Introduction to Quality Engineering (Udemy.com)
Quality Engineering Fundamentals: Calibration, Data Analysis, and Root Cause Tools for Technicians and Engineers
Created by: Ray Harkins
Last updated August 2026
What you will learn
- Typical roles and responsibilities of a quality engineer
- Fundamentals of part and process measurement
- Fundamental of calibration and gage error assessment
- The Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Process control plans
- The major strategies and ideas of root cause analysis and process improvement
- Overviews of the Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma improvement frameworks
- Thoughts on training, management and leadership
How it compares
Against the other 1,210 rated Udemy courses in Business on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.7 out of 5higher than 90% of them
- Reviews1,024#450 of 1,211 by number of reviews
- Length4.8 hourslonger than 68% of them
- Last updatedAugust 2026more recently than 87% of them
Course Description
Whether you're stepping into a quality role for the first time or sharpening your skills to take on bigger responsibilities, this course is your starting point.
Quality Engineers play critical technical leadership roles in today’s manufacturing world. They’re problem solvers, risk mitigators, systems thinkers—and they’re often on the fast track to senior management. But how do you break into this profession, or build a strong foundation that sets you apart?
This course was built for professionals who want to understand and apply the most important tools of quality engineering—without getting buried in technical jargon.
What You'll Learn:
You’ll gain a strong, practical understanding of 12 key areas of quality engineering, including:
Part and Process Measurement
Calibration and Measurement System Error
Data Analysis and Visualization
Risk Analysis and Quality Planning
Quality Systems and Auditing
Root Cause Analysis and Process Improvement
Training and Leadership in a Technical Environment
Why This Course Is Different:
Career-Focused: Designed for engineers, technicians, and professionals ready to move up or move into quality.
Real-World Ready: You’ll learn proven concepts and strategies used by top manufacturers and quality teams today.
Built for Clarity: No unnecessary jargon. No filler. Just what works.
Endless Value: Lifetime access, downloadable templates, and ongoing updates included.
Who This Course Is For:
This course is ideal for:
Quality Technicians, Coordinators, or Auditors ready to level up
Engineers and Manufacturing Professionals transitioning into quality roles
Six Sigma Green or Black Belts looking to expand their technical base
Technical professionals seeking a broader systems perspective
Anyone preparing for more advanced certifications like CQE, CMQ/OE, or CQA
What Students Are Saying:
“Excellent introduction to QE for newcomers and a great refresher for more experienced QE professionals.” – Daryle S.
“A great review of what I learned in my Green and Black Belt courses.” – Kris S.
“Very good material for new and aspiring QEs, and also for seasoned professionals.” – Bien L.
What You Get:
High-quality, easy-to-understand video lectures
Templates, examples, and practical exercises
Lifetime access and all future updates
Direct access to your instructor for questions
Ready to Build Skills That Matter?
If you’re ready to gain a solid foundation in quality engineering—with concepts you can apply right away in manufacturing, quality, or engineering environments—then this is the course for you.
Enroll now and start your journey into the field of quality engineering!
Instructor Details
- 4.7 Rating
1,024 Reviews
Ray Harkins
Ray Harkins is a senior manufacturing leader, educator, and founder of The Manufacturing Academy, with more than 30 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, quality engineering and management, and operations leadership. He currently serves as a General Manager in manufacturing, overseeing operations, quality, engineering, and continuous improvement while remaining actively engaged in solving the day-to-day challenges faced by manufacturers.
After beginning his career in manufacturing engineering, Ray expanded into quality and operations leadership, working alongside leading industry professionals throughout North America and Japan and touring hundreds of manufacturing facilities. These experiences shaped his belief that manufacturing professionals deserve practical training that they can immediately apply to improve quality, productivity, and their careers.
That philosophy has guided the development of more than 60 online courses covering Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control, Supply Chain Analytics, Manufacturing Leadership, Reliability Engineering, and Operations Management. His courses are used by individual professionals and corporate training departments worldwide and have helped more than 140,000 students build practical skills and advance their careers.
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Reviews
By Kashish Naik on 5/1/2026
great, i as a quality control engineer in automobile sector with 1 years of experience learning something new and familiar to my work. this course will Help me to improve more and more.
By Nancy Afandi on 12/21/2025
As a newly Greenbelt certified professional, i am quite impressed with how this class is organized as well as the detailed material shared essential in the manufacturing industry. Thank you for explaining on GRR and RPN in detail.
By Pandiyaraj C on 12/8/2025
it's a good course for beginners to know about what is Quality Engineering and what they will do in industry. such a amezing course, his explanation is good. thank you so much for bringing this course to us. appreciating your effort
By Jasmine Burton on 10/28/2025
So far, I'm familiar with much of the subject matter and looking forward to expanding my knowledge and depth. I like that this is an introduction, so I can gauge my current knowledge and where I care to delve in deeper with specific topics.
By Riwa Fahed Harb on 10/17/2024
My experience in this course was enlightening and a great match for my interests. I appreciated how the curriculum balanced theory and practical applications. Learning about statistical tools and the excel applications was engaging.
By Rajesh Nattanmai on 9/10/2024
Very good introduction to quality engineering, started as a quality engineer recently having previously worked as an engineer in my previous job. Although I’m not a beginner having has some experience in quality I think this laid out all the relevant skills, and help me focus on particular areas where I need to develop further.
By Siddhi Sanjay Fulari on 1/29/2024
Ray Harkins is such a great tutor. I have taken his other class on Poka Yoke. And even there he explained with such detail and using lots of real life examples. It is really great to be learning under enthusiastic teachers. Thanks a lot!
By HsiaoChi Su on 1/10/2024
Ray Harkins is really a great teacher, I have learned a lot through this start class. It's just like build up a house, you learn from very basic concept but a good and solid way to consolidate the learning of quality knowledge.
By Darryl Aho on 7/26/2023
I decided to take this class to brush off some old skills, and get a refresher. This class covers each topic at a very high level so the student understands the concepts, and can apply the concept to their individual situation. Ray explains everything very well; clear, concise, and direct language. I wouldn't hesitate to reccomend the class to any interested in this topic.
By Amy Li on 12/27/2022
I work as part of quality but in a different area. This course gives me an overview of what my colleagues in the "real quality" are doing, understand their languages more. As for myself, I understood a bit more deeply of what quality is.
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