Manage Problems and Make Decision in a Technical Environment

Synopsis:

This course is developed to enable participants to acquire knowledge and skills in bringing the resources and processes together to achieve the organisational set goals using a variety of process improvement methodologies. It involves adopting a systematic approach in improving a process through process mapping, analyse the process and redesign the process.

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    Course Objective:

    On completion of this course, participants will be able to adopt systematic approaches in managing problems and making decisions in a technical environment.

    Course Outline:

    The knowledge and skills covered in this module include:

    Knowledge:

    • Main components of workflow (i.e. Equipment, system, process, etc.) and data collection points
    • Types of problem solving tools (i.e. IS/IS-NOT, ‘Differences and Changes’, Design of Experiments, Fish-Bone Diagram, etc.)
    • Types of assessment and selection tools (i.e. Pro-Con analysis, Cost-Benefit analysis, etc.)
    • Organisational Approval Procedures
    • Types of implementation methods (i.e. Process change, equipment re-design, training, specifications, etc.)
    • Usage of monitoring tools (i.e. Templates, measuring equipment, charts, etc.)

    Skills:

    • Determine sources of variation, through data collection
    • Diagnose problem and define root cause
    • Verify root cause
    • Propose a technical solution
    • Implement technical solution
    • Monitor the effectiveness of technical solution
    • Update technical specifications

    For Whom:

    Suitable for Engineers, Professionals, Managers and Executives (PMEs).

    Entry Requirements:

    Participants are assumed to:
    • Have an in depth knowledge of their organisational work processes;
    • Have presentation skills;
    • Have good knowledge of workplace quality control systems;
    • Have good knowledge in using statistical process control tools and techniques;
    • Be able to apply effective problem-solving techniques;
    • Be able to apply effective leadership skills in managing and leading co-workers;
    • Be able to listen, read and write English at a proficiency level equivalent to the Workplace Literacy (WPL) Level 8-Proficient (“A” Levels and above);

    Essential Requirement:

    Participants are required to bring their personal laptop for the work assignment.

    Training Medium:

    This course is conducted in English.

    Training Methodology:

    This course is delivered through lectures, discussions and case studies.

    Assessment Methodology:

    A work assignment and presentation is conducted at the end of the course.

    Certification:

    A Certificate of Proficiency will be awarded to participants upon completing and passing the assessment. Otherwise, a Certificate of Participation will be issued to those who attained a minimum attendance of 75%.
    Funding AvailableNett Course Fee Payable
    UTAP (Call to Enquire)S$784.80
    • Fees stated are for a class size of 10 pax and above. For class size of less than 10 pax, kindly call Electronics Industries Training Centre (ELITC) to enquire.
    • Fees stated are non-member rate. For member rate, kindly call Electronics Industries Training Centre (ELITC) to enquire.
    • All courses listed except for the following are eligible for Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). NTUC members can enjoy up to 50% funding (capped at $250 per year) under UTAP.
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    • A non-refundable registration fee of $20.00 is payable upon registration.
    • ELITC reserves the right to cancel any classes due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, a full refund of fees will be made.
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