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      Coursera Project Network

      Trello for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Agile Methodology, Workflow Management, Prioritization, Collaborative Software, Project Management Software, Organizational Skills, Lean Methodologies, Project Management, User Accounts

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      162 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Arizona State University

      Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Processes

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Schematic Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Production Process, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Materials science, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Advanced Improve and Control Phases

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Process Capability, Quality Control, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Efficiency, Waste Minimization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      752 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Digital Manufacturing & Design

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Operations, Automation Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Transformation, Production Process, Digital Design, Supply Chain Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Dynamics, Workforce Development, Cybersecurity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Design for Additive Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Design Process, Computer-Aided Design, Design Strategies, Prototyping, Design, 3D Modeling, Materials science

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Sustainable and Resilient Operations Management

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Technologies, Operations Management, Manufacturing Operations, Environmental Engineering, Corporate Sustainability, Business Leadership, Industrial Engineering, Climate Change Mitigation, Product Design, Environmental Resource Management, Waste Minimization, Systems Thinking, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Manufacturing Operations, Digital Transformation, Business Technologies, Business Transformation, Cloud Computing, Automation, Operational Efficiency, Emerging Technologies, System Implementation, Technology Strategies, Real Time Data, Value Propositions, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Case Studies, Cybersecurity, Scalability

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      195 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Cyber Security in Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Software Development Life Cycle, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Detection, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Cloud Security, Authentications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      653 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dassault Systèmes

      Virtual Factory for Education

      Skills you'll gain: Equipment Design, Technical Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Operations Management: Quality and Supply Chain

      Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Operations, Process Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Capability, Business Technologies, Emerging Technologies, Inventory Management System, Quality Management, Sustainable Business, Lean Manufacturing, Vendor Contracts, Process Control, Corporate Sustainability, Product Quality (QA/QC), Program Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Intelligent Machining

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Machine Controls, Manufacturing Processes, Automation, Software Systems, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Open Source Technology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Lean Product Portfolios: Beyond Value Stream Mapping

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Enterprise Architecture, Product Management, Product Strategy, User Research, New Product Development, Scalability, Lean Methodologies, Product Roadmaps, User Centered Design, Product Development, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Case Studies, Market Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular lean manufacturing courses

    • Trello for Beginners: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Processes: Arizona State University
    • Six Sigma Advanced Improve and Control Phases: Kennesaw State University
    • Digital Manufacturing & Design: University at Buffalo
    • Design for Additive Manufacturing: Arizona State University
    • Sustainable and Resilient Operations Management: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT): University of Michigan
    • Cyber Security in Manufacturing : University at Buffalo
    • Virtual Factory for Education: Dassault Systèmes
    • Operations Management: Quality and Supply Chain: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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