Science in Quality Statistics and Management

Certificate

Course Details

Course Code	GA_SQSMG_N07
Level	7
Duration	1 year
Credits	20
Method of Delivery	Blended
Campus Locations	Galway City – Dublin Road
Mode of Delivery	Part Time

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Science in Quality Statistics and Management

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Course Overview

You want to upskill to work in supervisory or management roles. This Certificate, along with the Certificate in Quality and Regulatory Affairs and the Certificate in Science in Quality Management, make up the add-on Bachelor of Science (Ordinary) Degree in Quality for Industry. You can undertake any/all individual module(s) and you can obtain any/all three Certificates.

Course Details

Year 1

Semester	Module Details	Credits	Mandatory / Elective
1	Production and Supervisory Management This module gives an overview of operational systems and the roles and responsibilities of a production supervisor Learning Outcomes 1. Apply the principles of operationsmanagement 2. Demonstrate leadership in achieving organisational goals and objectives 3. Prioritise production activities based on business needs 4. Identify and applyrelevantapproaches for process analysis and improvement 5. Demonstrate the ability to disseminate information using appropriate channels	05	Mandatory
2	Six Sigma for Quality Management This module covers the relevant Six Sigma tools and their application to Practitioners of Quality Management (Quality Technicians, Quality Engineers, and Quality Managers etc). It will connect the use of Six Sigma tools and techniques with traditional Quality Management tools, for example, the use of DMAIC or the Structured Problem Process in the CAPA process. It will give the student statistical tools that are required for data analysis and problem solving. It also describes how Six Sigma and Quality Management both strive for Continuous Improvement. Learning Outcomes 1. Describe the role of Six Sigma as part of an organizations quality management system 2. Perform various analyses such as DMAIC and Structured Problem Solving. 3. Identify and apply relevant quality tools to manufacturing issues, such tools to include cycle time reduction, risk analysis, kaizen and waste elimination. 4. Apply probability and statistical rules and concepts. 5. Develop plans for continuous improvement	05	Mandatory
Year	Project An independent project is completed by the learner. The project is normally based in industry Students are supervised during their project, but are expected to complete most of their work independently. Learning Outcomes 1. Develop a project plan, clearly stating the purpose of the project and the approach/methodology used. 2. Source scientific and/or regulatory literature to support your project approach 3. Design and undertake appropriate work,analyse findings and document results 4. Reflect on the project results, articulate conclusions and make recommendations for improvement/future work in this area 5. Present, defend and justifythe outcomes of the product	10	Mandatory

Recommended Study Hours per week

It is recommended that students should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5-credit module to their studies.

Examination and Assessment

Combination of continuous assessment and final assessments/exam.
Note: Where assessment on the programme involves examinations, these are held on campus or at another exam venue in the Republic of Ireland. There are typically two exam periods: January and May. Times scheduled for examinations (face to face / online exams ) are in GMT.

On-Campus Attendance Requirement

Blended delivery mode varies per module, depending on the module context. Several modules require approximately four on-campus classes per module, per semester.
Note: Check the programme Examination and Assessment requirements per module, as certain modules involve on-campus assessments and examinations.

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Entry Requirements

To qualify for entry to the minor award, applicants are required to have a pass in any QQI FET Major award at Level 5 or 6 or alternatively applicants meeting the minimum Leaving Certificate entry requirement of Grade O6/H7 or better in five Leaving Certificate subjects including Mathematics and English or Irish with a minimum of 160 points or equivalent are eligible for entry.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can be used as a means to gain entry to the programme or gain exemptions.

For more information on the RPL process, please visit https://www.myexperience.ie/

If you wish to obtain the Bachelor of Science (Level 7) in Quality for Industry at ATU you need to have the following:

60 credits at Level 7 (Cert in Quality and Regulatory Affairs, Cert in Quality Statistics and Management and Cert in Quality Management) plus
120 credits at Level 6 in a suitable/specified discipline (or a successful RPL application).