MACH 1121 - Metrology

2 Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/0 credits lab

This course covers the introduction to the calibrations and use of inspection instruments, steel rules, vernier, dial and digital calipers, micrometer, telescoping gauge, small-hole gauge, dial indicators, precision height gauge, optical comparator, and gauge blocks. This course will build reference skills on mathematics, mechanics, and strength of materials, dimensioning, gauging, fits, tooling and manufacturing processes, along with mechanisms such as threads and gears, with the use of standard manufacturing reference material. We will discuss the principles of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards.

Course Prerequisite(s): None