Learning Outcomes

After successfully completing the 2^K Factorial Design of Experiments, students will be able to

1. Explain the 2^K design and analysis of experiments
2. Develop the data layout, structure, and the coding system of the factor levels for a 2² design
3. Graphically represent the 2² design
4. Develop formulas for the contrast, effect, estimate, sum of square, and the ANOVA table for the 2² design
5. Design a 2^K experiment, showing up to 8 variables, using MS Excel
6. Show the flawless system of writing the treatment combinations for the 2^K design
7. Develop the formula for the contrast, effect, estimate, sum of square, and ANOVA table for the 2^K design
8. Using MS Excel, show the manual calculation procedures for the contrast, effect, estimate, and sum of square
9. Perform the 2^K design and analysis using statistical software, including Minitab, SPSS, and SAS
10. Interpret the analysis results in the context of the problem

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