Introduction to Lean Six Sigma

Course code ELRT 1005

Credit 1.0

Length 25.0 hours

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Students will be introduced to the Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma methodology and apply their knowledge to transactional and operational processes, as well as products. Additionally, learners will be able to identify root causes of moderately complex problems, and find and implement solutions.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Overview of Six Sigma
  • The evaluation process
  • Define phase
  • Measure phase
  • Analyze phase
  • Improve phase
  • Control phase
  • Process mapping
  • Toyota production system leadership values and Lean enterprise culture

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
70751 September 10, 2026
to December 3, 2026
Lecture VCC Broadway Building A See full schedule
72953 September 10, 2026
to December 3, 2026
Lecture VCC Broadway Building A See full schedule

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

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Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.