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 Department:    MANF

 Course #:    125

 Credits:    3

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    3

 CIP:    150613

 EPC:    607

 REV:    2021

 Course Description  

Introduction to the science of metrology (precision measurement and tolerances), and the basic hand and machine tools commonly used in a manufacturing workplace. Reviews the fundamental skills required to perform precision dimensional measurements and introduces the concepts of Statistical Process Control (SPC). Identify and classify a variety of basic hand and machine tools as well as common fasteners.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: None.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 33

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Preparatory 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. Explain the importance of calibrating instruments.
3. Measure production parts and verify conformance to allowable tolerances.
4. Describe common measuring errors.
5. Demonstrate proper measuring techniques.
6. Depict how Statistical Process Control (SPC) is used as a tool to reduce variation in the manufacturing process.

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).
8. Workplace & tool safety.