Certified Quality Assurance and Quality Control Inspector

• Introduction to Quality Assurance and Quality Control

  • Definitions and differences between QA and QC
  • Importance of QA/QC in industry
  • Historical evolution of quality management

• Quality Management Systems (QMS)

  • Overview of ISO 9001 and other relevant standards
  • Implementation and maintenance of QMS
  • Roles and responsibilities of QA/QC inspectors

• Inspection Techniques and Procedures

  • Types of inspections (incoming, in-process, final)
  • Inspection planning and preparation
  • Using inspection tools and equipment

• Statistical Process Control (SPC)

  • Introduction to SPC tools and techniques
  • Control charts and their applications
  • Process capability analysis

• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Methods

  • Overview of NDT techniques (e.g., ultrasonic, radiographic, magnetic particle, dye penetrant)
  • Applications and limitations of NDT methods
  • Interpreting NDT results

• Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving

  • Techniques for identifying root causes of defects
  • Corrective and preventive actions
  • Tools for problem solving (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone diagram)

• Quality Audits

  • Types of quality audits (internal, external, supplier)
  • Planning and conducting quality audits
  • Reporting audit findings and follow-up actions

• Documentation and Record Keeping

  • Importance of documentation in QA/QC
  • Best practices for maintaining accurate and comprehensive records
  • Document control procedures

• Compliance and Regulatory Requirements

  • Understanding industry-specific regulations and standards
  • Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Conducting compliance audits

• Ethics and Professionalism in QA/QC

  • Ethical considerations in quality inspection
  • Professional behavior and communication
  • Maintaining impartiality and objectivity

This course is suitable for:

• Quality control inspectors and technicians seeking certification.
• Quality assurance professionals aiming to enhance their skills.
• Production and manufacturing personnel responsible for quality.
• Engineers and supervisors involved in quality management.
• Individuals aspiring to start a career in quality assurance and quality control.

Upon completion of the Certified Quality Assurance and Quality Control Inspector (CQA/QCI) Course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the principles and practices of quality assurance and quality control.
• Implement and maintain quality management systems.
• Perform various types of inspections using appropriate techniques and tools.
• Utilize statistical process control methods to monitor and improve processes.
• Conduct non-destructive testing and interpret results accurately.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct quality audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records to support QA/QC activities.
• Uphold ethical standards and professionalism in all QA/QC tasks.

Learners can take the course test after studying the course material and passing the module quizzes. The purpose of the course exam is to gauge how well the students have understood the topic. Multiple-choice questions drawn from our sizable question library make up course exams.

Pattern:

• Time allowed is 3 hours and exam will be open book.
• To pass the test, you must receive a minimum score of 65%.
• You can repeat the exam if you don't pass the first time.
• Exams can only be taken three (3) times in a 48-hour period by students.
• Students must wait 48 hours before taking the test again after their third try. Students should reread the course material to increase their understanding during this period.
• You cannot repeat the test to get a better score if you pass.
• There isn't a thorough programme exam available right now. Students must succeed on all of their course exams in order to finish the programme.