Mastering the Seven Quality Tools (with Microsoft Excel)

A Deep Dive into the theory and application of the 7 Quality Tools for root cause analysis and continuous improvement.

What you’ll learn
Understand and apply the Seven Quality Tools
Learn the fundamental tools of problem solving and root cause analysis
The Scatter Plot, Histogram, Pareto Diagram, Control Chart, and much more
Essential elements of the Six Sigma Improvement Process
The Seven Quality Tools with Real World Applications
Linear Regression and Predictive Modeling in Excel using your Scatter Plot
Use Pivot Tables to Build Pareto Diagrams
A Useful Checklist Template called the “Containment Checklist”
Rapidly Build Flowcharts in Excel

Requirements
Experience in the manufacturing or service industries
Desire to improve problem solving skills
Basic organizational skills
Some experience in Excel is helpful

Description
This course provides an in-depth review of the Seven Quality Tools. Manufacturing and service industry professionals, quality technicians and auditors, and industrial engineers will all benefit from understanding these tools. Once mastered, they will serve as the foundation for your root cause analyses, problem solving sessions, and continuous improvement projects.

The tools covered in this course include:

Cause and effect diagram

Check sheet

Control chart

Histogram

Pareto chart

Scatter diagram

Flow Chart

In addition to the theory and concepts, this class also examines several real-world applications of the Seven Quality Tools AND a few more advanced topics using Microsoft Excel. Several Excel templates included with the class.

Also, if you are preparing for the Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Technician (CQT), or Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) exam through the American Society for Quality (ASQ), or your Six Sigma Green Belt exam through any of several different organizations, this course will provide an excellent survey of the Seven Quality Tools plus other topics relevant to those certifications.

“Your Control Chart series has been extremely helpful in assisting me with my PMP exam prep.” – Judith R.

“This is an excellent tutorial for beginners and people who are new to the manufacturing world. It is often overlooked in the production world today.” – Ann W.

“Great content and examples contained in this course. This is my 3rd class from Ray Harkins, and have picked up useful tools to use from each. Thanks!” – Ken C.

“The course is easy to understand for beginners, each and every tool is well explained with examples and every person who attend this course can easily implement the tools on live projects.” – Hari B.

“One of the best courses I have taken so far!!!!!!” – Rushanth G.

Who this course is for:
Quality Professionals
Manufacturing Supervisors
Manufacturing Engineers
Quality Technicians
Anyone studying for their CQE, CQIA, CQT or 6-Sigma Green Belt exams
Industrial Engineers
Problem Solvers