Learning 7 Quality Tools

This training is completely self-paced, so you can begin at any time and set your own pace. Training duration is 30 days from signup/assigned date.

On purchase, or if company enrols you in a training, you will receive an email invitation to signup on the portal. Upon login you can access assigned/purchased trainings from "My Courses/Trainings" tab. You can access the trainings from any device with a live Internet connection. The training will work on a desktop, laptop, tablet, and smartphone.

Online trainings provide unparalleled convenience and flexibility. You can take the training anytime and anywhere; on any device you own.

You can email your instructor directly at training@foodvisioninc.com or utilize the training discussion board.

Currently trainings are offered in English language only.

Training is in audio visual format. You need to watch all the videos. 

Trainee must have basic understandings of English language. Trainee must have a computer/mobile/tablet along with stable internet connection to attempt the training. Trainee must be familiar with basic use of computer.

Conceptual understanding from video lectures will be examined by an exam (where applicable) (multiple choice, true/false etc). You need to watch all the videos to complete the course.

Soft copy of test results (if applicable) will be emailed right after test submission. You can always access your current and previous results from your portal using your credentials.

Course completion/qualification certificates will be awarded to qualifying trainees right after course completion or exam submission through email. Trainees can download and print it later from their respective portals.

Full refund before the course is attempted, No refund will be processed if a candidate has started a course.

The seven basic QC tools are: Cause and Effect Diagram (Fishbone/Ishikawa), Check Sheet, Control Chart, Histogram, Pareto Chart, Scatter Diagram, and Flow Chart/Stratification. This course covers each tool in detail across Modules 3 through 10. ASQ - Seven Basic Quality Tools.

The tools are used to collect data, analyze processes, identify root causes, prioritize problems, and monitor process stability. They can be applied at any stage of the problem‑solving lifecycle. The second learning objective covers “Why and When to Use Basic QC Tools.” ISO 13053 – Quantitative methods in process improvement – Six Sigma.

A check sheet is a structured form for collecting and categorizing data as it is observed. It is commonly used for defect tracking, cause verification, and frequency analysis. Module 3 covers check sheets. see Smart Root Cause Analysis for deeper investigation techniques.

A cause and effect diagram (fishbone diagram) helps teams brainstorm and organize potential causes of a problem. It structures analysis around categories such as methods, materials, equipment, people, measurement, and environment. Module 10 covers this tool, and Module 7 of Smart Root Cause Analysis provides complementary coverage of RCA tools.

A histogram displays the distribution and variation of data across a single period. A control chart tracks process performance over time, distinguishing common cause from special cause variation. Module 6 covers histograms, and Module 8 covers control charts. for advanced quality methodology, see Quality 101 – For Professionals.

These tools can be combined across the problem‑solving workflow: check sheets and flow charts to understand current processes, Pareto analysis and histograms to prioritize root causes, fishbone diagrams to identify hypotheses, and control charts to verify sustained improvement. This integrated approach is covered in Module 11 (data gathering and investigation) and Module 12 (solution validation).

Yes, the Seven Basic Quality Tools are foundational knowledge tested in several ASQ certifications, including the Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA). ASQ – Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA).