Modern DOE for Process Optimization
**Distance Learning version**
Use State-of-the-Art DOE Tools to Make Breakthrough Improvements and Optimize the Final Results
This 15-hour workshop on factorial and response surface methods is a "light" version of our in-person 3-day (24-hour) workshop.
This Modern DOE course brings new insights into one fast-paced course! Find out how to make breakthrough improvements using powerful design of experiments (DOE) techniques. Start by learning about using factorial designs for finding which factors you need to focus on. Discover previously unknown interactions that often prove to be the key to success. Learn how to best use modern small-run designs to save time and money experimenting. Transition from factorials to response surface methods to optimize your products and processes. Tie all of this together by learning how to use powerful ANOVA analysis methods that give you confidence in your findings.
Regular price: $1390. Enroll now for the limited-time "COVID-19" price of $695. Valid through August 31.
Apply Tried and True Techniques
This workshop covers the practical aspects of DOE. (Students may purchase the optional DOE Simplified book for reference.) You learn all about simple but powerful two-level factorial designs. During this DOE workshop, you will discover how to effectively:
- Understand the motivation for factorial designs
- Implement the DOE planning process
- Interpret analysis of variance (ANOVA)
- Discover hidden interactions
- Capitalize on efficient small-run fractional designs for screening or characterization
- Use power to properly size designs
- Determine when to use transformations
- Explore multilevel categoric factors
- Follow the strategy of experimentation from screening to response surface methods
- Set up central composite (CCD) and optimal designs
- Select appropriate regression models
- Optimize multiple responses
"Practical. Good mix of theory and application." —Chris Easter, Metallurgist
Simulations Provide Practice
Use Design-Expert® software to practice designing and analyzing experiments throughout the workshop. The software provides easy-to-use graphical tools to find key variables and view results. You will be given all simulation and data files used in class.
This course will be run as five (5) half-day Zoom sessions - Monday - Friday (9:00am - 12:30pm US Central Time) in the stated week. Sessions will be recorded in case of a missed session.
Course contents subject to change.
Session 1
- Introduction to Factorial Design
- HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT: 2^4 full factorial tutorial
Session 2
- Enhancements for Design and Analysis of Factorials
- Blocking
Session 3
- Fractional Factorial Designs
- Small Factorial Designs
Session 4
- Factorial with Center Points and RSM Introduction
- Response Surface Designs and Analysis
- Central Composite Designs
- HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT: Response surface design
Session 5
- Optimal Designs
- Brief intro to Mixture Design
- Next Steps
It will be assumed that all students have completed the following prerequisites. This knowledge is essential for success in the course.
Knowledge of basic statistics (mean and standard deviation), and exposure to simple comparative experiments (e.g. two-sample t-test) are required. To refresh these skills and review basic concepts and terminology, please take the online PreDOE course prior to the workshop. It takes 2-3 hours to complete. You can work at your own pace. Access the PreDOE here.
Basic knowledge of Design-Expert software is assumed. If you are not familiar with the software, then please download a trial of Design-Expert software (if you do not already have access to it) and work through the first tutorial: One Factor - Bowling, found in the Help system. This will show you how to navigate and introduce the basics.
PDHs: 15 (equals 1.5 CEUs)
This course will be held via Zoom Meetings. You will need to download the Zoom Cloud Meeting app prior to the first session.
Recommended Texts and Software
- DOE Simplified: Practical Tools for Effective Experimentation, 3rd Edition by Anderson & Whitcomb
- Design-Expert® software for experimental design
Purchase the recommended text or software at the time of registration to receive a 20% discount.
Host this class at your company!
Request a quote today - call our Lead Client Specialist at 612.378.9449 or email workshops@statease.com.Public Workshops
2020
Modern DOE for Process Optimization
Optimize your processes by mastering factorial and response surface designs in this 1-week (5 half-day sessions) instructor-led online course. 9:00am - 12:30pm (USA Central Time)
Regular price $795.
COVID-19 reduced price: $695.
September 21 - 25
Modern DOE for Process Optimization
Optimize your processes by mastering factorial and response surface designs in this 1-week (5 half-day sessions) instructor-led online course. 9:00am - 12:30pm (USA Central Time)
Regular price $795.
December 7 - 11