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Creating an age-appropriate Process Excellence course for 10-year-old, 4th-grade students over 18-20 hours involves simplifying advanced concepts while ensuring they are engaging and comprehensible. Here’s a structured outline for the course:

Process Excellence Course for 10-Year-Olds (Class 4)

Course Duration: 18-20 Hours

Course Outline

Module 00: Introduction to the Thought Process (1 hour)

Overview of HansRaaJ Abhiyaan

Introduction to HansRaaJ Abhiyaan,

  • Kanyakumari Resolve of 1892,
  • ShivShakti Resolve of 2022,
  • Clarion Call for Nachikets.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modiji’s Vikshit Bharat Vision 2047.

Module 1: Introduction to Process Excellence (1 hour)

  • Overview of Process Excellence
    • Definition and importance in various sectors.
    • Link to personal and academic life.
  • Interactive Activity: Discuss examples of process excellence in everyday life and school.

Module 2: Six Sigma White Belt Concepts (3 hours)

  • Introduction to Six Sigma
    • Basic principles and history.
    • Importance of Six Sigma in quality improvement.
  • DMAIC Framework
    • Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control.
    • Simple examples and applications.
  • Basic Tools and Techniques
    • Pareto charts, cause-and-effect diagrams, flowcharts.
  • Interactive Activity: Group project to identify and improve a simple school process using DMAIC.

Module 3: ISO Standards (2 hours)

  • Introduction to ISO
    • Importance of standards in quality management.
    • Overview of ISO 9001 and other relevant standards.
  • Interactive Activity: Research and present on different ISO standards and their applications.

Module 4: 5S Methodology (2 hours)

  • Introduction to 5S
    • Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain.
    • Benefits of 5S in maintaining an organized environment.
  • Interactive Activity: Implement 5S in a classroom or personal study space.

Module 5: Kaizen and Continuous Improvement (2 hours)

  • Introduction to Kaizen
    • Principles of continuous improvement.
    • Small, incremental changes leading to significant improvements.
  • Interactive Activity: Identify a small, continuous improvement project in the school.

Module 6: Quality Circle and Quality House (2 hours)

  • Quality Circle
    • Concept and benefits of quality circles.
    • How to form and run a quality circle.
  • Quality House (QFD)
    • Introduction to Quality Function Deployment.
    • Translating customer needs into technical requirements.
  • Interactive Activity: Form a quality circle and discuss a common issue; create a basic QFD matrix.

Module 7: Ramkrishna Bajaj National Quality Award (1 hour)

  • Overview of the Award
    • Criteria and significance.
    • Case studies of award-winning organizations.
  • Interactive Activity: Research and present on an organization that has won the award.

Module 8: Total Quality Management (TQM) (2 hours)

  • Introduction to TQM
    • Principles and practices of TQM.
    • Importance of customer focus and continuous improvement.
  • Interactive Activity: Develop a TQM plan for a school project.

Module 9: Knowledge Management and Academic Excellence (2 hours)

  • Knowledge Management
    • Importance of capturing and sharing knowledge.
    • Tools and techniques for effective knowledge management.
  • Academic Excellence
    • Strategies for achieving academic excellence.
  • Interactive Activity: Create a knowledge-sharing platform for the class.

Module 10: Behavioral Excellence (1 hour)

  • Behavioral Excellence
    • Importance of soft skills and behavioral competencies.
    • Techniques for personal development.
  • Interactive Activity: Role-playing exercises to practice soft skills.

Module 11: Internal, External, and Social Audits (2 hours)

  • Introduction to Audits
    • Differences between internal, external, and social audits.
    • Importance and process of conducting audits.
  • Interactive Activity: Conduct a mock internal audit of a classroom process.

Module 12: Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) and Non-Conformities (2 hours)

  • CAPA
    • Understanding corrective and preventive actions.
    • Importance of addressing non-conformities.
  • Interactive Activity: Analyze a case study and create a CAPA sheet.

Module 13: Kaizen Project and Social Audit (2 hours)

  • Kaizen Project
    • Steps to plan and implement a Kaizen project.
    • Real-life examples and case studies.
  • Social Audit
    • Conducting a social audit to assess the impact of projects on society.
  • Interactive Activity: Plan and present a Kaizen project aimed at improving a community or school process.

Module 14: Vikshit Bharat Vision 2047, SDGs, and MDGs (2 hours)

  • Vikshit Bharat Vision 2047
    • Goals and objectives of the vision.
    • Role of youth in achieving these goals.
  • SDGs and MDGs
    • Overview of Sustainable Development Goals and Millennium Development Goals.
    • Importance and global impact.
  • Interactive Activity: Map school projects and personal goals to specific SDGs and MDGs.

Course Delivery Methods

  • Lectures and Presentations: Engaging presentations with visual aids.
  • Group Activities and Projects: Collaborative exercises to reinforce learning.
  • Case Studies and Real-Life Examples: Illustrate concepts with practical applications.
  • Interactive Tools: Use of online platforms for research and presentations.

Additional Resources

  • Videos and Animations: To visualize complex concepts.
  • Worksheets and Handouts: For practice and reference.
  • Online Tools: Interactive platforms for data analysis and process mapping.

Linking Process Excellence to SDGs, MDGs, and Vikshit Bharat Vision 2047

  • SDG 4: Quality Education: Implementing process excellence in educational institutions to improve learning outcomes.
  • SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth: Using Six Sigma and TQM to enhance productivity and economic growth.
  • SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure: Applying ISO standards and Kaizen for sustainable industrial growth.
  • MDG 1: Eradicate Extreme Poverty and Hunger: Process improvements in agriculture and food distribution.
  • MDG 7: Ensure Environmental Sustainability: Implementing 5S and continuous improvement for better resource management.
  • Vikshit Bharat Vision 2047: Engaging youth in process excellence to drive national development and innovation.

Final Project: Social Audit and Kaizen Project (2 hours)

  • Conduct a Social Audit
    • Assess the impact of a school or community project on SDGs/MDGs and Vikshit Bharat Vision 2047.
  • Design a Kaizen Project
    • Plan and implement a Kaizen project aimed at achieving specific SDGs/MDGs and contributing to Vikshit Bharat Vision 2047.
  • Presentation and Feedback
    • Present the social audit findings and Kaizen project plan.
    • Receive feedback from peers and instructors.

By integrating these concepts and linking them to global and national goals, this course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of process excellence and its significance in achieving broader objectives.

Author: Aacharya ValdhNaath,
Research Assistant: MahaVidhya Dwivedi
International Institute for Process Excellence (Proposed)