Statistical Process Control and Quality Improvement (4th Edition)

Introduces readers to the basic applications and concepts of Statistical Process Control, providing a solid foundation in charts, scales, and analyzing process capability. Includes lab exercises for each chapter and informational boxes that emphasize important concepts. Previous edition: c1991. DLC: Process control--statistical methods.

This new edition of Statistical Process Control and Quality Improvement introduces readers to the basic concepts and applications of Statistical Process Control (SPC). Providing a "math friendly" environment, the text gives readers a solid foundation in control charts—including setting scales, charting, interpreting, and analyzing process capability. Problem-solving techniques are emphasized, and all learning is linked to the implementation of SPC in the workplace.

Some features of the new edition include:

• An expanded discussion of linear regression.
• Presents readers with the application of the linear regression mode on statistical calculators.
• Expanded discussion of Walter Shewhart's contribution to control charts.
• Provides readers with a better understanding of the concepts.
• Lab exercises for each chapter.
• Offers hands-on opportunity to practice and apply learned concepts.
• Informational boxes.
• Highlights definitions and formulas without interrupting the flow of the text, making the text easier to use and to study from.
• Increased number of exercises, with answers to odd-numbered questions at the end of the book.
• Gives readers an increased opportunity to solve problems and check results, and to thereby master the course material.