Quality Inspector   

This course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for quality assurance and inspection. You will learn math, inspection, safety, materials, quality, and management skills as you prepare to become a quality inspector.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Do you have a keen attention to detail? A career as a quality inspector could be a great fit. This online Quality Inspector course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to prove competency and begin your new career quickly.

This accelerated Quality Inspector course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for quality assurance and inspection, including math, inspection, safety, materials, quality, and management.

1. Math
   1. Math Fundamentals 101
   2. Math: Fractions and Decimals 111
   3. Units of Measurement 112
   4. Basics of Tolerance 121
   5. Blueprint Reading 131
   6. Algebra Fundamentals 141
   7. Geometry: Lines and Angles 151
   8. Geometry: Triangles 161
   9. Geometry: Circles and Polygons 171
   10. Trigonometry: The Pythagorean Theorem 201
   11. Trigonometry: Sine, Cosine, Tangent 211
   12. Trigonometry: Sine Bar Applications 221
   13. Statistics 231
2. Inspection
   1. Basic Measurement 101
   2. Calibration Fundamentals 111
   3. Hole Standards and Inspection 141
   4. Thread Standards and Inspection 151
   5. Surface Texture and Inspection 201
   6. Material Tests for Welding 201
   7. Introduction to GD&T 301
   8. Major Rules of GD&T 311
   9. Inspecting a Prismatic Part 321
   10. Inspecting a Cylindrical Part 331
   11. Advanced Hole Inspection 341
   12. Inspecting with Optical Comparators 351
   13. Inspecting with CMMs 361
   14. Calibration and Documentation 371
   15. In-Line Inspection Applications 381
   16. Measuring System Analysis 300
3. Safety
   1. Intro to OSHA 101
   2. Safety for Metal Cutting 101
   3. Personal Protective Equipment 111
   4. Noise Reduction and Hearing Conservation 121
   5. Respiratory Safety 131
   6. Lockout/Tagout Procedures 141
   7. SDS and Hazard Communication 151
   8. Bloodborne Pathogens 161
   9. Walking and Working Surfaces 171
   10. Fire Safety and Prevention 181
   11. Flammable/Combustible Liquids 191
   12. Ergonomics 102
   13. Hand and Power Tool Safety 201
   14. Safety for Lifting Devices 211
   15. Powered Industrial Truck Safety 221
   16. Confined Spaces 231
   17. Environmental Safety Hazards 241
   18. Machine Guarding 140
4. Materials
   1. Introduction to Physical Properties 101
   2. Introduction to Mechanical Properties 111
   3. Introduction to Metals 121
   4. Essentials of Heat Treatment of Steel 211
   5. Hardness Testing 221
   6. Ferrous Metals 231
   7. Nonferrous Metals 241
   8. Exotic Alloys 301
   9. Machining Titanium Alloys 325
5. Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma
   1. Lean Manufacturing Overview 101
   2. Developing a Lean Culture 135
   3. 5S Overview 151
   4. Intro to Six Sigma 171
   5. Metrics for Lean 231
   6. Six Sigma Goals and Tools 310
   7. Maintaining a Consistent Lean Culture 330
   8. Transforming Lean into Business Results 340
   9. Measuring Lean Systems 350
6. Quality and Manufacturing Management
   1. Essentials of Leadership 110
   2. Essentials of Communication 120
   3. ISO 9000 Review 121
   4. Continuous Process Improvement: Managing Flow 124
   5. Continuous Process Improvement: Identifying and Eliminating Waste 125
   6. Managing Performance: Best Practices 130
   7. Managing Performance: Corrective Actions 135
   8. Intro to Supply Chain Management 140
   9. Basics of Manufacturing Costs 140
   10. Conflict Resolution Principles 150
   11. Conflict Resolution for Different Groups 155
   12. Team Leadership 160
   13. Cell Design and Pull Systems 161
   14. Quality and Customer Service 175
   15. Troubleshooting 181
   16. Personal Effectiveness 190
   17. Conducting Kaizen Events 191
   18. Conducting an Internal Audit 201
   19. Managing the Diverse Workplace 210
   20. SPC Overview 211
   21. Harassment and Discrimination 215
   22. TS 16949:2009 Overview 221
   23. Interpreting Blueprints 230
   24. Performance Management and the Law 230
   25. Fabrication Process 232
   26. Process Flow Charting 241
   27. Strategies for Setup Reduction 251
   28. Total Quality Management Overview 261
   29. Management Tools: Problem Solving 270
   30. Management Tools: Product and Process Design 275
   31. Value Stream Mapping: The Current State 301
   32. Value Stream Mapping: The Future State 311
   33. Managing Practices for Total Quality 320

What you will learn

• Production Floor Safety
• Metallurgy
• Inspection Methods
• GD&T
• Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, and TPM

How you will benefit

• Prepare for a career as a quality inspector, quality technician, quality assurance inspector, quality assurance technician, quality auditor, or quality control inspector
• Gain the skills you need to confidently perform your job
• Enrolled students are invited to attend our exclusive annual virtual National Apprenticeship Week events, featuring live webinars, workshops, and employer interactions

This is not an instructor facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email.