Applied Dimensional Metrology Practical skills for the manufacturing and quality-assurance workforce
Discover Training Packages in: • Basic Dimensional Metrology• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) • Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Essential competencies for manufacturing excellence A practical training approach
Increased production efficiency
In today’s competitive global environment, manufacturing workers need a broad skill set to support their company’s success.
Competencies in product dimensioning and tolerancing are essen-tial skills for allowing quality control at various stages of the manu-facturing process and ensuring strict product compliance with design specifications.
Expertise in basic dimensional metrology, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) or geometrical product specifications (GPS), and statistical process control (SPC) should become second nature so that workers can correctly apply these skills as soon as they hit the shop floor.
Expertise through experience
Such skills and know-how are best developed through extensive hands-on experimentation and practice.
Our applied dimensional metrology learning solutions offer a straightforward, complete approach that introduces the theory, tools, and techniques used in the industry and fosters the relevant technical and soft skills.
The training packages constitute a complete, yet flexible learning platform that allows teachers to provide a comprehensive introduc-tion to the field or to delve into specific topics.
Guided learning paths
Comprehensive courseware offers a wide range of hands-on learn-ing activities arranged in a sequence of increasing complexity. Guided exercises build basic proficiency and confidence; realistic projects develop problem-solving and decision-making skills. This approach allows students to build and sharpen their skills in a logi-cal way, at their own pace.
The curriculum is designed for those who are new to the manufac-turing world, as well as for current workers who want to upskill.
Turnkey, modular courses can be easily integrated into course plans. Teachers are provided with graphs, explanations, the answers to all questions, results of measurements, and teaching hints. This speeds up course preparation and simplifies evalua-tions of student progress.
• • Increased student engagement through multimediaIncreased student engagement through multimedia tools (video tutorials, interactive exercises, augmented reality, etc.)
• Practice-oriented, complete topic coverage• Industry-realistic scenarios ensure meaningful learninglearning
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Three complementary training packages Flexibility and scalability
Realistic training opportunities
Learning activities are carried out using the training packages. They include the necessary measuring instruments, as well as industrial-grade hardware used for applied metrology tasks (gauge blocks, master rings, surface plate, sine bars, etc.) and carefully designed manufactured parts – the cornerstone of learning activi-ties.
The manufactured parts − ranging from simple to complex – repre-sent real-life consumer and industrial components. They are care-fully designed to challenge students’ applied dimensional metrol-ogy skills.
Basic dimensional metrology Linear and angular measurements
Selection and proper usage of common, basic measuring instruments, such as tape measures, rulers, protractors, calipers, micrometers, and various gauges can be challenging for beginners in dimensional metrology. Various types of reading scales and systems of units must be understood, adding a layer of complexity.
Overview of learning aims• Explain metrology concepts
(measurement, errors, precision, accuracy, etc.) and SI and US unit systems
• Use and maintain precision and semi-precision measuring instruments
• Perform field check tasks• Take and read measurements• Read technical drawings
Main equipment included• 2 trays with semi- and precision
measuring instruments • 2 trays with manufactured parts
Courses• Semi-precision measurement (approx.
learning time: 17h) • Precision measurement (approx. learning
time: 16 h) VariantsTP 47220 with brand-name instrumentsTP 47221 with generic brand instruments
Geometric Dimensioning and TolerancingSymbolic language of nominal geometry
Proper interpretation of dimensions, tolerances, and symbols on technical drawings according to various standards, as well as handling of advanced measuring instruments, are key to higher manufacturing quality and efficiency. Complexity and breadth of information, and reliance on students’ spatial-skills level make this a challenging topic.
Overview of learning aims• Understand ISO and ASME standards• Read GD&T symbols • Describe the main categories of
geometric tolerances• Use and maintain gauge blocks, as well
as dial indicators and their accessories• Measure straightness, circularity,
cylindricity, parallelism, perpendicularity• Perform advanced bores and depths
measurements
Main equipment included• 2 trays with precision measuring
instruments • 2 trays with manufactured parts
CourseGeometric dimensioning and tolerancing (approx. learning time: 18h)
VariantsTP 47222 with brand-name instrumentsTP 47223 with generic brand instruments
Statistical Process Control Data collection, interpretation, and analysis
As modern industries embrace statistical process control for controlling and improving quality, students need to become familiar with its main concepts, tools, and methodologies. The subject can be difficult to grasp because it involves mathematical and quantitative methods; yet success lies with the appropriate practical applications.
Overview of learning aims• Explain and set sampling plans• Take measurements with a connected
tool and transfer them to an SPC spreadsheet
• Collect, summarize and present data• Analyze and build control charts for
variables and attributes• Calculate and interpret process capability
indices Cp, Cpu, Cpl, and Cpk• Use fixed gauges to evaluate attributes
on workpieces
Main equipment included• 1 tray with manufactured parts and a
data collection cable
CourseStatistical process control (approx. learning time: 14h)
VariantsTP 47224: standalone training packageTP 47224-A: add-on to TP 47220/47221
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The manufactured parts include a variety of details, allowing mea-suring tools to be used to their fullest extent, while providing mul-tiple measurement opportunities. Each part features a combination of in- and out-of-tolerance dimensions and characteristics that can only be determined after students carefully measure and examine the engineering drawings.
• Outstanding parts repeatability from one set of parts to another• Choice of brand-name or generic measuring instruments• Hardware provided in stackable trays to facilitate inventory, stor-
age, and transportation
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Multiple, varied learning opportunities Well-rounded training
“To ensure maximum pedagogical value and realism, we had seasoned teachers challenge our approach throughout development.” François-Philippe Paradis
Prof. Engineer and Product Manager of Industrial Trades learning solutions
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Accelerate expertise development through extensive hands-on training.
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Dimensional metrology is one of the many topics essential for the skillsets of manufacturing workers. Visit our website to discover com-plementary learning solutions in industrial trades, factory automation and mechatronics, fluid power, electricity and electronics, and more.
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