First Course in Quality Engineering [Paperback]

KS Krishnamoorthi (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 27, 2006 | ISBN-10: 0131472011 | ISBN-13: 978-0131472013 | Edition: 1

This volume contains virtually all the information an engineer would need to function as a quality engineer. The author covers management methods and statistical methods of quality in an integrative manner –  unlike other books on the subject, which focus primarily on one of the two areas of quality. Illustrates the use of quality methods with many real world examples drawn from the author’s consulting work. Helps students understand and solve real problems with mini projects throughout. Uses a reader-friendly writing style that makes material more approachable and encourages self-study. Covers the must-know fundamentals of probability and statistics in one chapter (Chapter 2). Makes extensive use of computer software to illustrate the use of computer in solving quality problems. A useful reference for engineers and technical personnel in industry wanting to learn the tools of quality; also for candidates preparing for the exams to qualify as a certified quality engineer (CQE) of the Am. Soc. Of Quality.

Product Details

• Paperback: 528 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (January 27, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0131472011
• ISBN-13: 978-0131472013
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,099,705 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars True quality, July 30, 2009

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Erin T. Krakover - See all my reviews
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This review is from: First Course in Quality Engineering (Paperback)

Although at first look this book may seem overwhelming with lots of mathematical interpretations of quality, however, if you give the book a chance you will realize this book is in fact very basic and extremely easy to follow. Statistics may be intimidating to a person of any profession (engineer, general business or even managers) but the book really takes you from step one and gives a broad understanding of quality. The author of this book tries to offer the mathematical tools to people to improve their understanding of quality. The book also does a fabulous job of talking you through the history of quality(the gurus of quality and their systems) to the new quality processes, such as ISO and Six Sigma. Once I completed this book I understand the reasoning for having the mathematics as such a large part. How can one analyze quality without a statistical background? This book not only breaks things down very simply for a person but also gives a full understanding as to why each topic covered is essential to learning proper quality management. I truly hope to pursue a career in quality after reading this textbook. It takes very difficult topics to grasp (which are essential to todays business world) and makes the information understandable and accessible to a beginner as well as a great refresher.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, July 9, 2009

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Dan G. (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: First Course in Quality Engineering (Paperback)

This is a great book. The text is surprisingly easy to read. The information in the book is presented in a manner that gives a great foundation for quality management without overwhelming the reader. The graphs are clear and actually help in understanding the content unlike other textbooks. Don't let the title fool you, the book isn't just for engineers. Any industry/business that is looking to benefit from a better understanding of quality should put this book on the short list for educational texts.