Process Control: Measurement and Calibration

This course will help those who are using or calibrating measurement instruments, calibration coordinators, or for those responsible for maintaining quality, especially by persons responsible for the contracting of calibration services. A good measurement system is important to conform to any quality management systems. This course is intended to cover commonly used calibration terminology and practices in the industry.

Introduction to science of measurements

• What is measurement and calibration?
• Measurements in our lives and workplace.
• The importance of good measurement.

Development & issues in measurement and calibration

• The rise of the need of better measurements.
• Differences between resolution, accuracy, precision.

Objectives:

• Create awareness of metrology, science of measurement
• Relate metrology with work and daily lives at individual level
• Provide insight of how to improve work environment
• Help to provide understanding terminologies used in commercial calibration services

Course Contents

• What is measurement uncertainty?
• Type A and Type B Uncertainty

Standards & standardization

• Differences in standard in lab against international standard.
• The concept of traceability and respective requirements

Managing measurement and calibration system

• Part of Measurement and Calibration System
• Calibration interval and determination
• Calibration record keeping
• Calibration procedures
• Personnel Training

Making good measurements

• Measuring Instruments
• Measuring Process
• Measurement Assurance

Unit and measuring instruments

• Basic SI units
• Derivatives Units

Learning Outcomes:

• Describe what is metrology, which science of measurement
• Explain the importance of measurement in our lives and international trade
• Understand the factors that affect measurements
• Understand the commonly used terminologies in measurements and calibration

Who should Attend:

• Production/Quality/QA/QC Executive/ Engineers/
• Technicians

Training Methodology:

• Lecture with slides
• Group activities and presentation