Lean Six Sigma
Description
An introduction to Lean Six Sigma, which will both explain the concepts and use of the techniques. Students will be introduced to the statistical concepts and tools used in Six Sigma
Learning Outcomes
Explain the DMAIC steps in Six Sigma. Describe lean engineering, Six Sigma and the Theory of Constrains. Describe the origins and ethical considerations of Lean and Six sigma.
Use 'Define' phase tools to decide on the process improvement of a Six Sigma project
Determine the current performance using a variety of 'Measure' tools
Use the 'Analyse' tools, including inferential statistics to determine the issues to be addressed.
Use the 'Improve' tools, to experiment and assess the process optimisation.
'Control' the process to verify the variances are corrected, select appropriate statistical process control (SPC) techniques.