Waukesha County Technical College
Lean Enterprise

Lean Enterprise

Program Information

Degree Type

12-credit Technical Certificate

Program Code

40-623-CA

Time to Degree

Less than 1 year

Start Date

August

How You'll Learn

Hybrid

Evening

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Lean principles focus on production efficiencies, which decrease waste and create more value for the end customer. Develop skills in factory layout, cell flow, Kanban, pull concepts and value stream flow analysis. Explore methods to increase productivity, reduce scrap, and improve lead time, safety performance and floor space use efficiency.

Deadlines To Know*

Fall 2024 Start

  • Application Opens: September 1, 2023
  • Application Deadline: August 5, 2024

Spring 2025 Start

  • This program cannot be started in spring.

Summer 2024 Start

  • This program cannot be started in summer.

* Submit all checklist items by the application deadline. Apply early; deadlines are subject to change based on program demand.

Tuition Costs

The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors, including where you live, how your program is delivered, how long it takes to finish your program and the financial aid you receive. Explore current tuition and fees.

How To Apply

Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an Enrollment Counselor.

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Program Details

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Outreach team by filling out our online form or by email at outreach@wctc.edu.

This program is open to qualified high school applicants. Learn more >

This certificate does not qualify for financial aid. To qualify for most federal financial aid, a student must be enrolled in a technical diploma or associate degree program.

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What Makes This Program Unique?

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Active learning strategies engage participants individually and within teams.

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Practice learning lean concepts via case studies and realistic learning simulations.

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Explore real-world application through operational tours and guest speakers.

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