Lean Six Sigma is a data-driven approach to problem solving, focusing on process improvement through waste and defect reduction–and almost always resulting in cost savings. The methodology utilizes a blend of both the Lean and Six Sigma tool sets. It follows a structured sequence of problem solving techniques to arrive at a solution.

Cincinnati State’s boot camp course implements elements of traditional model of Six Sigma training and certification. Our course helps students to begin to develop into Lean Six Sigma practitioners – not just theorists or academics. The accelerated delivery format allows students to complete certification requirements faster than traditional Six Sigma and Lean training programs.

The primary objective of this course is to prepare you to successfully pass the IASSC™ Green Belt ExamThe cost of the exam is included in the course fee. 

​This is a college credit bearing course (two credit-hours), and may be eligible for your employer's tuition reimbursement program.

Course Outline:   

WEEK 1

Introduction:

• Intro to LSS: What is LSS, How was it developed and why
• Various LSS Roadmaps (DMAIC, DMEDI)
• What is Waste (8 types)
• What makes a good LSS project What does a LSS organization look like (roles and responsibilities)
• LSS Project selection and prioritization
• Case Study

Define:

• What is Define?
• Project Chartering Defect and Success Criteria Definition
• SIPOC: Identifying KPI’s / KPO’s
• Hearing the Four Voices: (VOC, VOP, VOE, VOB)
• Operational Definitions
• Define Tollgate

 Measure:

• What is Measure?
• Swimlane Process Mapping (VSM light)
• Measuring your process 1. Data 101 (Continuous vs. Attribute)
• Measures of Central Tendency and Variation /Descriptive Statistics
• Data Collection
• Defect Segmentation
• Pareto, Bar and Histogram Charts
• Non Value Added Analysis
• Measurement Systems Analysis
• Measure Tollgate

 WEEK 2

 Analyze

• What is Analyze?
• How to conduct a Root Cause Analysis
• Ishikawa Fishbone (Cause and Effect Analysis)
• Cause and Effect Matrix
• Root Cause Prioritization
• Analyze Tollgate

Improve

• What is Improve?
• Solution Identification
• Solution Selection Matrix
• Future state process Map
• FMEA
• Process Piloting Improve Tollgate

WEEK 3 

Control

• What is Control?
• Control Charts
• Control Plans
• Process Management Plan
• Control Tollgate

 Sustain

• What is Sustain?
• Hypothesis Testing
• Sustain Tollgate

IASSC™ Green Belt Exam

Required Text for the Class - included with registration

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