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2026-2027 Catalog

QUAL 206 - ISO/QS International Standards


PREREQUISITES: QUAL 101 Quality Control Concepts and Techniques  or LOGM 201 Logistics Quality & Lean Management
PROGRAM: Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2024

This course examines the principles of quality management standards and their implementation.  Generally, ISO 9000 will be the focus of this class; but other quality system standards may also be included based on local industry demand such as ISO 16949 or ISO 13485.  Students will develop a mock quality system that addresses each element of the current revision of the quality system(s) studied including manual and supporting documentation.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

  1. Understand each element of the current revision of the ISO 9001 quality management system. [f]
  2. Differentiate between internal and external customers. [e]
  3. Identify and analyze customer feedback methodologies. [e]
  4. Identify obstacles to successful implementation. [e,f]
  5. Describe the role of third-party registration. [f]
  6. Construct a Quality System Manual. [i]
  7. Develop communication skills both written and oral. [f]
  8. Identify the basic principles of auditing. [e]
  9. Plan an internal audit. [e]
  10. Conduct an internal audit. [e]
  11. Prepare a written report of an internal audit. [e,f]
  12. Identify the parts of a supplier management process including performance measures. [e,f]
  13. Understand the overall organization as an interconnected system. [e,f]
  14. Prepare a corrective action preventative action report (CAPA) [e,f]
  15.   Demonstrate ability to read and interpret technical documents. [b,e]
  16.   Demonstrate ability to use various types of software applicable to course. [a]

Note: Letters following objectives correspond to ATMAE Outcomes

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -

  • ISO 9001    
  • Internal/External Customers
  • Customer Feedback    
  • Supplier Management
  • Supplier Performance Measure    
  • CAPA
  • Quality Manual    
  • Quality System Development
  • Quality Audits    
  • Third Party Registration

GRADING POLICY

A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 0-59

Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)