Yellow Belt Training Course

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COURSE TITLE:

Yellow Belt Training Course

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COURSE PREREQUISITES/ELIGIBILITY:

Undergraduate/

Graduated

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NAME OF THE INSTRUCTOR:

Muhammad Sajjad

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START & END DATE/MONTH/YEAR OF THE COURSE

Depends on batch

completion

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ASSESSMENT MEASURES

• Class participation and quizzes.
• Reading discussion and questions.
• Examinations
• Group/Team work
• Project submissions

Module 1: Introduction to Lean Six Sigma

• Overview of Lean Six Sigma methodology
• History and evolution of Lean and Six Sigma
• Benefits of implementing Lean Six Sigma
• Roles and responsibilities of different team members

Module 2: Fundamentals of Process Improvement

• Understanding processes and process maps
• Identifying process inefficiencies and waste
• Overview of DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) methodology

Module 3: Define Phase

• Defining project objectives and scope
• Identifying stakeholders and their requirements
• Developing a project charter
• Introduction to process metrics and performance indicators

Module 4: Measure Phase

• Collecting and analyzing process data
• Creating process maps and flowcharts
• Understanding process capability and stability
• Identifying key metrics for process improvement

Module 5: Analyze Phase

• Root cause analysis techniques
• Identifying sources of variation and defects
• Pareto analysis and prioritization of issues
• Using data analysis tools and techniques

Module 6: Improve Phase

• Generating and evaluating potential solutions
• Designing experiments and conducting tests
• Developing a plan for process improvement
• Implementing and validating improvements

Module 7: Control Phase

• Developing control plans to sustain improvements
• Monitoring and measuring ongoing process performance
• Implementing mistake-proofing (poka-yoke) techniques
• Handing over the improved process to operations

Module 8: Teamwork and Communication

• Effective team collaboration and communication
• Stakeholder engagement and buy-in
• Change management principles

Module 9: Case Studies and Practical Exercises

• Analyzing real-life examples of process improvement projects
• Hands-on exercises in data analysis, problem-solving, and process mapping
• Group discussions and peer learning

Module 10: Examination and Certification

• Review of course materials
• Written or online examination to assess understanding
• Issuance of Yellow Belt certification upon successful completion