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Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt
20-623-12
Certificate (C)
17 Credits
Not Financial Aid Eligible
Locations*:
Appleton, Online
*If general education courses are required, they may be available at multiple locations.
Lean Six Sigma drives operational excellence by reducing waste, eliminating defects and reducing variation in processes in any industry such as manufacturing, health care, business and service. This certificate covers the lean and statistical tools used to identify opportunities and make improvements, and introduces the elements of a successful culture of continuous improvement.
COURSE LIST
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Course list for reference only. Current students please refer to your individualized program plan or see your advisor.
**Outside effort hours are an estimate based on state standards, and may vary from person to person.
Technical Studies
(17 Credits)
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Applied Statistical Analysis 1
10-623-137
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10623137
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Covers the application of statistical methods used to make decisions based on data. Examples include measurement system analysis, control charts, and capability analysis.
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ANY of the following options:
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Applied Statistical Analysis 2
10-623-138
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10623138
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Continues the statistical methods covered in Applied Statistical Analysis 1. Topics include hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and designed experiments.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
OR ALL of the following:
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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Problem Solving Methodologies
10-623-157
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10623157
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Covers structured problem solving methodologies including Six Sigma, 8D, and PDSA used to identify true root causes and implement effective corrective actions. The application of individual quality tools and techniques to support these methodologies is also covered.
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Project Application
10-623-165
3Credit
54
108
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10623165
- Credits: 3.00
Satisfies the final requirement of Six Sigma Green Belt certificate. The student shows mastery of the Six Sigma methodology through improvement of an existing process in the workplace.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ANY of the following options:
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Lean Events
10-623-191
3Credit
54
108
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10623191
- Credits: 3.00
Introduces the culture and outlines the characteristics of an organization that has embraced lean principles. Provides details of planning and facilitating process improvement events, including value stream mapping.
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Lean Tools
10-623-195
2Credit
36
72
- Instructional Hours: 36
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10623195
- Credits: 2.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Introduces useful tools to use when implementing Lean in your organization. Major course topics include team building, lean tools and project management.