Description:
An introductory course covering topics relating to the usage of SPC in the automotive industry based on the AIAG SPC manual.
Topics covers in this class include:
- Understanding normal distribution
- Causes of Variation
- X bar and R charts
- Causes of out-of-control conditions
- Process and equipment capability indices (Cp, Cpk, Pp, and Ppk)
Course Outcomes
- Understand statistical process control in the automotive industry environment
- Learn the necessary skills to develop and maintain SPC on a day to day basis
- Learn the application of capability induces into product launch and product manufacturing
- Identify out of control instances and take the appropriate steps to minimize instances of non-conforming products
- Understand what is necessary related to SPC in submitting PPAPs and handling IATF16949 audits