Lean Six Sigma - IASSC®
Certified Yellow Belt™ IYCB™
Overview
The IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB™) is a professional who is well versed in the foundational elements of the Lean Six Sigma Methodology, who leads limited improvement projects and / or serves as a team member as a part of more complex improvement projects lead by a Certified Green Belt or Certified Black Belt, typically in a part-time role. A Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt possesses a thorough understanding of the elementary aspects of the Lean Six Sigma Method including competence in the subject matters contained within the phases of Define, Measure, and Control (DMC) as defined by the IASSC Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Body of Knowledge™. A Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt understands how to implement, perform, interpret and apply Lean Six Sigma in a skilled yet limited and / or supportive context.
Course Objective
The objective of this program is to train the participants on the basic level of Lean Sigma improvement skills to develop Yellow Belts who serve as the members of the improvement project team. Upon completion of this program, participants will:
- Understand the concepts of Lean Sigma and the DMAIC process steps
- Support Green and Black Belts as team members to participate effectively in improvement projects
- Be able to apply the improvement tools learned in day-to-day job activities
- Identify improvement opportunities in your own work area
- Apply a structured process for solving problems
- To use Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify and quantify risk
- How to use tools linked to the Six Sigma methodology
- How to create a control plan to sustain the improvements
Who Should Attend
- Quality technicians
- Engineers
- Manufacturing floor operators and supervisors
- Supplier Quality Engineers
- Subject matter experts who support continuous improvement efforts
- Change Managers
- Finance Managers
- IT Managers
- HR Managers
Prerequisites
IASSC Yellow Belt Certification
Training Calendar
Intake
Duration
Program Fees
Module
Module 1 - Define Phase
- The Basics of Six Sigma
- Meanings of Six Sigma
- General History of Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement
- Deliverables of a Lean Six Sigma Project
- The Problem-Solving Strategy Y = f(x)
- Voice of the Customer, Business and Employee
- Six Sigma Roles and Responsibilities
- The Fundamentals of Six Sigma
- Defining a Process
- Critical to Quality Characteristics (CTQ’s)
- Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
- Pareto Analysis (80:20 rule)
- Basic Six Sigma Metrics Including DPU, DPMO, FTY, RTY Cycle Time
- Selecting Lean Six Sigma Projects
- Building a Business Case and Project Charter
- Developing Project Metrics
- Financial Evaluation and Benefits Captur
- The Lean Enterprise
- Understanding Lean
- The History of Lean
- Lean and Six Sigma
- The Seven Elements of Waste Overproduction, Correction, Inventory, Motion, Overprocessing, Conveyance, Waiting
- 5S Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Self-Discipline
Module 2 - Measure Phase
- Process Definition
- Cause and Effect / Fishbone Diagrams
- Process Mapping, SIPOC, Value Stream Map
- X-Y Diagram
- Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Six Sigma Statistics
- Basic Statistics
- Descriptive Statistics
- Normal Distributions and Normality
- Graphical Analysis
- Measurement System Analysis
- Precision and Accuracy
- Bias, Linearity and Stability
- Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility
- Variable and Attribute MSA
- Process Capability
- Capability Analysis
- Concept of Stability
- Attribute & Discrete Capability
- Monitoring Techniques
Module 3 - Control Phase
- Lean Controls
- Control Methods for 5S
- Kanban
- Poka-Yoke (Mistake Proofing)
- Six Sigma Control Plans
- Cost Benefit Analysis
- Elements of the Control Plan
- Elements of the Response Plan
FAQs
Course Fundamentals
- What is the Lean Six Sigma IYCB™ course?
- This course provides a foundational understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles, enabling participants to contribute to process improvement initiatives.
- Who is the target audience for this course?
- This course is ideal for individuals new to Lean Six Sigma, team members involved in improvement projects, and anyone seeking to understand basic process improvement concepts.
- What is the value of IASSC® certification?
- IASSC (International Association for Six Sigma Certification) provides independent, third-party validation of your Lean Six Sigma knowledge.
General Inquiries
- How will IYCB™ certification benefit my career?
- It demonstrates your understanding of process improvement, making you a valuable asset in various industries.
- Where can I take the IYCB™ course?
- The course is offered by various training providers, both online and in person.
- Does the IASSC Yellow Belt certification expire?
- IASSC certifications do not expire.
- What is the role of a Yellow Belt in Lean Six Sigma projects?
- Yellow Belts support Green and Black Belt projects by contributing to data collection, process observation, and team efforts.
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