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Automotive Quality Standards and Compliance Training Course.

Introduction

The automotive industry operates within a highly regulated environment where quality standards and compliance are essential to ensure the safety, reliability, and performance of vehicles and their components. This training course focuses on the key quality standards, certifications, and compliance requirements in the automotive industry, such as IATF 16949, ISO/TS 16949, and various regulatory guidelines. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of how these standards are implemented, audited, and maintained across the supply chain to meet both manufacturer and customer requirements. The course also covers key quality assurance tools and practices used to ensure continuous improvement and product excellence in automotive manufacturing.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand Automotive Quality Standards: Gain a thorough understanding of the global automotive quality standards, including IATF 16949, ISO/TS 16949, and others.
  2. Comprehend the Regulatory Landscape: Learn about the regulatory frameworks and certifications required to operate within the automotive sector.
  3. Implement Quality Management Systems (QMS): Understand how to implement and manage an effective QMS in the automotive industry.
  4. Conduct Quality Audits: Learn how to conduct internal and external audits in line with automotive quality standards.
  5. Ensure Compliance with Industry Regulations: Explore strategies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and customer specifications in the automotive industry.
  6. Apply Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions: Master problem-solving techniques such as root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
  7. Foster Continuous Improvement in Automotive Manufacturing: Understand how to foster a culture of continuous improvement to drive higher quality standards in automotive manufacturing processes.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for:

  • Quality Managers and Engineers working in automotive manufacturing or related industries.
  • Production Managers and Supervisors seeking to ensure product quality and compliance within automotive production lines.
  • Quality Auditors tasked with auditing automotive suppliers and internal processes.
  • Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Officers in the automotive industry.
  • Supply Chain Professionals working with automotive suppliers and manufacturers to ensure quality and compliance.
  • Automotive Product Designers and Developers who need to integrate quality standards into the product development cycle.
  • Consultants and Trainers specializing in automotive quality and compliance.

Day-by-Day Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Automotive Quality Standards

  • Overview of the Automotive Industry Quality Landscape:
    • Importance of quality in the automotive sector: safety, customer satisfaction, and regulatory requirements.
    • Key players and regulatory bodies in the automotive industry (e.g., ISO, IATF, OEMs).
  • Automotive Quality Standards:
    • Introduction to IATF 16949: Requirements and scope.
    • ISO/TS 16949 and its transition to IATF 16949.
    • Key principles of the automotive quality management system (QMS).
    • Other relevant standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
  • Structure of Automotive Quality Systems:
    • Key components of a QMS for the automotive industry: leadership, planning, support, operation, performance evaluation, and improvement.
    • Document control and process management in automotive QMS.

Day 2: Regulatory Compliance and Certification Requirements

  • Regulatory Requirements for Automotive Manufacturers:
    • Understanding global automotive regulatory requirements: EU regulations, North American standards, and others.
    • Certification bodies and the certification process for IATF 16949.
    • Supplier and sub-supplier certification requirements and expectations.
  • Automotive Safety and Environmental Standards:
    • Overview of key safety standards (e.g., crash tests, crash avoidance systems).
    • Environmental compliance: emission standards, fuel efficiency requirements, and waste management.
  • Understanding Customer-Specific Requirements:
    • Customer expectations for quality in automotive manufacturing: Tier 1, Tier 2 suppliers.
    • Importance of meeting customer-specific requirements and how to document and maintain them.

Day 3: Implementing Quality Management Systems (QMS) in Automotive Manufacturing

  • Developing and Implementing a QMS:
    • Steps to develop a Quality Management System tailored to automotive production.
    • Roles and responsibilities within the QMS: leadership commitment, quality objectives, and resource management.
    • Aligning the QMS with IATF 16949 requirements.
  • Process Management and Control:
    • Process mapping and control within automotive manufacturing.
    • Key performance indicators (KPIs) for automotive quality.
    • Statistical process control (SPC) and its role in automotive production.
  • Risk Management and Failure Modes:
    • Introduction to Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
    • Risk management techniques in automotive manufacturing.
    • Proactive problem-solving through process improvement.

Day 4: Quality Audits in the Automotive Sector

  • Conducting Internal and Supplier Audits:
    • The purpose and benefits of internal audits in automotive quality.
    • Audit preparation, execution, and reporting.
    • Best practices for supplier audits: evaluating suppliers’ QMS, monitoring performance, and maintaining quality.
  • Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action:
    • Introduction to root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective and preventive action (CAPA).
    • Tools for RCA: Fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, Pareto analysis.
    • Developing and implementing effective CAPA in automotive manufacturing.
  • Audit Management and Reporting:
    • How to prepare for IATF 16949 audits.
    • Documenting non-conformances and findings.
    • Auditing tools for effective reporting and communication.

Day 5: Continuous Improvement and Advanced Quality Tools in Automotive Manufacturing

  • Driving Continuous Improvement in Automotive Manufacturing:
    • Lean manufacturing principles and their role in automotive quality improvement.
    • Six Sigma in automotive production: reducing defects, improving processes.
    • Kaizen and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) in the automotive sector.
  • Advanced Quality Tools for Problem-Solving:
    • Using advanced tools such as SPC, MSA (Measurement Systems Analysis), and DOE (Design of Experiments).
    • Integrating quality tools into daily operations for continuous improvement.
  • Fostering a Culture of Quality:
    • Engaging employees in quality improvement initiatives.
    • Leadership and employee involvement in driving quality standards.
    • Best practices for establishing a quality culture across departments.
  • Case Study:
    • Participants will analyze a real-world case of quality improvement in an automotive manufacturing environment and discuss lessons learned.

Date

Jun 16 - 20 2025
Ongoing...

Time

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Durations

5 Days

Location

Dubai

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