Course Description
This course will focus on the fundamentals of Six Sigma and Lean methods of continuous improvement. The goal of this course is to give you a basic understanding of the Six Sigma methodology. You will interpret Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control (DMAIC) phases of Six Sigma used for innovative problem solving.
Method of Evaluation for Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
Certification is based on class assignments completion, and participation. Each certification candidate is required to pass a written examination that consists of multiple-choice questions that measure the comprehension of the Six Sigma Body of Knowledge. The Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt examination is a one-part, 75-question, exam and is offered in English. The Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification accredited by the Council for Six Sigma is awarded to all who successfully complete the course with an overall class assignment completion and participation score of 70% and pass the final exam with a grade of 70%. Students who do not meet both criteria will not be awarded a Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
Distribution of Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
All who have met all evaluation criteria will receive a physical certificate through one of the following means. Each certificate will have certification number, date, instructor signature, Charter Oak State College logo and Council for Six Sigma logo. Students will receive the certification via Charter Oak email. (3 credits)
Prerequisite
- None
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:
- Understand Six Sigma methodology.
- Identify Lean principles to include eliminating waste and improving process flow.
- Acquire skills to collect, analyze and interpret data.
- Develop strategies for fostering a culture of continuous improvement that combines systematic rigor of Six Sigma with adaptive nature of innovation.
Course Activities and Grading
| Assignments | Points | Weight |
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Discussions (Weeks 1, 3, 5, 7) | 100 | 10% |
Assignment Exercises (Weeks 1, 3, 4, 5 & 6) | 300 | 30% |
Journal Entries (Weeks 1-8) | 200 | 20% |
Essay Papers (Weeks 2, 7) | 100 | 10% |
Final Exam (Week 8) | 300 | 30% |
Total | 1000 | 100% |
Required Textbooks
- This course uses Open Educational Resources (OER). OER are openly licensed, educational resources that can be used for teaching, learning and research. OER may consist of a variety of resources such as textbooks, videos and software that are no cost for students.
- The textbook used for this course is Council for Six Sigma Certification: Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification Manual 2018
Course Schedule
Week | SLOs | Readings and Exercises | Assignments |
1 | 1,2 | Topics: Lean Six Sigma Introduction
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2 | 1,2,4 | Topics: Six Sigma Team Dynamics; DMAIC Roadmap; A3/Executive Summary & How to Pick a Project
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3 | 1,2,3 | Topics: (D) Define
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4 | 1,2,3 | Topic: (M) Measure
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5 | 1,2,3 | Topic: (A) Analyze
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6 | 1,2,3,4 | Topic: (I) Improve
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7 | 4 | Topics: (C) Control; Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) & Design Thinking
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8 | 1,2,3,4 | Topics: DMAIC Methodology Application; Survey; Six Sigma Certification
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Final Exam SLOs 1-4 |
COSC Accessibility Statement
Charter Oak State College encourages students with disabilities, including non-visible disabilities such as chronic diseases, learning disabilities, head injury, attention deficit/hyperactive disorder, or psychiatric disabilities, to discuss appropriate accommodations with the Office of Accessibility Services at OAS@charteroak.edu.
COSC Policies, Course Policies, Academic Support Services and Resources
Students are responsible for knowing all Charter Oak State College (COSC) institutional policies, course-specific policies, procedures, and available academic support services and resources. Please see COSC Policies for COSC institutional policies, and see also specific policies related to this course. See COSC Resources for information regarding available academic support services and resources.