Problem-solving works best when a systematic approach is taken. The third step in the problem-solving process is to evaluate and choose solutions. In this module, you’ll discover how you can narrow...
Problem-solving works best when a systematic approach is taken. The third step in the problem-solving process is to evaluate and choose solutions. In this module, you’ll discover how you can narrow...
Just because you’ve chosen a solution and implemented it doesn’t mean that you’ve solved your problem. You need to conduct ongoing monitoring of major milestones as well as evaluate the end results...
Bad decisions happen for many reasons. In this module, you’ll discover mental blocks that can prevent you from successfully solving a problem. You’ll also learn about common problem-solving ...
Most people are involved in projects at work, either as a project team member or a project leader. Learning about project management will give you the skills you need to be more successful when ...
Before digging into the details of how to build and execute a project plan, it’s a good idea to understand the fundamental components of a project.
Learning Objectives
Differentiate ...
The project initiation phase is a time for gathering information, so you have a clear understanding of the project and the expected result.
Learning Objectives
Explain the purpose and ...
Creating a detailed project plan helps you to think about the steps
you must take to execute the project. It also helps you anticipate and plan for
unexpected occurrences that might prevent you ...
During the execution phase, the project team works together to create the project deliverables. You use the work breakdown structure, project schedule, communication plan, and other plans you ...
The project manager is responsible for guiding the project through the different project management phases, keeping the project on track, and achieving the project goals.
Learning Objectives
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Most people are involved in projects at work, either as a project team member or a project leader. Learning about project management will give you the skills you need to be more successful when ...
Quality is a term that is mentioned often, but what does it really mean? This course defines terms, like quality and Total Quality Management (TQM), and how these terms apply to manufacturing ...
International standards are a way of overcoming technical barriers to global trade. The most prominent organization that develops these standards is the International Organization for ...
Standards organizations develop, coordinate, distribute, revise, issue, interpret, and otherwise produce standards intended to address the needs of affected adopters.
Learning ObjectivesDefine ...
Implementing a quality system requires a support organization that spans the entire company. The organizational structure reflects the company structure and the requirements of the products being ...
Quality assurance is a company-wide effort with responsibilities extending to every employee. Within a company’s quality program, there are a few basic roles with responsibilities that must be ...
Quality is based on the wants, needs, and expectations of the customer. In this course, you will be introduced to the concepts of product quality, the types of customers and how to meet their ...
Producing quality products costs money. Where the company spends money producing quality products is an indicator of their commitment to the customer and to the long-term sustainability of the ...
Quality planning, quality control, and quality improvement are essential to the success of a quality program. Organizations that are serious about quality have robust quality management systems to ...
The heart of any quality system is documentation. Documents tell you how and when to perform tasks, and they also serve as a permanent record that the tasks were completed. In this course, you will...
Corrective and preventive actions are designed to eliminate the causes of nonconformities. They are a requirement of ISO 9000 and many other quality systems.
Learning ObjectivesExplain the ...
Statistical Process Control, or SPC, is a quality control methodology that uses statistics to predict variation in processes. Developed in the 1920s, SPC is widely used by manufacturing companies ...
Probability and variations are the foundation of SPC. The mathematical rules of probability can help to accurately predict the variation in any process.
Learning ObjectivesIdentify the different ...
The control chart is a tool used in Statistical Process Control to determine if a manufacturing process is in a state of statistical control. Control charts achieve this by comparing real-time ...
Analyzing the data on your control chart will help you keep your processes in a state of statistical control. This course provides a few rules and guidelines that will help you identify potential ...
Process capability is a measure of the ability of a process to produce products that meet or exceed the engineering requirements. It is the standard for evaluating the statistical capability of a ...
Problem solving tools are used to identify the root causes of problems in a process. They are designed to create a methodical path towards problem resolution.
Learning ObjectivesList the seven ...
Problem solving is one of the most difficult things you will ever do. It requires a strong mind, willpower, and knowledge of problem solving processes to get to the root cause of difficult problems...
Robotics is the study of the design, construction, and operation of robots. Robots have become an integral part in the automation of many industries.
Learning ObjectivesList common tasks of ...
Robots are used in many industrial applications. Every application presents both unique and common safety concerns. Understanding these safety concerns helps reduce the chance of injury to yourself...
The manipulator of an articulated robot is capable of reaching any point within its maximum envelope from different directions. Understanding how these points are defined is important for anyone ...
The manipulator is the component of the robot that performs the actual work of the system. Understanding the components and limitations of the manipulator is important for anyone working with a ...
The robot controller and end effector are important components of the robot system. Identifying different end effectors and the components of the controller is important information for anyone ...
A robot requires a program to operate automatically. Understanding the required format, terms, and information of a robot program is important for many personnel working with a robot.
Learning ...
Understanding the different applications an industrial robot may perform is important for anyone working with robots.
Learning ObjectivesList welding processes performed by industrial robotsList ...
Before the 1970s, workplace accidents were common. The OSH Act was the first national standard to address workplace health and safety. This act created the Occupational Safety and Health ...
Conducting a thorough job hazard analysis can make work a much safer place for employees. OSHA inspections also help prevent dangers and protect workers. However, workplace safety is not only ...
Emergencies are never expected, and chaos can quickly ensue. That is why it is important to establish an emergency action plan before a crisis occurs. When an emergency does happen, someone needs ...
Personal protective equipment (PPE) plays an important role in worker safety. Worn properly, personal protective equipment can minimize your exposure to many workplace hazards.
Learning ...
Many workplace injuries are the result of eye and face hazards. Flying shards, chemicals, and bright light are just a few examples of workplace hazards that can cause injury.Learning ...
