2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:		Six Sigma Black Belt Certificate
Specialization Tract:		Quality
Career Cluster:		Manufacturing

CCC	
CIP Number	0615070202	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	12 credit hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	17-3026 – Industrial Engineering Technicians	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program (1615000001) under the Quality specialization.

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the manufacturing career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the manufacturing career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to the six sigma methodology of problem solving, strategic improvement, business transformation and process improvement.  The specifics of this certificate program will focus on the theory and application of methods to improve the quality of process outputs by identifying and removing the causes of defects and minimizing variability in manufacturing or business processes. Six Sigma uses a set of quality management methods including statistical methods to improve customer satisfaction, reduce cycle time, and reduce defects.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate proficiency in Six Sigma theories.
02.0	Demonstrate proficiency in developing a Six Sigma project.

2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Six Sigma Black Belt Certificate
CIP Number:	0615070202
Program Length:	12 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		17-3026

This certificate program is part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program (1615000001).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Demonstrate proficiency in Six Sigma theories--The student will be able to:	
01.01	Apply the five steps of the DMAIC model. 	
01.02	Establish an advanced quality plan using the theories of Six Sigma.	
01.03	Develop the basic cause-and-effect diagram (fishbone diagram).	
01.04	Describe and develop the central limit theorem.	
01.05	Develop a control plan to aid in production.	
01.06	Define the cost-benefit analysis on the shop floor.	
01.07	Define and describe the design of experiments (DOE) used in manufacturing processes.	
01.08	Run the experiment.	
01.09	Apply the DOE in manufacturing and non-manufacturing environments using the proper techniques. 	
01.10	Apply the techniques of Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (pFMEA).	
01.11	Define and describe risk assessment.	
01.12	Implement the 5S’s method of sorting, setting in order, shining, standardizing, and sustaining.	
01.13	Maintain and check the process through quality auditing.	
02.0	Demonstrate proficiency in developing a Six Sigma project--The student will be able to:	
02.01	Frame and Detail a Capstone Project using the Six Sigma tools.	
02.02	Describe the economic evaluation of engineering alternatives and analysis of cost allocation.	
02.03	Calculate net profit, marginal rate of returns, maximum profit, return on investment, cash flow analysis and breakeven points when solving problems.	
02.04	Solve problems involving alternative designs, materials, or methods.	
02.05	Analyze the factor of equivalence in engineering economic problems.	
02.06	Solve problems related to replacement versus augmentation for economic choices.	
02.07	Discuss how capital projects are identified and evaluated (Return on Investment -ROI)	
02.08	Describe how final projects are selected.	
02.09	Define the requirements of the project plan.	
02.10	Develop the initial project schedule.	
02.11	Describe each phase of the project as it relates to the budget.	
02.12	Develop timeline charts for planning and tracking.	
02.13	Apply the scheduling control systems.	
02.14	Identify the voice of the customer as the feedback mechanism.	
02.15	Define and describe the scheduling techniques when applied in the project environment. 	
02.16	Apply the six sigma methodology to service type environments.	
02.17	Apply the Theory of Constraints to identify the obstacles, lean to remove the obstacles, and six sigma to create the standard of work and remove variations.	
02.18	Understand the requirements for a successful implementation of six sigma using customer centric approach, organizational alignment, and quality improvement and how they are interdependent.	
02.19	Align the Six Sigma project objectives to business strategy, and prioritize projects accordingly.	
02.20	Use data collection strategies and graphical analysis in the project environment.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program. The Capstone Project systematically bridges the Six Sigma Methodology and theory with actual hands-on application of the various DMAIC Tools in support of variation reduction. These activities include application and instruction in the use of Six Sigma tools, statistics, project management, engineering analysis, financial analysis and supporting materials, and processes related to these occupations. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on project based experiences for students.

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.  

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the intercurricular career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:

http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml