Factorial experiments are often used in factor screening.; that is, identify the subset of factors in a process or system that are of primary important to the response. Once the set of important factors are identified interest then usually turns to optimization; that is, what levels of the important factors produce the best values of the response. This course provides design and optimization tools to answer that questions using the response surface framework. Other related topics include design and analysis of computer experiments, experiments with mixtures, and experimental strategies to reduce the effect of uncontrollable factors on unwanted variability in the response.
Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building
Give your career the gift of Coursera Plus with $160 off, billed annually. Save today.
Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building
This course is part of Design of Experiments Specialization
Instructor: Douglas C. Montgomery
4,390 already enrolled
Included with 
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.7
(66 reviews)
Intermediate level
Some related experience required
13 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Conduct experiments w/computer models and understand how least squares regression is used to build an empirical model from experimental design data
Understand the response surface methodology strategy to conduct experiments where system optimization is the objective
Recognize how the response surface approach can be used for experiments where the factors are the components of a mixture
Recognize where the objective of the experiment is to minimize the variability transmitted into the response from uncontrollable factors
Details to know
Shareable certificate
Add to your LinkedIn profile
Assessments
8 assignments
Taught in English
See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills
Build your subject-matter expertise
This course is part of the Design of Experiments Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
- Learn new concepts from industry experts
- Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
- Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
- Earn a shareable career certificate
Earn a career certificate
Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV
Share it on social media and in your performance review
There are 4 modules in this course
What's included
12 videos4 readings2 assignments1 app item1 discussion prompt
What's included
7 videos1 reading2 assignments
What's included
14 videos1 reading2 assignments
What's included
4 videos1 reading2 assignments
Instructor
Instructor ratings
4.8 (25 ratings)Offered by
Recommended if you're interested in Probability and Statistics
Arizona State University
Google Cloud
University of Pennsylvania
Arizona State University
Why people choose Coursera for their career
Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."
Learner reviews
Showing 3 of 66
4.7
66 reviews
- 5 stars
80.30%
- 4 stars
9.09%
- 3 stars
9.09%
- 2 stars
1.51%
- 1 star
0%
New to Probability and Statistics? Start here.
Open new doors with Coursera Plus
Unlimited access to 7,000+ world-class courses, hands-on projects, and job-ready certificate programs - all included in your subscription
Advance your career with an online degree
Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online
Join over 3,400 global companies that choose Coursera for Business
Upskill your employees to excel in the digital economy
Frequently asked questions
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
If you subscribed, you get a 7-day free trial during which you can cancel at no penalty. After that, we don’t give refunds, but you can cancel your subscription at any time. See our full refund policy.