AS 9145 – Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
Duration: ~50 Hours | 70 Modules
The Alpha TC AS 9145 Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) Course provides practical instruction on implementing an APQP program in accordance with AS 9145, a key aerospace standard commonly associated with AS 9100 Rev D.
This course is designed to help organizations plan, manage, and control product realization using structured APQP methodologies to reduce risk, improve quality, and ensure robust product launch and transition to production.
Participants will learn which APQP tools to use, when to use them, and how to apply required forms and methodologies to meet AS 9145 expectations.
Note: A copy of the AS 9145 standard must be purchased separately from SAE.
Course Structure
Lecture and instructional content: ~30 hours
Quizzes and knowledge checks: ~20 hours
Total estimated course time: ~50 hours
Course Content
Overview and intent of AS 9145
APQP phases and deliverables
Risk identification and mitigation
Product and process planning tools
Cross-functional collaboration
Documentation and record control
Integration with AS 9100 requirements
Common APQP gaps and audit findings
Learning Outcomes
Participants will be able to:
Interpret AS 9145 APQP requirements
Apply APQP tools and methodologies effectively
Support structured product realization and launch
Reduce risk through proactive planning
Support audits and compliance activities
Target Audience
General employees of AS 9100 organizations, quality managers, quality engineers, inspectors, auditors, operations personnel, and professionals involved in product realization and aerospace quality planning.
