SPC

Question 1

What is Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Answer 1

A methodology for monitoring a process to
identify special causes of variation and signal
the need to take corrective action when
appropriate.

Question 2

What is the Pareto Principal?

Answer 2

The pareto principle is known also as the 80/20 rule for example: 80% of Land in Italy is owned by 20% of the population or 80% of peas are grown by 20% of the pea pods

Question 3

What is the fishbone diagram

Answer 3

Picture composed of lines and symbols
designed to represent a meaningful
relationship between an effect and its causes

Question 4

What are Check Sheets?

Answer 4

The main purpose is to ensure that the data
are collected carefully and accurately by
operating personnel for process control and
problem solving

Question 5

What is a process flow diagram?

Answer 5

It is a schematic diagram that shows the flow
of the product or service as it moves through
the various processing stations or operations

Question 6

What is a scatter diagram?

Answer 6

The simplest way to determine if a cause and effect relationship exists between two variables

Question 7

what is a Histogram?

Answer 7

Graphically shows the process capability and, if
desired, the relationship to the specifications
and the nominal

Question 8

What is a control chart?

Answer 8

Focuses attention on detecting and
monitoring process variation over time
* Distinguishes special from common causes of
variation