This is a whole new approach to learning the tools and methodologies of Six Sigma through Air Academy. While we maintain our belief that in-class, instructor-led learning is always the most effective approach, we understand that there may be circumstances that prevent classroom learning. This virtual-style of learning will proved the flexibility and capability you will need to become proficient in all of the analytical tools necessary to execute Six Sigma improvement projects, all the while retaining Air Academy’s famous Keep-It-Simple-Statistically (KISS) approach to instruction.  Learning the tools and methodologies in these modules will help you master the skills necessary to lead a process improvement project that produces bottom-line results.

Learning Objectives

The objective of this course is to provide the next steps to DFSS Foundations, once the SS Fundamentals course has been completed.   You will learn the Six Sigma Black Belt body of knowledge, practice techniques for both quantitative and non-quantitative analysis, and gain the skills necessary to become a practitioner of the Six Sigma methodology and toolset to prepare you to lead Six Sigma projects within your organization.

Course Structure (Self-Paced Learning)

This is a self-paced course, consisting of 11 recorded sessions, each approximately an hour long. In each module there is a description of the course content for that lesson. Although the sessions can be viewed in any order, we believe that you will learn most efficiently by following the sequence in the order shown.

Many of the recorded sessions will contain places to “pause” the recording to complete a practice exercise or to reflect on the material. Of course, it is your prerogative to pause and review at any point in the recording.  Each session also includes supplemental reading assignments along with additional practice and review questions which will help support your learning. You are strongly encouraged to complete these.

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.

What’s included?

• Access to the online modules and embedded quizzes
• Downloadable pdf versions of the written course modules
• Single-user, perpetual license of DOE Pro and Pro-Test statistical software
• Access to online SPC XL video tutorials
• Downloadable data files (for use with software)
• Lean Six Sigma Tools Guide (e-version)
• Understanding Design of Experiments (e-version)