FMEA is module two of the Core Tools Certification. This module can be completed as a standalone course or part of the full Core Tools Certification Training. The full Core Tools Certification is achieved by completing all 5 modules of Core Tools Certification Training (APQP, Control Plan, FMEA, SPC, MSA and PPAP) and upon successful completion of the exam. Modules can either be taken as consecutive days (which can be booked here) or individually.

More information about the contents of each module and Industry Forum’s upcoming module dates can be found here:

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Control Plan Training
Statistical Process Control (SPC) Training
Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) Training
Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) Training

Please note: The statistical techniques used during the Measurement Systems Analysis course are covered in detail in our 1-day Statistical Process Control(SPC) programme. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you attend our SPC course before attending an MSA course unless you are already familiar with the statistical tools used.

Please note: This training is based on the AIAG 4th edition which remains current and applicable to industry; we will include some references to the new AIAG/VDA approach to outline the main differences. Delegates will need to attend either the AIAG/VDA Combined FMEA Awareness Training or AIAG & VDA Process FMEA: Transitioning for Practitioners course to fully understand the differences in approach.

This course is designed for Management Representatives, Implementation Teams, Internal Auditors and others who are involved in the implementation or auditing of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis.

• Overview of the FMEA process
• General review of FMEA principles
• Design FMEA including start points
• Process FMEA including start points
• FMEA ranking tables and scoring

FMEA is used to support the introduction of new products and processes as well as supporting changes to existing products and processes.

It is often mandated by automotive, aerospace and other engineering primary manufacturers as a specific requirement to support the goal of defect prevention and the reduction of variation and waste.

Companies that apply FMEA successfully, see improved product conformity, better on time delivery performance and a reduction in the cost of non-quality.

Delegates will become competent in creating and analysing design and process FMEA's and develop an understanding of the methods to implement Failure Mode and Effects Analysis within their organisation.

Upon completion of the course you will receive an Industry Forum certificate of attendance.