Certified Lean Additive Manufacturing Engineer (CLAMe) Certification Course by Tonex
This certification equips engineers with lean principles applied to additive manufacturing. It focuses on streamlining production, reducing waste, and enhancing product quality using 3D printing technologies. Participants will gain tools to optimize AM workflows, manage lean operations, and apply continuous improvement strategies. The program emphasizes efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness in modern manufacturing. It is designed for professionals aiming to lead lean transformation in additive environments. The training covers foundational concepts, process optimization, material efficiency, and lean integration techniques tailored to AM.
Audience:
- Manufacturing engineers
- Additive manufacturing specialists
- Process improvement managers
- Quality engineers
- R&D engineers
- Industrial engineers
Learning Objectives:
- Understand lean manufacturing fundamentals
- Learn lean principles in AM environments
- Optimize AM processes for efficiency
- Reduce material waste in AM production
- Apply continuous improvement in AM
- Integrate lean with AM systems
Program Modules:
Module 1: Lean Principles in Additive Manufacturing
- Introduction to lean thinking
- Origins of lean manufacturing
- Key lean tools and techniques
- Relevance of lean in AM
- Value vs. waste in AM
- Mapping value streams in AM
Module 2: Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals
- AM technologies overview
- Materials used in AM
- AM design considerations
- Process flow in AM
- Post-processing steps
- Common AM challenges
Module 3: Waste Reduction in AM Environments
- Types of waste in AM
- Identifying bottlenecks
- Material reuse strategies
- Energy efficiency practices
- Design for minimal waste
- Measuring waste reduction impact
Module 4: Process Optimization and Standardization
- Lean process mapping for AM
- Standard work documentation
- Error-proofing AM processes
- Reducing cycle time
- Performance metrics in AM
- Continuous improvement tools
Module 5: Quality and Lean Integration in AM
- Lean quality principles
- In-process inspection techniques
- Root cause analysis in AM
- Visual control in production
- Reducing rework and defects
- Lean quality documentation
Module 6: Implementation and Lean Transformation
- Steps for lean AM rollout
- Change management in AM
- Lean team roles and training
- Sustaining lean initiatives
- Auditing lean AM systems
- Case examples of success
Exam Domains:
- Lean Manufacturing Foundations
- Additive Manufacturing Technologies
- Waste Identification and Elimination
- AM Process Standardization
- Quality Control in Lean AM
- Continuous Improvement and Strategy
Course Delivery:
The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, interactive discussions, and project-based learning, facilitated by experts in the field of Lean Additive Manufacturing. Participants will have access to online resources, including readings, case studies, and tools for practical exercises.
Assessment and Certification:
Participants will be assessed through quizzes, assignments, and a capstone project. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate in Certified Lean Additive Manufacturing Engineer (CLAMe).
Question Types:
- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- True/False Statements
- Scenario-based Questions
- Fill in the Blank Questions
- Matching Questions (Matching concepts or terms with definitions)
- Short Answer Questions
Passing Criteria:
To pass the Certified Lean Additive Manufacturing Engineer (CLAMe) Certification Training exam, candidates must achieve a score of 70% or higher.
Advance your career in additive manufacturing. Enroll now in the CLAMe Certification Program by Tonex and become a leader in lean-driven innovation.