QLTY06005 2016 Metrology and Calibration
This module explores the role of metrology in modern manufacturing and the management and control of measurement systems. It covers all aspects of measurement management from interpretation of specifications, determination of metrological and calibration requirements to instrument/measurement process selection, evaluation and ongoing calibration and maintenance.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Specify suitable measurement instruments and standards.
Determine an inspection schedule based on process dominance criteria.
Critically evaluate product and process requirements and translate them into metrological
requirements.
Develop appropriate test and calibration methods.
Develop, install, manage and maintain an appropriate measurement management system appropriate to a company's metrological and regulatory needs.
Quantify the expected level of measurement uncertainty in a given situation.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Teaching and learning strategies will use a combination of the following:
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Online lecture and online resources
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The students' own industrial experience.
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Work related problem based assignments.
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Workshop activities.
Module Assessment Strategies
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The module will be assessed by Examination and Continuous Assessment. Continuous assessment will comprise multiple choice quizzes, problem based assignments and workshop based assessment.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat assignments will be given
Indicative Syllabus
· Metrology as a science.
· Standards and traceability.
· Setting and interpreting product/process characteristics.
· Measurement and Test Equipment and Standards selection.
· Developing Test and calibration methods.
· Measurement System Analysis [MSA]
· ISO Measurement System Standards. [ISO 9000/9001/10012/17025]
· Developing, Installing and maintaining a measurement management system.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Workshop assignment | Practical | Practical Evaluation | 30 % | Week 11 | 1,4,6 |
2 | Quizzes | Coursework Assessment | Multiple Choice/Short Answer Test | 10 % | Week 5 | 1,2,3 |
3 | Problem based assignment | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 20 % | Week 13 | 2,3,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Examination | Final Exam | Open Book Exam | 40 % | End of Semester | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
Distance Learning Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Supervision | Engineering Laboratory | Workshop | 4 | Once Per Semester | 0.27 |
Online Learning Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Online Lecture | Online | Lecture | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
Independent Learning | Not Specified | Self learning | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
Required & Recommended Book List
2002. The Quality Calibration Handbook ASQ Quality Press
2015 Quality management systems - requirements. ISO
2003 Measurement management systems - requirements ISO
4th Edition Aiag Msa Manual AIAG
2004 Metrology Handbook ASQ Quality Press
2004 Evaluation of the Uncertainty of Measurement in Calibration EA-4/02
Module Resources
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