Quality Control Technology Technical Diploma

Program Overview

The Quality Control Technology program trains individuals to become manufacturing leaders in quality control, emphasizing methods like 5S, Lean, and Six Sigma to improve operations and reduce costs. Graduates prepare for the ASQ® Certified Quality Inspector examination and pursue careers as inspectors, quality assurance auditors, and quality control technicians in various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, and food processing.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Quality Control Technology program trains learners to become manufacturing leaders in Quality Control. The program emphasizes methods like 5S, Lean, and Six Sigma to reduce waste, improve operations, reduce costs, and streamline business processes. Graduates of the program prepare for the ASQ® Certified Quality Inspector examination and pursue careers as Inspectors, Quality Assurance Auditors, Quality Assurance Inspectors, Quality Assurance Technicians, Quality Auditors, Quality Control Inspectors, and Quality Control Technicians.

Outline:

Program Content:

The program covers topics such as SolidWorks, Interpreting Engineering Drawings, Written Communication, Elements of Basic Metrology, Math for the Machine Trades, Manufacturing Processes, Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT), Applied Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT), SolidWorks Inspection, Quality Engineering Fundamentals, and Advanced Metrology.

Structure:

The program consists of two semesters.

Course Schedule:

First Semester:

• SolidWorks 1
• Interpreting Engineering Drawings
• Written Communication
• Elements of Basic Metrology
• Math for the Machine Trades

Second Semester:

• Manufacturing Processes
• Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT)
• Applied Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT)
• SolidWorks Inspection

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Inspector
• Quality Assurance Auditor
• Quality Assurance Inspector
• Quality Assurance Technician
• Quality Auditor
• Quality Control Inspector
• Quality Control Technician

Opportunities and Outcomes:

Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in the quality control industry. They can work in various settings, including manufacturing, healthcare, and food processing. The program also prepares students for the ASQ® Certified Quality Inspector examination, which can enhance their career prospects.