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Well-designed experiments are a powerful tool for developing and validating cause and effect relationships between factors when evaluating and improving product and process performance. Deliberately changing the input variables to a system allows for observation and identification of the reasons for the change that may be observed in the output responses. Design of Experiments can identify important interactions that are usually overlooked when experimenters vary only one factor at a time (OFAT experimentation). Unfortunately, OFATS are still widely used in many experimental settings.
Design of Experiments can be used in a variety of experimental situations. This program is suitable for participants from a broad range of industries, including electronics and semiconductor, automotive, aerospace, chemical and process, pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotechnology. There are also many business and commercial applications of designed experiments, including marketing, market research, and e-commerce. Program participants will learn how to run effective and strong experiments using modern statistical software.
We are proud to offer the Design of Experiments Specialization through the Coursera platform. The course is instructed by Dr. Doug Montgomery, a Regents Professor of industrial engineering and statistics in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at ASU, and an expert in experimental design. Dr. Montgomery has taught academic courses on experimental design for over 40 years, and his Design of Experiments textbook, in its 10th edition and utilized in the specialization, is the most widely used textbook on the subject in the world. He has also led numerous engagements with Design of Experiments, teaching the course and consulting for more than 250 companies, including Motorola, Intel, Boeing and IBM. Drawing from these commercial experiences, Montgomery provides participants with an accurate understanding of modern approaches to using Design of Experiments.
The specialization is offered in a four-course format, with each course comprising three-to-four units and, in most courses, an applied project to demonstrate the tools and concepts learned. Accessible entirely online, the courses can be attempted at your own pace. We recommend completing one unit per week.
Unique to this specialization, Dr. Montgomery hosts monthly fireside chats using Zoom where he discusses different topics in the areas and application of Design of Experiments concepts. Drawing from his expertise and vast network, Dr. Montgomery is frequently joined by a special guest and expert in the topic area being discussed. Planned for the second Wednesday of every month, these chats are open to the public for viewing. During this time, viewers can ask questions to Dr. Montgomery and his guest related to Design of Experiments’ concepts, application, and situational experiences. The previous fireside chat recordings can be found here.
If you would like information on how to join the monthly live fireside chats, please contact us at exec-fseonline@asu.edu.
Unit 1: Getting Started and Introduction to Design and Analysis of Experiments
Unit 2: Simple Comparative Experiments
Unit 3: Experiments with a Single Factor - The Analysis of Variance
Unit 4: Randomized Blocks, Latin Squares, and Related Designs
Factorial and Fractional Factorial Designs
Unit 1: Introduction to Factorial Design
Unit 2: The 2^k Factorial Design
Unit 3: Blocking and Confounding in the 2^k Factorial Design
Unit 4: Two-Level Fractional Factorial Designs
Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building
Unit 1: Additional Design and Analysis Topics for Factorial and Fractional Factorial Designs
Unit 2: Regression Models
Unit 3: Response Surface Methods and Designs
Unit 4: Robust Parameter Design and Process Robustness Studies
Random Models, Nested and Split-Plot Designs
Unit 1: Experiments with Random Factors
Unit 2: Nested and Split-Plot Designs
Unit 3: Other Design and Analysis Topics
If you would like to take all four courses, we recommend taking them in the above order. Each subsequent course will build on materials from the previous.
Learning outcomes are organized by course. By completing all four courses, participants will:
The Design of Experiments Specialization is offered 100% online and through the Coursera platform. Participants can complete any of the four courses to receive a certificate of completion, and can complete all four to receive the specialization, thus mastering experimental design.
These courses are open to any that are interested in learning about experimental design tools. Any person working in modern industry can apply the tools acquired in these courses to their current and future positions.
We recommend working knowledge of a basic statistics course. The basic fundamentals will be covered in the Experimental Design Basics course.
The textbook used throughout the specialization is Design and Analysis of Experiments, 10th Edition by Dr. Douglas C. Montgomery. Students are recommended to purchase or rent the textbook, but are not required. The courses within the specialization also utilize JMP statistical software. Participants have access to a free trial in the courses.
