific HSE requirements
problem and identify constraints associated with Turnaround
including environmental and management
sustainability limitations, health and
safety and risk assessment issues.
D1m (for MEng): Wide knowledge
and comprehensive understanding
of design processes and
methodologies and the ability to
apply and adapt them in unfamiliar
situations.

Understand the relationship with

D2: Understand customer and user the operations and business Assignment
Lectures
needs and the importance of department (as recipients of the outcomes
Assignments
considerations such as aesthetics. output of Turnarounds) and the Examinations
reciprocal responsibilities involved.
Define the cost generators
D3: Identify and manage cost associated with Turnarounds and Lectures Assignment
drivers. work with a rational cost model in Discussions outcomes
order to estimate, control and Assignments Examination
record Turnaround Costs
D4: Use creativity to establish
innovative solutions. Workshop
Recommend solutions to specific
D4m (for MEng): Ability to generate Workshops and
maintenance problems and evaluate
an innovate design for products, Assignments assignment
them for cost/benefit and feasibility
systems, components or processes outcomes
to fulfill new needs.
D5: Ensure fitness for purpose for Apply a systemic solution to Workshop
all aspects of the problem including Lectures
problems which recognises the and
production, operation, maintenance Workshops
necessity to satisfy the needs of assignment
and disposal. Assignment
other departments outcomes
D6: Manage the design process and
The formal design process is not a
evaluate outcomes.
feature of this unit.

Economic, social, and environmental context

Learning Outcome Students should be able to Delivered Assessed by
through
S1: Knowledge and understanding
of commercial and economic Understand the economics of
context of engineering processes. Workshop
Turnarounds and the impact of Lectures
and
S1m (for MEng): The ability to make Turnaround costs (direct, indirect Discussions
Assignment
general evaluations of commercial and contingent) on the wider Workshops
outcomes
risks through some understanding of system.
the basis of such risks.
S2: Knowledge of management This unit touches on these elements
techniques which may be used to but is not extensive as it is not a
achieve engineering objectives major component of the Unit

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within that context.

S2m: Extensive knowledge and
understanding of management and
business practices, and their
limitations, and how these may be
applied appropriately to strategic
and tactical issues.
S3: Understanding of the
requirement for engineering
activities to promote sustainable Ditto
development.
S4: Awareness of the framework of
relevant legal requirements
governing engineering activities,
including personnel, health, safety, Ditto
and risk (including environmental
risk) issues.
S5: Understanding of the need for a Understand the need for a
high level of professional and ethical Assignment
Turnaround approach that serves Lectures
conduct in engineering. outcomes
the needs of the wider system

Learning Outcome
P1: Knowledge of characteristics of
particular materials, equipment,
processes, or products.
P1m : A thorough understanding of
current practice and its limitations
and some appreciation of likely new
developments.
P2: Workshop and laboratory skills.
P2m (for MEng): Extensive
knowledge and understanding of a
wide range of engineering materials
and components.
P3: Understanding of contexts in
which engineering knowledge can be
applied (e.g. operations and
management, technology
development, etc).
P4: Understanding use of technical
literature and other information
sources.
P5: Awareness of nature of
intellectual property and contractual
issues.
Engineering Practice
Students should be able to Delivered Assessed by
through
Not a feature of this Unit
Workshops are a feature of this
course and have been covered
previously but there is no laboratory
component and the Unit does not
include “materials and components”
Understand the relationships with
and the effect upon other
Lectures Exercise
departments of the company with
Exercises outcomes
regard to the effectiveness of the
Turnaround process
Carry out extensive web searches
Assignment
and analyse textbooks on the Web search
outcomes
subject
Not a feature of this particular unit.

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Understand the effect of legislation

on the Turnaround planning and
P6: Understanding of appropriate execution
codes of practice and industry Not formally
Lecture
standards. assessed
Not extensively covered in this
particular unit.

Understand the relationship

P7: Awareness of quality issues between quality assurance and Lecture Examination
quality control
P8: Ability to work with technical
uncertainty.
This course does not deal directly
Lecture Workshop
with “technical” uncertainty but the
P8m : Ability to apply engineering Discussion and
students must be able to understand
techniques taking account of a range Workshops Assignment
The uncertainties that are inherent
of commercial and industrial Assignments outcomes
in and central to Turnarounds
constraints.

5. Learning and teaching processes

Brief description Learning outcome(s) Approx hours
delivered by Learning of study time
Learning and Teaching process
and Teaching process (10 hours per
credit)
L1. Lectures Course materials as per the To understand the 22
course syllabus principles and concepts
of the Unit
L2. Academic tutorials
L3. Laboratory work
L4. Computer based
assignments
L5. Computer based tutorials Course content is available To enhance the learning Unknown
on Blackboard of the course material
L6. Individual project Major assignment To apply the course
processes and concepts
to a descriptive scenario
containing many
maintenance issues and
problems – and to
produce a written
report on same.
L7. Group project
L8. Practical training, e.g. Daily (team based) Practical hands on use 8
workshop or field course workshop based on that of the processes and
day’s presented material concepts of the unit to
test understanding
L9. Personal tutorials (with
personal tutor)
L10. Self study A manual is provided for self To gove a deeper Varies from
study – it contains a body of understanding of the student to

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information that backs up processes and concepts student

and enlarges the course covered by the unit
material

6. Feedback
Immediate verbal feedback on workshop outcomes,

Written feedback on assignments

7. Assessment
Duration Weighting
Assessment Brief description Learning outcome(s)
(hrs) if within unit
assessed
applicable (%)
A1. Unseen Series of questions on Understanding of the 2 hours 35
examination overall course content course material
A2. In class test Series of questions on Understanding of the 1 hour 15
specific material presented specific material
during the 5 day course presented
A3. Online quiz
A4. Assessed tutorial
work
A5. Written report Major assignment based on To assess the students Varies from 50
a written scenario describing understanding of the student to
a company’s approach to main concepts of the student
Turnarounds. course
A6. Oral
presentation
A7. Poster
A8. Practical
demonstration

8. Coursework deadlines
In course assignment – during the 5 day module at Manchester
Examination – Mid January
Major assignment – Mid January

9. Reading list

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Maintenance Organizations and Systems- Author Anthony Kelly ISBN0750636033

Various articles on Maintenance found on the Maintenance Resource Centre on the Web.

10. Last update

Date: 21.01.14 by: T Lenahan

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