Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Course Outline
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt – Course Overview
The Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt course is an entry-level training designed to introduce participants to the foundational principles of Lean and Six Sigma. It emphasizes the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) methodology, focusing on process improvement, waste reduction, and variation control. This course enables participants to contribute effectively to Six Sigma projects and support continuous improvement initiatives within their organizations.
The course spans two days and includes practical tools and techniques to identify inefficiencies and drive small-scale improvement efforts.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the core concepts of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Apply the DMAIC framework to solve process-related problems.
- Participate effectively as a team member in Lean Six Sigma projects.
- Identify and define improvement opportunities using basic quality tools.
- Use data and basic statistical tools to measure and analyze process performance.
- Contribute to sustaining improvements through control mechanisms.
Eligibility / Target Audience
This course is suitable for:
Entry-level employees
Team members, or professionals seeking foundational knowledge of Lean Six Sigma.
Quality employees
Employees involved in quality or process improvement initiatives.
Project supporters
Individuals looking to support Green Belt or Black Belt projects.
Anyone interested
In learning structured problem-solving and process improvement tools.
Prerequisites
No prior Lean Six Sigma experience is required. Basic understanding of business processes is helpful but not mandatory.
Course Content
Day 1
- Course Introduction
- Overview of Lean and Six Sigma
- Introduction to DMAIC Methodology
- Define Phase
- Problem Statements and Project Goals
- Voice of the Customer (VOC) and CTQ Basics
- SIPOC Diagram
- Measure Phase
- Basics of Data Collection
- Understanding Variation and Basic Statistics (mean, range, SD)
Day 2
- Analyze Phase
- Root Cause Analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram)
- Introduction to Pareto Charts
- Improve Phase
- Brainstorming and Solution Prioritization
- Introduction to Mistake-Proofing (Poka-Yoke)
- Control Phase
- Basic Control Plans and Visual Management
- Sustaining Improvements and Team Roles
- Course Summary and Assessment
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:
Explain the principles of Lean and Six Sigma and how they complement each other.
Describe the steps in the DMAIC methodology and their purpose.
Create effective problem statements and identify customer requirements (VOC, CTQs).
Use SIPOC diagrams to map high-level processes.
Collect and interpret basic process data (mean, range, standard deviation).
Apply root cause analysis tools like the 5 Whys and Fishbone Diagrams.
Utilize Pareto Charts to prioritize issues.
Generate and prioritize solutions through brainstorming techniques.
Understand basic mistake-proofing techniques (Poka-Yoke).
Develop simple control plans to maintain improvements.
Understand the importance of visual management and team roles in sustaining changes.
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