Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (CLSSYB)

Exam Code: CLSSYB-001

The DMAIC methodology is the road-map to achieving this target. This e-Learning course attempts to train novices on the principles of Six Sigma and takes them through the DMAIC process. The Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification is aimed at those new to the world of Six Sigma who have a small role, interest, or need to develop foundational knowledge. Yellow belts can be entry-level employees who seek to improve their world or executive champions who require an overview of Six Sigma and define, measure, analyze, improve and control model (DMAIC).

Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (CLSSYB)^® exam comprises of basics of the Lean Six Sigma Methodology and supports improvement projects as a part of a team. A Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt possesses an understanding of the aspects within the phases of D-M-C. They apply this knowledge to all aspects of their primary functions. Six Sigma is a business strategy that focuses on product and service excellence, to create a culture that demands perfection and customer needs (internal and external)

Objectives

Recognize the advantages of Six Sigma

List the industries where it can be applied

Explain the use of the DMAIC methodology to achieve process excellence

Describe the use of statistics in applying the DMAIC methodology

E-Course Duration: 20 to 25 Hours

Course Outline

Module 1 – INTRODUCTION

Six Sigma: Concept and History
Six Sigma: A Breakthrough Improvement
Three Sigma vs. Six Sigma
Six Sigma – Roles and Responsibilities
How Six Sigma Works

Module 2 – DEFINE

Team Charter
Business Case
Problem Statement
Goal Statement
Project Scope
Milestone
Resource Plan
Team Charter Format

Module 3 – MEASURE

Tools for Measure
Process Mapping – Definition
Process Mapping – Need and Benefits
Process Map – Elements
High-level Process Map
Process/product Drill-down Tree
Data Collection Plan
Process Capability Analysis

Module 4 – BASIC STATISTICS

Definition – Statistics
Data Types – Discrete and Continuous
Data Types – Differences
Normal Curve
Distribution and its Types
Descriptive Statistics

Module 5 – ANALYZE

Tools for First Stage – Histogram
Tools for First Stage – Pareto Chart
Tools for First Stage – Stratification
Tools for Second Stage – Brainstorming
Tools for Second Stage – CED
Tools for Second Stage – Control Impact Matrix
Tools for Second Stage – Five Why Analysis

Module 6 – IMPROVE

Identify Vital Causes – Scatter Diagram
Identify Vital Causes – Correlation Coefficient
Identify Vital Causes – Regression Analysis
Propose Solutions – Pugh Matrix

Module 7 – CONTROL

Control Plan
Control Charts
Control Charts – Appropriate Selection
Control Chart – Types
Individual and Moving Range Charts
Attribute Control Charts

Module 8 – Lean Process Improvement

Understanding Lean
The Toyota Production System
The Toyota Production System House
The Five Critical Improvement Concepts
Understanding Value with the Kano Model
Types of Waste
Creating a Lean Enterprise
Understanding Lean
The Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) Cycle
Using the R-DMAIC-S Model
Lean Thinking Tools
Kaizen Events
Data Gathering and Mapping

Target Audience

Members of the service sector who need familiarity with the Lean Six Sigma process and basic process improvement tools; individuals who are on teams and in organizations that are beginning to deploy Six Sigma, one who is looking to be a member of the Six Sigma Project.