SPC XL, a Microsoft Excel add-in, is an easy-to-use powerful statistical analysis tool. These short video clips provide instruction on specific statistical tools using SPC XL. It includes both graphical and statistical analysis features. The graphs and analysis that you generate are stored as Excel worksheets and can be shared with anyone who has Microsoft Excel.

Course Software

This course will reference the software below. If you do not already have these installed, we recommend downloading the free trial (s) to get the full experience.

SPC XL DEMO

Creates control charts, diagrams (histograms, Pareto, box plots, etc.), MSA, t-Test, F-Test, etc., from within Excel. Upon installation, SPC XL 20 integrates into Excel and appears as a menu item on the Excel toolbar. The charts and statistics produced in the standard Excel workbooks can be shared with anyone who has Excel (even if they don’t own SPC XL). Control charts may be updated without recreating the chart.

Best practices for online learning:

• Create a distraction-free study space. Use headphones to help reduce surrounding noise and make it easier to hear without distracting others.
• Hold yourself accountable. You will need to manage your time in order to complete the sessions in a timely manner. You will get out of this what you put in!
• Schedule time to work on the course.
• Don’t try to do too much at one sitting. Break up the learning into manageable chunks.
• Stay organized. Keep the downloadable presentation files and data files in one location on your computer.
• Take notes! Use a notebook, app, or whatever method works best for you.
• Actively participate. Pause the sessions to complete practice exercises, jot down notes or ideas, or simply reflect on a topic.
• Complete the practice and review questions, along with suggested readings for each topic.
• Reach out to your coach, or Air Academy Associates, if you have questions or need help.