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Want to become an elite leader in process improvement and strategic change? Enroll in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering’s Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certification and elevate your career to the pinnacle of excellence. Gain expertise in Six Sigma methodologies, mentor Black Belts, and spearhead significant transformations across diverse industries. Become the driving force behind organizational success and a distinguished authority in operational excellence.
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The Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certification is a comprehensive program that includes a five day in-person training followed by four months to complete a White Paper. During this course, you’ll learn:
The in-person training will include networking dinners, allowing connections with peers and experts.
As one of the world’s top-ranked engineering schools an ASU Certificate is recognized globally as a premier qualification.
With this certification you’ll also qualify for Continuing Education Units (CEU) and Professional Development Units (PDU).
This program is aimed at senior and mid-level level leaders and other professionals certified as Six Sigma Black Belts, with 3+ years of black belt experience and 3+ documented projects.
Participants should be well versed in the concepts and methodologies of Six Sigma and have current working knowledge of the Six Sigma statistical tool-set. The following two credentials are required for acceptance into the program:
We ask that candidates submit basic credentials for review prior to acceptance into the program.
The program is crafted by a collaborative team of faculty members, industry professionals, instructional designers, and Lean Six Sigma experts. The program is taught by a team of Master Black Belts, led by Lisa Custer.
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Are you ready to take your expertise to the next level and lead impactful transformations? Enroll in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering’s Six Sigma Black Belt Certification and propel your career forward. Develop advanced skills to optimize processes, elevate customer experience, and become a highly sought-after professional across various industry sectors.
Originally developed during the post-WWII industrial boom, Six Sigma has evolved into a dynamic approach that drives efficiency, productivity, and excellence. The Six Sigma Black Belt Certification equips you with the expertise needed to drive excellence, efficiency, and productivity in any field. This program empowers you to implement sophisticated process improvements, enhance customer satisfaction, and emerge as a leader armed with the specialized mastery of Six Sigma.
Stand out as a leader by cultivating advanced skills that directly impact process efficiency and customer satisfaction. The Six Sigma Black Belt Certification is a comprehensive program that includes 25 weeks of intensive training and a 60-day advanced project. During this course, you'll master advanced techniques to:
As one of the world’s top-ranked engineering schools an ASU Certificate is recognized globally as a premier qualification.
To earn your Six Sigma Black Belt Certificate:
With this certification you’ll also qualify for Continuing Education Units (CEU) and Professional Development Units (PDU).
This program is tailored for professionals who aspire to lead and drive advanced improvements across diverse industries. Ideal participants include:
The Six Sigma Black Belt for Professionals certification program is meticulously crafted by a collaborative team of faculty members, seasoned industry professionals, instructional designers, and Six Sigma experts. The program's course framework and assessments are rigorously validated and tailored to the specific needs and standards of any service/transactional industry.
Our comprehensive curriculum, including instructional videos, exams, and engaging activities, is thoughtfully guided by the expertise of the following instructor:
Operational Excellence and Lean Six-Sigma Master Black Belt with more than 20 years of extensive experience in all forms of engineering, management, quality leadership and reshaping culture. Jim is known for recognizing and acting on opportunities to improve processes and workflows, and for solving complex problems with both processes and personnel. He has expert skills of engaging and empowering teams to develop solutions leading to successful outcomes, while simultaneously building highly effective and productive relationships of trust with internal and external customers.
Jim learned the Toyota Production System and Lean Six-Sigma (LSS), while working at Rubbermaid Incorporated in the early 1990’s, has used these methodologies and earned his Master Black Belt certification from Arizona State University. For the last 20+ years, he has been instrumental in rolling out Lean & Six-Sigma (Operational Excellence), in a variety of companies in China, UK, Ireland, France, Brazil, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and throughout the United States.
Jim has hands-on experience implementing LSS principles in other industries, including medical, drug delivery device, surgical equipment, healthcare, construction, retail, telecommunications, consumer products, technology, government and software. He has trained and lectured with organizations worldwide, in all, he has trained and certified over 300 people in LSS.
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For more information on Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering Professional Programs, please email us at exec-fseonline@asu.edu.
