Six Sigma Methodology

Catalog description

Techniques for structured problem-solving to improve the quality and cost of products and processes. I E 436 Six Sigma Methodology (3) Six Sigma is a structured, quantitative approach to improving the quality and cost of products and processes. It provides a framework for quality improvement that builds upon statistical tools to achieve business results. Although statistical techniques are emphasized throughout, the course has a strong engineering and management orientation that will prepare students for synthesizing the material that comprises the Six Sigma body of knowledge. Important aspects of the Six Sigma approach include a strong focus on the customer, proactive management, fact-based decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaborations. The course objectives are: (1) to give students a fundamental understanding of and experience with solving a problem using the structured problem-solving approach of Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control (DMAIC); (2) to provide an opportunity for students to solve or be involved with solving business problems with statistical tools; and (3) to help students build confidence in their business sense and statistical skills.