10420254Intermediate Metrology
Course Information
Description
Intermediate Metrology is class 2 of 3 offered at Madison College. The intermediate class builds upon Basic Metrology competencies. The students will inspect parts and artifacts using a variety of instruments and machines. These include a profilometer, a portable inspection arm and CMM. Much of the class will be a hands-on lab.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies
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Explore the fundamentals of Manufacturing MetrologyAssessment StrategiesWritten Product, QuizCriteriaExplain the background and theory of Portable Inspection arms and CMM'sIdentify different CMM's and componentsRecognize standard geometric elementsExplain the benefits and limitations of tactile and optical measurement methodsQuiz score is greater than 75%
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Explore surface measurementAssessment StrategiesQuiz, Skill DemonstrationCriteriaDefine surface nomenclatureUse surface comparison gagesUse profilometerRecall surface finish symbolsState the 16% ruleFollow safety rulesQuiz score is greater than 75%Performance meets specifications as identified by the instructor
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Perform basic functions in "Calypso" softwareAssessment StrategiesQuiz, Skill DemonstrationCriteriaManage filesDescribe and apply interface IconsDefine stylus and probesMeasure 2-D elementsMeasure planesQuiz score is greater than 75%
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Use a portable inspection armAssessment StrategiesSkill DemonstrationCriteriaSet up according to instructor specificationsInstall on inspection surfaceInstall and identify inspection probesCheck calibrationName button usesExplain portable inspection techniqueInspect 2-D shapesFollow safety rules
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Use coordinate measuring measuring machineAssessment StrategiesSkill demonstrationCriteriaSet up according to instructor specificationsMachine startup and calibration meet specifications identified by the instructorSecure workpiece safelyPerform a 3-2-1 alignmentPerform 2-D measurementRecord resultsFollow safety rules