This two-day course provides an overview of the changes between AIAG APQP 2^nd and 3^rd edition AIAG APQP 2^nd and Control Plan 1^st Edition focusing on the tools, procedures and reporting requirements specified in the Advanced Product Quality Planning reference manual, detailing the critical steps in the Product Quality Planning Cycle. Also, how the Control Plan is an integral part of APQP process and a living document evolving to incorporate improvements and lessons learned as they occur, and built, according to the various stages of product development (Prototype, Pre-Launch, and Production).

Course aim:

This two-day course has been designed and developed to provide an overview of the key changes of the AIAG APQP 3rd Edition manual and its linkages to PPAP 4th Edition requirements, and the Control Plan methodology aligned to each product development phase, such as prototype, pre-launch, safe-launch, and production. It defines the information required and the alignment with the Process Failure Modes and Effect Analysis.

How will I benefit? 

Delegates will benefit by gaining, advancing or update their understanding of the AIAG APQP 3rd Edition and AIAG Control Plan 1st Edition reference manuals which update and replace the previous version (AIAG APQP and Control Plan Manual 2nd Edition).

What will I learn?

On completion, successful delegates will be able to advance and enhance / update their current knowledge and skills regarding the AIAG APQP 3rd Edition and Control Plan 1^st Edition.

Delegates will have the knowledge to:

• Explain the APQP process steps in detail and how they apply to different organizations.
• Explain and discuss examples of the APQP process for different applications/scenarios.
• Identify the activities involved in the Control Plan process.
• Explain the Control Plan process steps in detail and how they apply to different organizations.
• Explain and discuss examples of the Control Plan process for different applications/scenarios.
• Identify the activities involved in the APQP process

Delegates will have the skills to:

• Become a productive member of a product quality planning team.
• Apply the steps involved for an APQP Cycle
• Apply the steps involved for effective development of a Control Plan utilizing Control Plan methodology. 

Who should attend?

Project Managers responsible for the implementation of new programmes or projects, engineering and quality team members working within a project teams, members of a leadership team responsible for the introduction of new product or processes and any individual working within the automotive sector whose organisation is accredited to IATF 16949.

1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd Party Auditors who expand their knowledge and understanding to meet the needs of the automotive sector aligned with IATF 16949 requirements.

Duration

Two-day

How will I learn?

Our high-impact accelerated learning approach increases learning by improving knowledge retention and skill application. This course is activity-based, resulting in a deeper understanding of the material and a greater impact on job performance.

What will I gain?

On completion, you’ll be awarded an internationally recognized BSI training course certificate.

Prerequisites 

There are no formal prerequisites for this course, however, it is recommended that you should have the knowledge of IATF 16949:2016 and the automotive core tools (PFMEA, APQP, Control Plan Methodology, MSA, SPC and PPAP).

Related training

IATF 16949 Requirements Training Course.
Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) Training Course.
Process Failure Mode and Effect Analysis Training Course
Statistical Process Control Training Course
Measurement System Analysis Training Course

Course Materials

Soft Copy: You will receive an email prior to the course with instructions on how to access the online Student Handbook, which can be viewed, downloaded or printed.

Course Logistics

If your class is Live Online:
Students need to connect to the class from any internet accessible location.
Webcam and Microphone are REQUIRED.

ALL course times shown are US EASTERN TIME.

If your class is In-person :
You are encouraged to bring a laptop with you to class.
*Session lengths could vary depending on amount of class discussion.