This course is part of the Six Sigma Green Belt Specialization

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Six Sigma Green Belt SpecializationUniversity System of Georgia

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This course is for you if you are looking to dive deeper into Six Sigma or strengthen and expand your knowledge of the basic components of green belt level of Six Sigma and Lean. Six Sigma skills are widely sought by employers both nationally and internationally. These skills have been proven to help improve business processes and performance. This course will take you deeper into the principles and tools associated with the "Improve" and "Control" phases of the DMAIC structure of Six Sigma.
It is highly recommended that you complete the "Yellow Belt Specialization"  and the courses "Six Sigma and the Organization (Advanced)," "Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phase," and "Six Sigma Advanced Analyze Phase" before beginning this course.

In this course, your instructors will introduce you to, and have you apply, some of the tools and metrics that are critical components of Six Sigma. This course will provide you with the advanced knowledge of root cause analysis, lean tools, control plan, process control, and statistical process control (SPC) as they are associated with Six Sigma and Lean. 

Every module will include readings, videos, and quizzes to help make sure you understand the material and concepts that are studied. 

Registration includes online access to course content, projects, and resources but does not include the companion text The Certified Six Sigma Green Belt Handbook (2nd edition). The companion text is NOT required to complete the assignments. However, the text is a recognized handbook used by professionals in the field. Also, it is a highly-recommended text for those wishing to move forward in Six Sigma and eventually gain certification from professional agencies such as American Society for Quality (ASQ).

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Intermediate Level

Approx. 9 hours to complete

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Flexible deadlines

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Includes hands on learning projects.

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Course 4 of 4 in the

Six Sigma Green Belt Specialization

Intermediate Level

Approx. 9 hours to complete

English

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David Cook, PhD

Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology

Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology

190,763 Learners

14 Courses

Bill Bailey, PhD

Assistant Professor of Industrial Engineering

Department of Systems and Industrial Engineering

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8 Courses

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University System of Georgia

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week1

Week 1

3 hours to complete

Root Cause Analysis

In this module, Dr. Bill Bailey will cover root cause analysis, which includes the 7-step model, counter measure, and "single-minute exchange of die" (SMED). This module also begins with a Yellow Belt Refresher Area, since some learners may have entered this course without having taken the previous belt material. This refresher area does not serve as a "replacement" for taking the material. It is only a "patch" for those who already have some knowledge of six sigma, but find the yellow belt specialization to be too introductory for their current situation. If you find yourself struggling with the green belt material in this course, it is highly recommended that you travel through the yellow belt specialization before attempting the green belt content.

3 hours to complete

12 videos (Total 51 min), 5 readings, 2 quizzes

12 videos

Yellow Belt Refresher Area Explained1mPurpose of Lean5mCause and Effect Diagrams1m5 Whys4mFMEA - pt15mFMEA - pt25mFMEA - pt36mIntroduction1m7-Step Model4mMore Tools for Root Cause4mCounter Measures4mSingle-minute Exchange of Die (SMED)5m

5 readings

Highly-Recommended Text10mIntroduction - Recommended Reading10m7-Step Model - Recommended Reading10mCounter Measures - Recommended Reading10mSMED - Recommended Reading10m

2 practice exercises

Root Cause Analysis Practice Quiz30mRoot Cause Analysis Graded Quiz30m

Week2

Week 2

3 hours to complete

Lean Tools

In this module, Dr. Bill Bailey will cover a more advance use of lean tools, including a look at the lean philosophy, lean goals, and lean systems. You will also be exposed to three important case studies. This module also begins with a Yellow Belt Refresher Area, since some learners may have entered this course without having taken the previous yellow belt material. This refresher area does not serve as a "replacement" for taking the yellow belt material. It is only a "patch" for those who already have some knowledge of six sigma, but find the yellow belt specialization to be too introductory for their current situation. If you find yourself struggling with the green belt material in this course, it is highly recommended that you travel through the yellow belt specialization before attempting the green belt content.

3 hours to complete

17 videos (Total 79 min)

17 videos

Yellow Belt Refresher Areas Explained1mPoka Yoke3mRemoving Waste5mKaizan4mKan Ban8m5S4mProcess Mapping - vid16mProcess Mapping - vid23mValue Stream Mapping4mTotal Productive Maintenance, Visual Management, & SMED4mIntroduction1mLean Philosophy5mLean Goals4mLean Tools & Systems5mCase Study 14mCase Study 23mCase Study 36m

2 practice exercises

Lean Tools Practice Quiz30mLean Tools Graded Quiz30m

Week3

Week 3

2 hours to complete

Statistical Process Control (SPC) & Control Plan

2 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 23 min), 2 readings, 2 quizzes

Week4

Week 4

1 hour to complete

Lean Tools for Process Control

1 hour to complete

2 videos (Total 7 min), 1 reading, 2 quizzes

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TOP REVIEWS FROM SIX SIGMA ADVANCED IMPROVE AND CONTROL PHASES

by RAApr 8, 2020

Good explanation about the various tools and methods. Would like have even more examples other than from the Green belt handbook.

by SAJan 27, 2023

OVERALL GOOD CONTENTS TRUELY APPLICABLE TO OUR PRACTICES. IMPROVES SOFT AND CORE SKILLS TO UPGRADE SKILL SET. THANK YOU COURSERA TO PROVIDING THIS COURSE.

by MDJul 21, 2020

It has been very helpful! all the concepts have been clearly taught and the tests, project too, was designed carefully! great course

by ABSep 23, 2021

I have implemented Six Sigma in my day to day life. It had made things or work more efficient.

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About the Six Sigma Green Belt Specialization

This specialization is for you if you are looking to learn more about the more advanced components of Six Sigma and Lean. Six Sigma skills are widely sought by employers both nationally and internationally. These skills have been proven to help improve business processes, performance, and quality assurance.

In this specialization, you will learn proven principles and tools specific to six sigma and lean. This is a sequential, linear designed specialization that covers a more advanced level of content (at the "green belt" level) of Six Sigma and Lean. Yellow Belt knowledge is needed before advancing to Green Belt (which is the second specialization offered here on Coursera by the USG). Green Belt knowledge is needed before moving to a Black Belt. The proper sequence of this specialization is: Course #1 - Six Sigma and the Organization (Advanced) Course #2 - Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phase Course #3 - Six Sigma Advanced Analyze Phase Course #4 - Six Sigma Advanced Improve and Control Phase At the end of Course #4 (Six Sigma Advanced Improve and Control Phase), there is a peer-reviewed, capstone project. Successful completion of this project is necessary for full completion of this specialization. It should be noted that completing either the Yellow Belt or Green Belt Specializations does not give the learner "professional accreditation" in Six Sigma, but should assist in better preparation for such professional accreditation testing.

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When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
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The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
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