Course Description:
A three day training course introducing dimensional metrology, the importance of good measurement practice and the right measurement behaviors. The learning will be provided in the form of a presentation where discussion will be a primary focus. Question and answer sessions will take place during the course to ensure knowledge and understanding.
Aims & Objectives
To provide underpinning knowledge and expertise in using measurement tools and an appreciation of the importance of measurement
To deliver practical training for people who are required to use dimensional measurement techniques to complete their daily tasks
To instill and encourage a questioning culture
Benefits to the Learner
To understand the importance of using the correct measurement tools for varying applications
Give delegates a sense of responsibility for the measurement process and its practical application
Hands-on experience of why measurement is critical to the entire manufacturing engineering process
To encourage learners to develop a measurement strategy in the workplace
Course Outline
Geometrical Product Specifications – A
- Fundamental Drawing Practices
- Geometrical Tolerances
- Datum’s
- Form Tolerances
- Location Tolerances
- Orientation Tolerances
- Runout Tolerances
- Principle of Independency
Measurement Principles and Methods – A
- Measurement Principles
- Traceability
- Accreditation
- Measurement Units
- Uncertainty
- Instrument Types
- Calipers
- Micrometers
- Go and No Go Gauging
Measurement Principles and Methods – B
- Micrometers and Processors
- Height Gauges
- Dial Gauges
- Dial Test Indicators
- Temperature Compensation
- Calibration Instrumentation
- Gauge Block Types
- Angular Measurement
