Introduction to Metrology

This course provides an exploration of metrology, the science of measurement, and its critical role.

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Curriculum

This course provides an exploration of metrology, the science of measurement, and its critical role. Students will gain a foundational understanding of measurement principles, including accuracy, precision, and uncertainty, as well as the tools and instruments used in precise measurement. The course emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience with calibration techniques and measurement standards. Upon completion, students will be equipped to apply metrological concepts to solve real-world measurement challenges and ensure the reliability of results across various fields.

Course Outcomes

Understanding the Definition of Metrology
Correctly applying Precision vs. accuracy
Applying and Reading Coordinate Measurements
Applying Appropriate Measurement Units
Selecting and Utilizing Appropriate Measurement Tools
Understanding and Applying Tolerances
Selecting Appropriate Calibration Methods
Understanding the Significance & Use of Gauge R&R
Minimizing Measurement Errors
Understanding Run-Out
Applying Circles, Angles, & Triangles
Creating and Evaluate Statistical Process Control Measurements

Who Should Enroll

This metrology professional development course has been designed for individuals who are involved in measurements in design, testing, calibration, and quality assurance in industries where precision and accuracy are critical. The audience for such a course would include personnel in engineering, production, quality assurance, R&D, engineering labs, calibration labs, production and engineering management, supply chain management, compliance, and auditing.

Instructor

Dr. Al Pucino

Dr. Al Pucino received his Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering at Stony Brook University and subsequently managed materials and processes engineering departments in his career in the aerospace and electronic components industry, at companies such as United Technologies (now Raytheon Technologies), Northrop Grumman, and Vishay Electronics. His responsibilities included material design, processing, and analysis. In addition, while in industry, he served as project leader on several multi-million-dollar research and development programs. Dr. Pucino, while at the United Technologies Research Center in the late 1990s collaborated with MIT, a pioneer in binder jet 3D printing.

Dr. Pucino is the founder, and Principal Instructor & Consultant for EssentialMFGConcepts L.L.C., whose goal is to provide affordable manufacturing training classes for those in need of developing new manufacturing skills or improving their current skills

Location

Central Connecticut State University
1615 Stanley Street
New Britain, CT 06053
Elihu Burritt Library
Room 30204

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