MANF 137 - Precision Measurement

Credits: 3
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 22
Lab Hours: 22
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: Introduction to the science of metrology (precision measurement and tolerances), commonly used in a manufacturing workplace. Review fundamental skills required to perform precision dimensional measurements and apply the concepts of Statistical Process Control (SPC). Inspect manufactured products, collect the data, and analyze the results.

Prerequisite: MANF 102 with a grade of C- or higher.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Describe measurements role in manufacturing and the types of measurement commonly used in manufacturing.
Measure production parts and verify conformance to allowable tolerances.
Understand how Statistical Process Control (SPC) is used as a tool to reduce variation in the manufacturing process.
PROGRAM OUTCOME: Demonstrate precision measurement methods, the tools of quality control, and lean manufacturing and how they are applied in the workplace.

Course Contents

Precision measuring.
Tool nomenclature.
Calibration.
Verify conformance to allowable tolerances.
Units conversion.
Measurement errors.
Statistical Process Control (SPC) using Excel.

Instructional Units: 3.5