Quality Program
ISO 9001:2008 Internal Quality Auditing
This course teaches participants how to set up and conduct an internal audit of the ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System. Appropriate interpretation of the ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System Requirements and skills needed for effective auditing will be prominently featured. (11 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $175.00- Thu/Fri, Dec 03 - Dec 04, 2009, 8:30AM - 4:30PM
- 127 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7009-157
- Wed/Thu, Feb 10 - Feb 11, 8:30AM - 4:30PM
- 127 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7009-161
Lean Systems: Lean 100
This is an introduction to Lean Systems. Students will learn about the eight wastes and common tools used to reduce their negative impact upon an organization. A factory simulation exercise will illustrate the concepts. Students who successfully complete five out of the six courses in the Lean Systems series will be awarded a Lean Systems Practitioner certificate. The Lean Systems series of courses is composed of Lean 100, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Continuous Flow and Push/Pull Systems, Error Proofing and Setup Reduction, and Total Productive Maintenance. These courses may be taken non-sequentially. (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $125.00- Thu/Fri, Jan 14 - Jan 15, 8:30AM - 12:00PM
- 215 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7019-159
- Thu/Fri, Mar 18 - Mar 19, 8:30AM - 12:00PM
- 215 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7019-163
Six Sigma Green Belt
This is an extensive, statistics-based quality course that focuses on data-driven process improvement. At a minimum, participants must have a solid understanding of high-school level mathematics. Students will learn skills necessary to set up and implement data collection, data analysis, and other associated six sigma improvement activities. Course work will be supplemented with an in-class project. The course content and structure is based upon the course textbook, The Six Sigma Way Team Fieldbook , by Pande, Neuman and Cavanagh. Green Belt Certifications will be granted for successful completion of this course. (49 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $995.00- Tue/Wed, Jan 25 - Feb 24, 8:30AM - 4:30PM
- 215 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7000-160
- Wed/Thu/Fri, Mar 23 - Apr 23, 8:30AM - 4:30PM
- 215 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7000-164
Statistical Process Control: Basic
This course covers: data collection, charting, analysis and interpretation, concept of variation, control limits, specification limits, and implementation of SPC in the workplace. (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $125.00- Thu/Fri, Apr 08 - Apr 09, 8:30AM - 12:00PM
- 127 Haynes, Enka Site Course #: SEF-7062-165
Statistical Process Control, Basic (12 - 16 hours)
Introduction to SPC concepts, chart construction, and basic chart interpretation. Call (828) 254-1921, Ext. 5822 or email bvaughan@abtech.edu, for details
ISO 9001:2000 and TS 16949 Implementation
This training system that is designed to take a company from beginning to final preparation for the certif length, content, and emphasis is highly customizable to meet unique client requirements. Call (828) 254-1921, Ext. 5822 or email bvaughan@abtech.edu, for details
Western Carolina ISO Auditor Association (WCIAA)
This is an A-B Tech-sponsored consortium of auditors aimed at providing opportunities to gain auditing experience. Course work consists of actual on-site company audits. Call (828) 254-1921, Ext. 5822 or email bvaughan@abtech.edu, for details
The Kaizen Event
The Kaizen event is a customizable three- to five-day onsite lab focused upon eliminating waste in production or service processes. This short duration, highly focused, cross-functional project dramatically alters the production or service system for the better. Depending upon the desired outcome, client organizations may expect significant improvements related to lead time, inventory, work flow and quality. Call (828) 254-1921, Ext. 5822 or email bvaughan@abtech.edu, for details