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 Department:    MANF

 Course #:    137

 Credits:    3

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    3.5

 CIP:    15.0613

 EPC:    607

 REV:    2021

 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 introduce the concepts of Statistical Process Control (SPC). Inspect manufactured products, collect the data, and analyze the results.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: MANF 102 with a grade of C- or higher.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 22

Lab: 22

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Preparatory Required for ATA degree, Required for certificate  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

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

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. Precision measuring.
2. Tool nomenclature.
3. Calibration.
4. Verify conformance to allowable tolerances.
5. Units conversion.
6. Measurement errors.
7. Statistical Process Control (SPC) using Excel.