Course Outline

Introduction to PC-DMIS and Dimensional Metrology for Government

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

Working with CAD and Part Preparation for Government

  • Importing CAD models and associating features within a public sector context
  • Creating datums, coordinate systems, and feature definitions tailored to government specifications
  • Best practices for model clean-up and preparing inspection plans in alignment with public sector workflows

PC-DMIS Programming Fundamentals for Government

  • Recording and editing measurement routines to meet government standards
  • Understanding probe types, probing strategies, and the differences between scanning and single-point measurement in a public sector environment
  • Utilizing variables, loops, and conditional logic in programs for enhanced governance and accountability

Advanced Measurement Techniques for Government

  • Feature extraction, fitting, and GD&T-related measurements tailored to government requirements
  • Alignment methods: best-fit, datum-based, and multi-step alignments in a public sector context
  • Handling complex freeform and surface measurements for government projects

Inspection Reporting and Data Management for Government

  • Configuring and customizing PC-DMIS reports to meet public sector reporting standards
  • Exporting measurement data to Statistical Process Control (SPC) and quality management systems for government oversight
  • Ensuring traceability, audit trails, and data integrity practices in alignment with government regulations

Troubleshooting and Error Analysis for Government

  • Diagnosing measurement errors and considering uncertainty in a public sector setting
  • Conducting probe calibration and verification routines to maintain accuracy for government applications
  • 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 complete inspection program from CAD to report, tailored to public sector needs
  • Running the program in simulation or on a physical CMM, adhering to government standards
  • Analyzing results and implementing corrective measurement strategies for enhanced accountability in government operations

Summary and Next Steps for Government

Requirements

  • A comprehensive understanding of dimensional metrology principles for government applications
  • Practical experience in reading and interpreting engineering drawings
  • Proficiency with CAD models and file formats

Audience

  • Quality engineers for government projects
  • Metrology technicians for government facilities
  • Manufacturing engineers for government contracts
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