Module Details

Module Code: BIOT6005
Title: Introduction to Quality System
Long Title: Introduction to Quality System
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4218 - Biotechnology
Module Delivered in: 11 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces the principles and methods of quality systems. It details the application of quality cost analysis and introduces the concept of continuous quality improvement.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe the principles of quality and quality assurance
LO2 Outline the elements and implementation of a total quality system
LO3 Describe the methods and application of quality improvement techniques
LO4 Explain the principles and use of statistical process control tools and introduce lean sigma systems
LO5 Describe and explain the basis of quality cost analysis
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
12896 BIOT6005 Introduction to Quality System
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Introduction to Quality Systems
Quality control, Quality assurance, Total Quality Management, Quality standards and specifications, Process control
Elements of a Total Quality System
Quality audits, Documentation, Quality manual, Training, quality of design
Quality Improvement Techniques
Quality improvement and teamwork, Problem solving techniques, Introduction to lean-sigma systems
Manufacturing Quality Control
Statistical Process Control, Quality Control Charts
Quality Costs
Prevention and Failure Costs, Cost reporting and measurement, Economic models, quality cost reduction programs
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Mid term assessment
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
End of semester formal examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classroom instruction Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Student learning Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Summers D.C.. (2009), Quality, 3rd. [ISBN: 0-13-1592489-0].
  • Dipak K Sarker. (2008), Quality Systems and Control for Pharmaceuticals, [ISBN: 9780470056936].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Goetsch D.L.. (2009), Introduction to Total Quality, 3rd. [ISBN: 0-13-8003548].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
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CR_SHERB_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Herbal Science 4 Mandatory
CR_SNHSC_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nutrition and Health Science 4 Mandatory
CR_SPHBI_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology 4 Mandatory
CR_SAGBI_7 Bachelor of Science in Agri-Biosciences 4 Mandatory
CR_BAGRI_7 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture 6 Mandatory
CR_SBIBI_7 Bachelor of Science in Applied Biosciences and Biotechnology 4 Mandatory
CR_SFSTE_7 Bachelor of Science in Food and Health Science 4 Mandatory
CR_BHORT_7 Bachelor of Science in Horticulture 6 Elective
CR_SCEBS_8 Common Entry Biological Sciences 4 Mandatory
CR_SBIOS_6 Higher Certificate in Science in Applied Biosciences 4 Mandatory