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ISAT 435. Lean Six Sigma Applications


Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 000488

This course focuses on applying lean and Six Sigma in industry with an emphasis on selection and application of tools in a production or supply chain environment. Students will learn to map and model business processes, analyze these processes, and implement and document the improved process. Lean topics include standardized work, just-in-time production, value stream mapping and jidoka. Six Sigma topics include ishikawa diagrams, hypothesis testing, quality function deployment, process sigma calculation and control plans. Prerequisite(s): ISAT 433  or permission of instructor.