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Inspection Techniques 1 (MT101) is an introduction to gauges as a key element required in advanced manufacturing. The course teaches how to identify common gauges, verify calibration, use gauge masters for accurate measurement, and how to care for and store gauges when not in use. Learners gain an understanding of analog, digital, plug, thread, and attribute gauges as well as micrometers. For each type of gauge, the course covers the components of the gauge, how to read the gauge, and proper application of it.
Specialty Micrometers (MT210) increases a learner’s knowledge of how to best apply micrometers in manufacturing. The course identifies an array of specialty micrometers and where they are best used. Specialty Micrometers highlights the potential sources of measurement error and practices to prevent it.
The Test Indicators (MT204) course explains how test indicators are used in manufacturing. Learners gain an understanding of how a test indicator works, how to set it, and how to read its measurement. Test Indicators indentifies sources of measurement error and how to identify them.
Air Gauges (MT209) introduces learners to their use and application in manufacturing. It explains their purpose, how they work, and appropriate applications for an air gauge. Learners identify the major components of an Edmonds Accusetter air gauge as well as how to calibrate it.
Surface Plates (MT202) provides a solid understanding of surface plate function and use in manufacturing. Learners become adept at interpreting information on the nameplate as well as the color of the surface plate. The course distinguishes between the three common grades of surface plates, defines the working area, and shows two calibration tests often used. Safe use and proper care round out the learner’s knowledge base of surface plates.
Gauge Blocks (MT203) focuses on how these are used in industry. It begins with an explanation of gauge blocks and then shows how to build a gauge block stack. Learners find out how to wire gauge blocks as well as the common grades and types of materials. The course shows the advantage of gauge block sets with increased blocks and how block tolerance affects accuracy.
Bench Comparators (MT206) teaches learners about using bench comparators in manufacturing. These can be powerful in quality control while also being efficient in the manufacturing process. The course covers solid and notched plates, V-blocks, and handling alignment error. Learners develop an understanding of the types, uses, components, accessories, and best practice uses and applications of bench comparators.
Optical Comparators teaches learners about the basic principles of optical comparators and how to use them in manufacturing. Learners gain an understanding of horizontal and vertical optical comparators. The course identifies configurations, the advantages and disadvantages, components and functions, and how to use an optical comparator to inspect a part.
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Variable Digital Gauge
Types of Specialty Micrometers
Matching Test Indicator Resolutino to Part Tolerance
How Air Gauging Works
Surface Plates
Gauge Block Grades
Bench Comparators Defined
Optical Comparators
Types of Optical Comparators
