The McGill University Value Engineering Workshop provides a unique forum for the interaction of students and industry towards solving a real world problem given by a company. All participants learn the value engineering (VE) methodology, but mostly they learn cooperation and a team approach to solving problems. The mutual exposure raises the engineering professionalism of the students, provides solutions to problems for companies, and contributes to the education process. Companies of all sizes have participated in the workshop over the years, obtaining significant value enhancement to product design, manufacturing processes and services, as well as learning the VE methodology. Typical VE projects are described and some pedagogical benefits of the way the course is organized are given.
Programme: The VE Workshop at McGill University - Benefits for Students and Industry
Tips and Techniques to lead virtual VE studies, maintain the energy of the team and create connections.
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The Ministry of Transportation recently launched a new VA training strategy to:
The response has been overwhelming with requests for the training Ontario Public Service wide.
Learn what MTO is doing differently; why the course earned a gold medal from the Canadian Society of Training and Development; and how you can do the same for your organization.
Programme: Value Analysis in Action - Launching a new approach to VA training