Overview

In the aerospace industry, effective problem-solving is critical to ensuring product quality, customer satisfaction, and long-term supplier relationships. Suppliers to top OEMs are required to have trained 8-D practitioners to lead robust corrective and preventive actions. The AS13000 Training (8-D): Root Cause & Corrective Action for Aerospace equips participants with the standardized skills and tools needed to meet this essential requirement.

This two-day live-online course provides a comprehensive, hands-on approach to the AS13000 standard, which defines problem-solving requirements for the aero-engine sector. Using the Eight Disciplines (8D) methodology as its foundation, the course covers each discipline in detail and emphasizes practical application through real-world case studies. Participants will learn to identify root causes, implement effective corrective actions, and reduce the risk of problem recurrence, helping to minimize costs associated with poor quality and support a culture of zero defects.

Led by experienced instructors, the course includes interactive exercises that develop skills in team dynamics, stakeholder management, and problem-solving tool application. Students will practice completing AS13000 8-D templates, leading problem-solving activities, and applying proven techniques such as Fishbone (Ishikawa) analysis, 5W2H, Pareto analysis, and control charts.

By the end of this training, participants will be prepared to lead and facilitate 8-D problem-solving activities that meet AS13000 requirements. They will gain the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills necessary to strengthen corrective action processes, improve quality outcomes, and maintain compliance with top OEM standards.

What You Will Learn  

• Lead and facilitate 8-D problem-solving activities to AS13000 standards.
• Complete an AS13000 8-D Problem Solving template.
• Apply a comprehensive problem-solving toolkit.
• Define problems using 5W2H and other root cause techniques.
• Conduct root cause analysis using Fishbone (Ishikawa) diagrams and Pareto charts.
• Address team dynamics and manage challenging participants effectively.
• Practice stakeholder and customer communication during problem-solving.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce risk of recurrence.
• Apply lessons through real-world case studies and hands-on exercises.

Who Should Attend

• Employees responsible for conducting corrective actions
• Team members participating in corrective action or problem-solving teams
• Quality Managers and Management Representatives
• Engineering and Project Managers
• Design and Development Teams
• Internal and External Auditors
• Continuous Improvement or Lean/Six Sigma Practitioners
• Any individual seeking a deeper understanding of structured problem-solving using the 8-D methodology