Lean methods focus on streamlining processes, removing wasteful practices, and increasing process efficiency. Lean creates systems that produce results very quickly and at a low cost per unit.
Six Sigma methods focus on reducing the variation in process results, and centering the process on a specific performance level. Six Sigma creates high quality, defect-free products and services.
Combined, Lean and Six Sigma represent a powerful and comprehensive set of organizational and process improvement tools
Yellow Belt is an introduction to the foundational concepts of Lean Six Sigma and provides a series of tools used to make process improvements. The online course features videos, activities and discussion posts followed by a final exam. The hybrid course also includes a 3-hour, virtual, live training to practice using the tools.
Green Belt is an extensive training in Lean and Six Sigma methodology. The online course consists of 10 weeks of instructions with videos, quizzes, online discussions and a final exam. The Green Belt also requires a 60-day applied project where participants will utilize the tools and methodology to implement changes in their organization.
Black Belt furthers the training from the Green Belt program. Participants learn how to effectively lead teams in Six Sigma methodologies and work with stakeholders on projects. The Black Belt program trains on advanced statistical methods and analysis, and includes an applied project where participants will lead a team in utilizing the tools and methodology to implement changes in their organization.
Master Black Belt is the final level of certification and is for participants looking to deploy Six Sigma at the top levels of an organization. Participants learn how to manage large scale organizational improvement units, practicing advanced statistical analysis, and leading six sigma strategy.
The Black Belt program is offered twice a year.
The Black Belt program takes 8 months to complete. The program consists of 25 weeks of instruction followed by 8 weeks to complete the applied project.
Green Belt certification is required before you can enroll in the Black Belt program. This course requires more advanced statistical analysis so college level statistics experience is recommended.
The Six Sigma Black Belt programs require an applied project to be completed during the program. This program is typically done in the context of the participant’s workplace or a volunteer position they hold. As a participant you are responsible for finding a project that you will be able to complete during the timeframe of the program. The instructor for the course can assist you in choosing your project but will not assign projects to participants. If you are concerned about finding an appropriate project please reach out to us at exec-fseonline@asu.edu.
Registration is open for one week after a program starts. The first week consists of introductions and learning the platform so participants can easily catch up.
If you change your mind about a course we can offer refunds up until the start of the program. You can also transfer to a later program before the start date. Once the program starts we cannot offer refunds. If you would like to transfer to a later program after the program has already started there is a $500 transfer fee. We can also offer extensions for deadlines if necessary. Please reach out to your instructor and exec-fseonline@asu.edu if you need an extension.
The black belt is $3,250.
We offer discounts for ASU employees, alumni and students. We also offer discounts for military veterans and groups of 5 or more people. Please email us at exec-fseonline@asu.edu for more information on our discounts.
We offer custom programs for organizations that are looking to get several members of their team certified. Our team can work with you to come up with a program that fits your needs. Please email us at exec-fseonline@asu.edu for more information. We are able to offer group discounts to our online programs for large groups.
You will receive an email inviting you to join the course on Canvas a few days before your program starts. The welcome email will contain any additional information you need. If you don’t hear anything by the start date of your program please email us at exec-fseonline@asu.edu.
The online programs are all asynchronous and do not have scheduled meetings. If you would like to meet with the instructor for your course they can schedule an appointment with you.
Make sure you have completed all the requirements of the course you are taking. Once the course end date has passed, ASU will verify completion of all requirements. Once your certification is verified you will receive an email with a digital copy of your certification and instructions on accessing a digital badge. Physical certificates will also be sent to all participants.
Please be aware that instructors need to review each of the final project reports. This may take some time, so please be patient allow time for your certificate to be verified and processed. Please email us at exec-fseonline@asu.edu if you have any questions.
We do offer extensions for deadlines in our programs. We can offer extensions for up to 2 months after the end of the program. If you need an extension please contact your instructor and exec-fseonline@asu.edu.
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The Master of Engineering degree program offers an area of study in Systems Engineering.
The Master of Engineering degree program offers an area of study in Quality, Reliability & Statistical Engineering.
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