| NOTE: |
Academic Credits - The number of academic credits for each course
is the number of credits earned in one semester with successful completion
of that course.
Prerequisite and Corequisite - “Prerequisite” means that
the listed course[s] must be successfully completed with the indicated grade.
A “corequisite” may be taken in the same semester. |
| Course
# |
Course
Description |
Credits |
| QSC 101 |
Quality Control
Concepts and Techniques I -- Prerequisites: MAT 111 or
assessment/waiver. Covers current quality control concepts and
techniques in industry with emphasis on modern manufacturing
requirements. Studies the fundamental tools of statistical process
control, which are used in industry to reduce costs and increase
productivity at a predictable quality level. Emphasizes principles
and techniques of SPC to ensure prevention instead of detection of
problems is practiced. Includes basic statistical and probability
theory, sampling techniques, process control charts, the nature of
variation, histograms, attributes and variable charts. 3 lecture
hours. |
3
|
| QSC 102 |
Statistical Process
Control -- Prerequisites: None. Studies the
fundamental tools of statistical process control which are used in
industry to reduce costs and increase productivity at a predictable
quality level. Emphasizes principles and techniques of statistical
process control to ensure that prevention instead of detection of
problems is practiced. Includes basic statistical and probability
theory, sampling techniques, process control charts, the nature of
variation, histograms and attribute and variable charts. 3 lecture
hours.
|
3
|
| |
|
| QSC
105 |
Statistical
Process Control -- Prerequisites: None. Presents an
overview of the relationship of non-destructive testing to the
total quality function. Includes advantages and limitations of
various test methods including liquid penetrate, magnetic particle,
ultrasound, and eddy current. 3 lecture hours. |
3
|
| |
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| QSC
201 |
Advanced
Statistical Process Control -- Prerequisite: QSC
101. Builds on the basic principles of QSC 101 with advanced
techniques by industry to ensure economic production of goods based
on defect prevention rather than defect detection. Covers the
various decisions to modify, change or adjust processes based on
statistical evidence. Stresses interpretation of statistical data
and distinguishing between common and special causes of problems.
Emphasizes appropriate use of control charts, trend analysis,
assessing process and machine capability, evaluating the
measurement process, using computers and automated data collection
systems and implementation techniques. 3 lecture hours.
|
3
|
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| QSC 202 |
Quality Control
Concepts and Techniques II -- Prerequisite: QSC
101. Continues QSC 101. Acquaints students with quality control
systems. Emphasizes the systems approach to quality, establishing
the quality system and applying total quality control in the
company. 3 lecture hours. |
3
|
| |
|
| QSC 203 |
Metrology --
Prerequisites: "C" or better in MAT 050 or
assessment/waiver. Instructs a student in mechanical precision
measurement techniques and applications. Provides instruction and
laboratory experiences in surface plate inspections, optical
comparators, hardness testing, and coordinate measuring machines
[CMM]. Discusses calibration and measurement system analysis. 3
lecture hours.
|
3
|
| QSC
204 |
Total Quality
Management -- Prerequisite: QSC 101. Teaches the
philosophy of total quality management. Focuses on improving
processes and reducing variation in systems. Covers
management’s role in improving aspects of manufacturing and
service organizations to achieve quality improvement. 3 lecture
hours.
|
3
|
| |
|
| QSC 206 |
ISO/QS 9000
Standards and Internal Auditing -- Prerequisites:
None. Teaches the basic principles of ISO 9000 standards, QS
9000 standard, ISO 14000 standard. Includes instruction on internal
auditing with emphasis on the role of the internal auditor in
regard to the maintenance of the quality system. 3 lecture
hours. |
3
|
| |
|
| QSC 208 |
Project
Management -- Prerequisites: QSC 101, QSC 102, or CHT
program chair approval. Teaches the basic principles of project
management, team building and facilitation. Focus is on project
planning, scheduling and controlling of both projects and budgets
through completion. Covers the process of building and facilitating
effective teams in the work force. 2 lecture hours; 2 lab
hours. |
3
|
| |
|
| QSC
210 |
Quality Management
Principles -- Prerequisites: None. Stresses the
management concept relating to employee attitudes, motivation and
job satisfaction, as well as philosophies, styles of leadership,
and team building as they relate to quality objectives. 3 lecture
hours.
|
3
|
| |
|
| QSC 280 |
Co-op/Internship -- Prerequisite: Completion of
30 credits toward degree with at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point
average. Gives students the opportunity to work at a job site
that is specifically related to their career objectives. Provides
on-the-job experience while earning credit towards an
associate’s degree. 6 clinical hours. |
3
|
| |
|
| QSC
284 |
Special Topics in
Quality Science -- Prerequisites: None. Provides
students with the opportunity to experience seminars, workshops and
other instructional activities on topics of interest that reinforce
the concepts presented in their program area. Contact CHT program
chair for more information. Contact hours vary. |
1 - 5
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