Course Outline

Introduction to PC-DMIS and Dimensional Metrology for Government

  • Overview of the PC-DMIS interface and core functionalities
  • Basics of Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) operation and measurement principles
  • Setting up projects and part files in PC-DMIS for government use

Working with CAD and Part Preparation for Government

  • Importing CAD models and associating features within the software
  • Creating datums, coordinate systems, and defining feature parameters
  • Best practices for model clean-up and preparing inspection plans for government applications

PC-DMIS Programming Fundamentals for Government

  • Recording and editing measurement routines for precision and accuracy
  • Understanding probe types, probing strategies, and the differences between scanning and single-point measurements
  • Utilizing variables, loops, and conditional logic in programming for enhanced efficiency

Advanced Measurement Techniques for Government

  • Feature extraction, fitting techniques, and GD&T-related measurements for complex parts
  • Alignment methods including best-fit, datum-based, and multi-step alignments for precise measurement
  • Handling complex freeform and surface measurements in government projects

Inspection Reporting and Data Management for Government

  • Configuring and customizing PC-DMIS reports to meet specific requirements
  • Exporting measurement data to Statistical Process Control (SPC) and quality management systems for government use
  • Ensuring traceability, maintaining audit trails, and adhering to data integrity practices in government operations

Troubleshooting and Error Analysis for Government

  • Diagnosing measurement errors and considering uncertainty factors in government applications
  • Conducting probe calibration and verification routines to ensure accuracy
  • Identifying common pitfalls and implementing remedies in part setup and programming for government projects

Hands-on Lab: End-to-End Inspection Workflow for Government

  • Creating a comprehensive inspection program from CAD to final report generation
  • Running the program in simulation mode or on a physical CMM for government use
  • Analyzing results and implementing corrective measurement strategies to enhance accuracy

Summary and Next Steps for Government

Requirements

  • An understanding of dimensional metrology principles for government applications.
  • Experience in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
  • Familiarity with CAD models and file formats.

Audience

  • Quality engineers
  • Metrology technicians
  • Manufacturing engineers
 21 Hours

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