Covers topics from PPC fundamentals to advanced planning techniques.
Production Planning and Control (PPC) is the backbone of efficient manufacturing. Among the standard literature on this subject, the textbook by Dr. S.K. Mukhopadhyay is highly regarded by engineering students and operations professionals alike. Covers topics from PPC fundamentals to advanced planning
The open education movement has made great strides in providing high-quality, peer-reviewed textbooks for free online. , hosted by the University of Minnesota, is an excellent starting point. While it may not have a book by Mukhopadhyay, it offers free PDFs of other engineering and technology textbooks under Creative Commons licenses, which legally allow for free sharing and use. , hosted by the University of Minnesota, is
However, some readers have noted limitations. One reviewer on Amazon’s US site commented that the book is “just for students” and “theoretical, no practical implication,” while observing that it does not mention lean setup or the Theory of Constraints. Another critical review (on a Chinese platform) pointed to errors in certain formulas and ambiguous explanations, particularly regarding the SPT (Shortest Processing Time) rule. These critiques suggest that while the book is excellent for learning foundational concepts and Indian case studies, readers seeking advanced lean manufacturing content may need supplementary resources. The book covers topics such as:
It is structured specifically to aid students in understanding complex production concepts.
S.K. Mukhopadhyay, PhD, formerly Professor at the National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE) in Mumbai, had a brilliant academic career. He won numerous awards, including the university gold medal for obtaining first rank in his master’s degree examination. Beyond his academic achievements, Dr. Mukhopadhyay excelled as an administrator and industrial consultant of international repute, regularly contributing articles to national and international journals. His extensive practical experience informs the case‑study approach of his textbook, making theoretical concepts accessible and immediately applicable.
S.K. Mukhopadhyay's book on Production Planning and Control provides a comprehensive coverage of the concepts and techniques of production planning and control. The book covers topics such as: