Manufacturing Quality Control

Catalog description

This course introduces statistical quality control and quality assurance techniques in manufacturing processes. Topics include: fundamentals of Six Sigma methodology, creating customer focus, statistical control techniques, control charts, process capability, failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), teams and teamwork, leadership and strategic planning, optimization and reliability studies, lean manufacturing, and inspection tools and practices. The course is an effective training aid for those preparing to take the American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) examination. Students will perform lab exercises applying quality concepts, tools and techniques to realistic industry examples