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    QAS 525 - ISO 9000 and the Audit Function

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    A study of the ISO 9000 series of quality system standards with emphasis on manufacturing and service industry applications. The studies address the standards interpretation, documentation and implementation including preparation for and creation of internal and external audits.

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    QAS 526 - Supplier Quality Assurance

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    The coursework encompasses a study of the fundamental quality requirements attendant to the successful procurement and delivery of the end item products or services. It includes the basic supplier issues of specifications, site inspection, selection, rating, certification, and related quality audits …more

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    QAS 527 - Quality Measurement

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    The study of Quality Metrics and their application throughout the life cycle of a product or service in a business entity. The study includes Quality Standards, Customer Satisfaction, Quality Tools, Continuous Improvement, Cost of Quality, Supplier and System Auditing.

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    QAS 530 - Statistical Quality Control for Service Professionals

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    Techniques for applying Statistical Quality Control (SQC) in controlling processes and delivering customer services are learned. Students will examine methods for establishing and maintaining SPC, QC auditing, and sampling, and continuous improvement in the service, health care, and public sectors.

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    QAS 531 - Customer Satisfaction and Quality Assurance

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    An in-depth study of current methods for obtaining customer satisfaction. Examines the techniques for determining customer needs and the development of customer service strategy quality control criteria.

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    QAS 532 - Quality Assurance of the Service Delivery Process

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    Analyzes processes used to deliver service and methods used to assure satisfaction. Examines the relationship of Strategic Quality Planning, the Delivery Process, and the usage of TQC and Quality Assurance to achieve strategic goals.

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    QAS 534 - Change Management

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    In depth analysis of current theory, empirical research and best practices related to effective implementation of Quality improvement methodologies that result in desired organizational change, both cultural and operational.

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    QAS 535 - Lean Manufacturing (Lean Thinking)

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    In depth study of the theory and practices of lean production. Covers waste minimization, interrelationships among various components of a system, theories of leadership and management, and process variability reduction.

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    QAS 536 - Six Sigma Principles and Applications

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    In-depth study of the application of the six sigma process; covers content of the methodology areas of Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control (DMAIC) including team concepts, project management, advanced statistical process control and techniques, and measurement systems analysis.

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    QAS 537 - Quality Function Deployment: Understanding Customer Requirements

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    In-depth study of the theory and application of the quality management process, Quality Function Deployment, for designing customer requirements into products and services. Course will evaluate the tools of QFD and study their application in analysis of customer requirements.

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    QAS 538 - Evaluation and Outcome Analysis for Healthcare Delivery

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    Examines operational and statistical techniques used to monitor, control, and improve the quality of services provided by healthcare. Considers the tools of quality and their direct application to practical situations and healthcare processes.

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    QAS 539 - Good Manufacturing Practices

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    FDA Good Manufacturing Practice regulations as applied to medical device (21 CFR 820) and pharmaceutical production (21 CFR 210,211). Device design covers development, manufacturing, quality records, management, and organizational requirements. Pharmaceutical includes personnel, facilities, and equi …more

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    QAS 540 - Food & Drug Law

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    This course is designed to provide a practical interpretation of the Food and Drug laws and interpretations for professionals who are providing products or services in industries regulated by the Food and Drug Administration.

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    QAS 541 - Biomedical Quality Control Methods

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    In-depth study of quality control disciplines as applied to medical device, pharmaceutical and/or biologics regulated environments. Topics include influencing discipline and applying models; methods that monitor, maintain and/or improve product or service quality; operational efficiency.

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    QAS 542 - Risk Management in FDA Related Industries

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    Risk Management as applied to FDA-regulated and other industries (product and process-related); emphasizes application of risk management tools, plan and program from inception of product and process until and including manufacturing process and field experience of the product , process or service.

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    QAS 545 - Laboratory Conformity Assessment

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    An in-depth discussion of equipment, principles, and techniques of conformity assessment. Introduction to basic principles and fundamental concepts of quality, quantifying techniques (measurement) as part of the larger, conducing umbrella of conformity, including domestic and international standards …more

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    QAS 546 - Case Studies in Quality

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    Review, analyze, and effectively write responses to situations initiated through quality-based cases and/or scenarios with the intent to apply technical knowledge, critical thinking, and information to practical use in the quality field.

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    QAS 594 - Independent Study

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    Independent or group research on special projects under the direction of a full-time faculty member of the MSQA program. Topics may vary. Recent topics have included ISO 9000, the QA Auditing Function, and Quality Concepts in Health Care Services.

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    QAS 595 - Case Studies in Quality

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    Students will learn the purpose of case studies, how to analyze and present solutions to management based on a given case study, and be able to explain decisions regarding a quality-related issue based on the situation presented. Students will work in a small diverse group to learn ways to address a …more

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    QAS 598 - Directed Research

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    A course of study designed cooperatively by student and instructor, and approved by the Academic Coordinator in which the student will apply quality assurance theory and principles to a particular occupational setting relevant to his/her professional interests and goals. This course is designed to p …more