- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Educates the student on the importance of managing operations across all industries by presenting the fundamentals in productivity improvement based on a systematic, scientific problem solving methods. Includes economic feasibility, recording techniques, assembly and analysis of data, critical examination, the development and selection of alternative solutions. Case materials explore applications to manufacturing, warehouse, office, materials management and general management. Students uncomfortable with basic algebra applications are encouraged to take OPMT 0199 prior to the course.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$544.81 - $586.85 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the operations function and the nature of the operations manager’s job.
- Describe the primary ways business organizations compete.
- Define the term productivity and explain its importance to organizations.
- Explain key issues in product and service design.
- Explain the importance of capacity planning.
- Describe basic processing operations.
- Describe basic layout types.
- Explain the importance of work design and methods analysis.
- Describe some of the major factors that affect location decisions.
- Explain why product / service quality is important.
- Describe TQM.
- Demonstrate the problem solving process and the use of the seven quality tools.
- Explain the need to manage the supply chain.
- Discuss the objectives of inventory management.
- Articulate the requirements for effective inventory management.
- Describe MRP/ERP/JIT and their application.
Effective as of Winter 2017
Related Programs
Operations Management Fundamentals (OPMT 1198) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Business + Media
- Business Administration
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Business Administration (General Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Global Studies Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Human Resources Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Management Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Analysis
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Business Management
Certificate Part-time
- Global Business Studies
Associate Certificate Part-time
- International Trade and Transportation Logistics
Certificate Part-time
- Operations Management (Facilities Management Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Operations Management (Industrial Engineering Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Operations Management (Management Engineering Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Operations Management (Materials Management Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Project Management
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Quality and Process Management
Certificate Part-time
School of Health Sciences
- Food Safety
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below are 13 offerings of OPMT 1198 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 51360
Dates
Sat Sep 07 - Sat Nov 23
- 12 weeks
- CRN 51360
- Domestic fees $572.56
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 07 - Nov 23 | Sat | 09:00 - 12:00 | Downtown DTC Rm. 794 |
Instructor
Amanda Dumont
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 51563
Dates
Sat Sep 07 - Sat Nov 23
- 12 weeks
- CRN 51563
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 34488
Dates
Mon Sep 09 - Mon Nov 25
- 12 weeks
- CRN 34488
- Domestic fees $582.84
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Nov 25 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Mark Bukata
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is asynchronous and does not require you to meet every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 46087
Dates
Mon Sep 09 - Mon Dec 09
- 11 weeks
- CRN 46087
- Domestic fees $571.76
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 09 | Mon | 18:30 - 21:45 | Online |
Instructor
Quang Tran
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class 30 Sept, 14 Oct and 11 Nov This is a synchronous online course and you will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies or more if it is a condensed course starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 30830
Dates
Tue Sep 10 - Tue Nov 26
- 12 weeks
- CRN 30830
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Nov 26 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 422 |
Instructor
Amanda Dumont
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 47058
Dates
Tue Sep 10 - Tue Nov 26
- 12 weeks
- CRN 47058
- Domestic fees $571.76
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Nov 26 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Instructor
Remi Trepanier
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This is a synchronous online course and you will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies or more if it is a condensed course starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 50655
Dates
Tue Sep 10 - Tue Nov 26
- 12 weeks
- CRN 50655
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Nov 26 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 298 |
Instructor
Akbar Zuberi
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 51357
Dates
Tue Sep 10 - Tue Nov 26
- 12 weeks
- CRN 51357
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Nov 26 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SW09 Rm. 117 |
Instructor
Cory Thickett
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 46086
Dates
Wed Sep 11 - Wed Nov 27
- 12 weeks
- CRN 46086
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11 - Nov 27 | Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SW09 Rm. 117 |
Instructor
Stuart East
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 51491
Dates
Wed Sep 11 - Wed Nov 27
- 12 weeks
- CRN 51491
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11 - Nov 27 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:00 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 207 |
Instructor
Mark Robinson
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 45504
Dates
Thu Sep 12 - Thu Nov 28
- 12 weeks
- CRN 45504
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
Instructor
Cory Thickett
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 50109
Dates
Thu Sep 12 - Thu Nov 28
- 12 weeks
- CRN 50109
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
Instructor
Stuart East
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 51562
Dates
Thu Sep 12 - Thu Nov 28
- 12 weeks
- CRN 51562
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Winter 2025
Below are 10 offerings of OPMT 1198 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 91767
Dates
Sat Jan 04 - Sat Mar 22
- 12 weeks
- CRN 91767
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 04 - Mar 22 | Sat | 09:00 - 12:00 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 109 |
Instructor
Amanda Dumont
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
CRN 92676
Dates
Sat Jan 04 - Sat Mar 22
- 12 weeks
- CRN 92676
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 04 - Mar 22 | Sat | 09:00 - 12:00 | Burnaby |
Instructor
Mario Porras
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
CRN 73031
Dates
Mon Jan 06 - Mon Mar 24
- 12 weeks
- CRN 73031
- Domestic fees $544.81
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 24 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Mark Bukata
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is asynchronous, and does not require you to meet each and every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
CRN 87377
Dates
Mon Jan 06 - Mon Mar 31
- 12 weeks
- CRN 87377
- Domestic fees $544.81
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 31 | Mon | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Instructor
Remi Trepanier
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class Feb 17 This is a synchronous online course and you will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies or more if it is a condensed course starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
CRN 12019
Dates
Tue Jan 07 - Tue Mar 25
- 12 weeks
- CRN 12019
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Mar 25 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 404 |
Instructor
Amanda Dumont
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
CRN 87434
Dates
Tue Jan 07 - Tue Mar 25
- 12 weeks
- CRN 87434
- Domestic fees $544.81
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Mar 25 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Instructor
Quang Tran
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This is a synchronous online course, and you will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies or more if it is a condensed course starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
CRN 92647
Dates
Tue Jan 07 - Tue Mar 25
- 12 weeks
- CRN 92647
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Mar 25 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby |
Instructor
Cory Thickett
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
CRN 92599
Dates
Wed Jan 08 - Wed Mar 26
- 12 weeks
- CRN 92599
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 08 - Mar 26 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:00 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 282 |
Instructor
Mark Robinson
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
CRN 92598
Dates
Thu Jan 09 - Thu Mar 27
- 12 weeks
- CRN 92598
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 09 - Mar 27 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 112 |
Instructor
Cory Thickett
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
CRN 92646
Dates
Thu Jan 09 - Thu Mar 27
- 12 weeks
- CRN 92646
- Domestic fees $586.85
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 09 - Mar 27 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:00 | Burnaby |
Instructor
Mark Robinson
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.