Home Training & Resources E-Learning
Parent Page

Core Tools Overview e-Learning

This course will provide a brief summary of the AIAG Core Tools APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA. The primary focus will be to create awareness of the AIAG Core Tools, with an overview of how they can help your organization in its journey through the never ending quest for continual improvement. For a more in-depth look at APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA please see our Related Information for more classes focused on implementing each of these subjects.

Credits
0.20

What will I learn?

The Core Tool manuals that will be discussed at a cursory level are:

    • APQP - Advanced Product Quality Planning
    • PPAP - Production Part Approval Process
    • FMEA - Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
    • SPC - Statistical Process Control
    • MSA - Measurement Systems Analysis


    Who should attend?

    Individuals looking to understand basic knowledge and determine applications of each of the AIAG Core Tools.

    Requirements

    You will have access to the course for 60 days from date of enrollment.

    Approximate time to complete: 2-3 hours

    Certificates

    Certificate of Completion

    • The certificate is sent via email and is also accessible under your account on our website.

    for members

    $0

    $150 for non-members

    Log In to Purchase

    Learn about AIAG Membership
    See all member benefits or contact
    membershipservices@aiag.org

    Need assistance?
    Contact trainingcontact@aiag.org

    Getting Started

    Unlock AIAG’s expertise — tools, training, and best practices for automotive excellence — through our Beginner’s Guide and Diagnose Your Challenges resources.

    learn more

    Industry Insights

    Build on collective automotive industry intelligence by exploring our blog, supply chain podcast co-hosted by AIAG, and volunteer success stories.

    learn more

    Related Content

    Quality
    Core Tools Self-Assessment
    Need to determine basic competency in the Quality Core Tools (i.e., APQP, Control Plan, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC)? Reflecting information all industry quality professionals should know - and developed with the required knowledge for third-party IATF ...
    Register
    Quality
    FMEA Certification Exam
    Competency qualification by AIAG in FMEA 4th Edition verifies an individual's competency in failure mode and effects analysis techniques as defined in AIAG's FMEA 4th Edition reference manual. The individual is able to apply and communicate the metho...
    Register
    Quality
    MSA Certification Exam
    Competency qualification by AIAG in MSA verifies an individual's competency in measurement systems analysis techniques as defined in AIAG's MSA reference manual. The individual is able to analyze measurement systems, explain them, and as a result, ca...
    Register
    Quality
    SPC Certification Exam
    Certification by AIAG in SPC confirms an individual's proficiency in statistical process control techniques as defined in the SPC reference manual. The individual is able to apply and communicate them, and as a result, can successfully support the mo...
    Register
    Quality
    Understanding and Implementing FMEA
    Establish the foundation to avoid Murphy's Law; things that could go wrong don't have to when you learn to use FMEAs successfully. This course will teach you the skills to understand and use FMEAs and the concept of risk reduction and defect preventi...
    Register
    Quality
    Potential Failure Mode & Effects Analysis
    FMEA methodology is used to identify potential failure modes before they occur, allowing for the implementation of controls that drive the highest quality in product design and manufacturing. The AIAG FMEA 4th Edition handbook clarifies questions co...
    learn more
    Quality
    Measurement Systems Analysis
    Measurement data is used in nearly every manufacturing process. As the quality of the data improves, the quality of decisions improves. This guide will help you assess the quality of your measurement systems, providing a basis for recognizing where...
    learn more
    Quality
    Production Part Approval Process
    PPAP is the industry standard that defines the production part approval process and demonstrates engineering design records and specification requirements are achieved by the supplier's manufacturing process. The PPAP guideline provides the minimum ...
    learn more
    Quality
    Statistical Process Control
    Continuous improvement is vital to prospering in today's economy. This guide provides several basic and advanced statistical methods that can be used to make your manufacturing improvements more effective, resulting in products and services that imp...
    learn more

      Customer Service Hotline

      1.877.275.2424
      Who We Are

      The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) is a unique not-for-profit organization where OEMs, suppliers, service providers, government entities, and individuals in academia have worked collaboratively for more than 42 years to drive down costs and complexity from the automotive supply chain. AIAG membership includes leading global manufacturers, parts suppliers, and service providers.

      Main Navigation
      Membership

      © All Rights Reserved, Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG)

      Terms and Conditions

      ×

      By accepting these terms, you agree to the following:

      • You will not distribute this electronic document to unauthorized users
      • You will not make unauthorized copies of this document
      • You acknowledge that this document is protected by copyright
      • Usage is subject to AIAG's terms and conditions

      Course Survey

      ×