Design of Experiments Worksheet

Define the Problem

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Steps 1 & 2: Identify the dependent (Y) and the independent (X) variables.
Dependent Variable (Y)

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Any others Ys?

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Independent Variables (Xs)

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Step 3: Select the test levels for each independent variable (X).
Independent Variables

Level

Level +

(Xs) (Factors)

(Minus Level)

(Plus Level)

Step 4: Determine if a risk assessment is needed. Are there any combinations that will adversely
impact the customer or result in a hazardous situation?
Step 5: Select the design. Choose a design that best balances the information provided,
resources required and complexity. Consider a fractional factorial design if you have more than
4 factors.

22 Full factorial

24 Full factorial

26-2 Fractional factorial

23 Full factorial

26-1 Fractional factorial

27-3 Fractional factorial

Step 6: Set up the design in Minitab or in Stat graphics Centurion

Enter the factor names and levels

Stat > DOE > Create Factorial Design

De-select randomize runs

Label Columns for 5 replicates

Steps 7 & 8: Run the experiment, collect the data, and enter the data into Centurion

The data is contained in salesdoe_ex1.doc and is also shown on the next 2 pages. Enter
the responses in Minitab for your assigned scenario.

Use Calc > Row statistics to calculate the Y average

Analyzing the results of the DOE:

Step 9: Plot the raw data.

Any evidence of trends or lurking variables?

Step 10: Plot the residuals.

Stat > DOE > Analyze Factorial Design, Graphs button

Step 11: Interpret the residuals.

Any trends or patterns?

Step 12: Examine the factor effects.

Which factors have the biggest effect on standard margin?

What interactions may be important?

Conclusions
Important Main Effects
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Important Interactions
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How do the results compare with what you expected?
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Next Steps
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