Fundamentals of Quality Assurance

This course provides an introduction to quality assurance and control programs within a business organization. Topics include the nature and history of quality, factors which affect quality, quality inspection, and verification. The course will also deal with collection, analysis, and interpretation of data, histograms and frequency distributions, probability and its applications, normal and binomial curves, control charts for variables and attributes and statistical sampling.

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Upcoming Sessions

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  • OnlineClosed

    MAY 12-AUG 18

    Reference number
    CRN 30424
    Course fee$381.37

    Registration closed

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    SEP 08-DEC 15

    Reference number
    CRN 11251
    Course fee$381.37

Course Materials

Course Textbooks

The following textbooks are required for this course unless otherwise stated. Make sure you have acquired these materials before your course starts.

Please review our textbook website for guidance on purchasing a textbook. If you are unsuccessful in obtaining a textbook, please contact onlinelearning@confederationcollege.ca immediately.

  • Required Textbook

    Quality Improvement

    by Dale H. Besterfield

    Publisher
    Pearson
    Edition
    9th
    ISBN9780132624411
    Course CodeCG-QUAL1030Registration CodeCF-OL189

Online Learning

How this course is delivered

This course is delivered fully online through OntarioLearn, a partnership of Ontario colleges — study from anywhere with an internet connection, on a schedule that fits around work and family.

  • Learn Anytime

    No live lectures — course content is available 24/7.

  • Weekly Structure

    Follow a weekly course schedule with set tasks.

  • Multimedia Content

    Learn through modules, videos, forums, assignments, and quizzes.

  • Instructor Support

    Facilitators are available to answer questions and provide feedback.

  • Independent Learning

    It’s self-study — be ready to push yourself and stay on track.

  • Time Commitment

    Expect around 5–12 hours per week, depending on your familiarity with the subject.