Quality Assurance

QUA 130 Quality Assurance Concepts (3-0) 3 hrs.
Introduces techniques of establishing and maintaining quality systems related to products or services. Covers system concepts, team problem-solving tools including statistical process control, continuous improvement, and application of quality standards, specifically ISO 9000 and companion standards. IAI MTM 914.
Prerequisite:
MGT 150, MTH 080, or MTH 087 with a grade of "C" or better.

QUA 131 Quality Systems and TQM (1-0) 1 hr.
Introduces the principles and procedures that underlie quality systems and support total quality management. Emphasis is on the human resource, planning and auditing issues that support organizing for quality. Both domestic and international standards will be addressed. Credit will not be given for both QUA 131 and QUA 130.

QUA 132 Quality and Continuous Improvement Tools (1-0) 1 hr.
Provides a survey of tools and techniques supporting an organization committed to total quality management and continuous improvement. Includes the classical tools for quality control and techniques specific to quality management. Credit will not be given for both QUA 132 and QUA 130.
Prerequisite:
QUA 131 with a grade of "C" or better, or consent of instructor.

QUA 133 Introduction to Statistical Process Control (1-0) 1 hr.
Provides a survey of the principles and processes that are necessary to implement statistical process control (SPC). Encompasses a management overview of the concepts of SPC and demonstrates how they may be integrated with Total Quality Management. Credit will not be given for both QUA 133 and QUA 130.
Prerequisite:
QUA 131 with a grade of "C" or better, or consent of instructor.

QUA 160 Dimensional Metrology I (2-2) 3 hrs
Introduces the basic concepts of dimensional metrology and inspection. Covers basic hand tools, reference surfaces, mechanical indicating equipment, optical equipment, fixed gages and special measuring and inspection problems found in manufacturing applications. Includes use of a coordinate measuring machine along with the more common measuring equipment.
Prerequisite:
MET 105 and MTH 100 with grades of "C" or better, or consent of instructor.

QUA 230 Statistical Process Control (3-0) 3 hrs.
Continues material introduced in QUA 130. Emphasizes statistical inference through the use of data, presentations, quantitative methods of summarizing data, probability theory, acceptance sampling, statistical process control methods, and trend analysis. Prerequisites: QUA 130, and MGT 225 or MTH 165 with grades of "C" or better.

QUA 235 Practical Problems of Quality Management (3-0) 3 hrs.
Introduces the organization and operation of the quality function as it relates to both services and manufacturing. Emphasizes the various activities involved in managing the quality system including motivation for quality, quality improvement, customer relations and organization for quality.
Prerequisite:
QUA 130 with a grade of "C" or better or consent of instructor.

QUA 260 Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (2-0) 2 hrs.
Provides an introduction to geometric dimensioning and tolerancing using both ASME/ANSI Y14.5M and appropriate ISO standards. Material presented deals with interpretation and application of geometric controls as they apply to design, manufacturing and inspection. Credit will not be given for both MET 202 and QUA 260. IAI MTM 932
Prerequisite:
Experience in design, manufacturing or inspection.

QUA 265 Dimensional Metrology II: CMM (2-2) 3 hrs.
Introduces the concepts of coordinate metrology and inspection. Covers the various types of coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and their applications in process control and functional inspection. Emphasis is on inspection process planning, selection and setup of appropriate equipment including probes and fixturing, programming considerations, operating environment, and measurement uncertainty.
Prerequisite:
QUA 160 and QUA 260 with grades of "C" or better.

QUA 281 Topics in Quality Assurance (.5-0 to 3-0) .5-3 hrs.
Studies selected problems or topics in quality assurance. The exact content and instructional method will vary from semester to semester. A syllabus or course outline containing additional information will be available with preregistration materials each time that the course is offered. This course may be repeated two times to a maximum of three credit hours.