CLBB study plan
CLBB · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 7 hours per week
Analyze Phase
Define root cause analysis and distinguish it from problem-solving brainstorming
List the steps of hypothesis testing and identify the role of significance level and p-value in each
Explain the difference between type I and type II error and describe the consequence of each in a process context
Construct a cause-and-effect diagram and a 5-why chain for a single hypothetical defect scenario
Your checkpoint
A one-page root cause toolkit summary plus two completed cause-and-effect and 5-why diagrams for a self-chosen defect scenario
Analyze Phase
Select the appropriate graphical tool (histogram, scatter plot, box plot, run chart) for a stated data question
Interpret correlation strength and direction from a described scatter plot in words
Explain how to test a mean against a target and how to compare two process means
Identify which hypothesis test family applies to given data types and sample counts
Your checkpoint
A 10-question self-quiz on analysis tool selection, scored and corrected to at least 8/10
Measure Phase
Distinguish discrete from continuous data and classify ten example metrics
Define accuracy, precision, bias, and linearity in measurement system terms
Describe how to plan and interpret a gauge repeatability and reproducibility study
Calculate basic process capability indices from given mean, standard deviation, and specification limits
Explain the difference between process capability and process performance
Your checkpoint
A worked capability calculation set (three problems) with correct Cp, Cpk, and interpretation written for each
Measure Phase & Control Phase
Build a data collection plan that specifies what, how, when, and by whom for a stated metric
Select an appropriate sampling strategy and justify the choice
Describe the purpose and components of a control plan
Distinguish common from special cause variation using control chart rules
Your checkpoint
A complete data collection plan and draft control plan for one process, reviewed against a self-made checklist
Improve Phase
Generate and screen improvement ideas using structured tools such as brainstorming, benchmarking, and mistake-proofing
Explain the purpose of a design of experiments and identify factors, levels, and responses in a described scenario
Describe the plan-do-check-act cycle and how it structures an improvement pilot
Prioritize candidate solutions using an impact-effort matrix
Your checkpoint
A prioritized solution list with an impact-effort matrix and a written pilot plan for the top-ranked solution
Define Phase & Control Phase
Translate a vague business complaint into a measurable problem statement with baseline, target, and scope
Draft a project charter containing problem, goal, scope, team, and timeline elements
Identify stakeholders and map their influence and interest
Describe how to standardize and document an improved process so gains persist
Explain how to hand off a controlled process to the process owner
Your checkpoint
A finished one-page project charter plus a stakeholder map for the same project
Organizational Process Management and Measures & Team Management and Leadership
Distinguish key process metrics from key result metrics and give an example of each
Describe how to select, deploy, and review a balanced set of process measures
Explain the stages of team formation and match leadership actions to each stage
Describe techniques for resolving team conflict and for running an effective meeting
Identify decision-making approaches and when each is appropriate
Your checkpoint
A metrics scorecard outline for one process plus a one-page team facilitation guide covering formation stages and conflict handling
Enterprise-wide Deployment and Lean Six Sigma Fundamentals
Define the five phases of a Lean Six Sigma project and the purpose of each
Identify the eight wastes in a described process scenario
Explain the roles of champion, sponsor, master black belt, black belt, and green belt
Describe how deployment aligns projects with enterprise strategy and how project selection and tollgates work
Complete a timed full-length practice assessment and analyze results by domain
Your checkpoint
A timed practice exam score report with a written remediation list naming the two weakest domains and the specific topics to revisit
Milestones
Week 2: Score at least 8/10 on the analysis tool selection quiz and correctly interpret both a hypothesis test result and a scatter plot in writing
Week 4: Produce a capability calculation with correct Cp and Cpk and a complete data collection plan that passes a self-made completeness checklist
Week 6: Produce a project charter that states a measurable problem, baseline, target, and scope without vague language
Week 8: Complete a timed full-length practice assessment and record a domain-by-domain score breakdown with a written remediation list