Metrology Courses

Dive into our diverse metrology courses, from small hand tools to functional calibration and form measurement. Unlock in-depth knowledge and hands-on skills crucial for mastering precision in varied industrial applications. 

The objective of the course is to provide the trainee with a basic understanding of precision measurement along with the practical use of precision measuring instruments.

There are no prior requirements for this course.

The course is comprised of the following elements;

• Precision Measurement
• Units and Standards of Length
• Errors in Measurement
• Types of Basic Measuring Equipment
• Practical Introduction to Measuring Instruments
• Interpretation of Engineering Drawings

Why Attend?

The ability to understand the principles associated with measurement and interpreting drawings, backed up with practical experience, is the underpinning knowledge needed by any employee, who, through their daily work is required to carry out, define or analyse the results of any measurement activity.

Course Duration

• 1 Day

The objective of the course is to provide the trainee with a basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing including interpretation and application. 

A prior understanding of basic engineering drawings would be advantageous.

A related course is Geometric Tolerancing with CMM’s.

This course is comprised of the following elements…

• Introduction to Basic Geometric Tolerance Symbols
• Interpretation of Toleranced and Datum Features
• Applications of symbols and concepts covered include:

Parallelism, Cylindricity, Perpendicularity, Symmetry, Angularity,

Position, Runout, Total Run Out, Straightness, Flatness, Roundness,

Profile of a Line and/or Surface

• Practical exercises involving drawing interpretation and the application of
• Geometric Tolerancing symbols.
• Interpretation and calculation of Maximum Material Condition
• Explanation of projected tolerance zone.

Course Duration

• 2 Days

The objective of the course is to provide the trainee with the skills needed to use a range of small items of measuring instruments for linear and angular measurement.

There are no prior requirements for this course.

Course Content

• Label and describe the functions of standard instruments. (i.e. micrometer, calliper, height gauge, DTI and bevel protractor)
• Describe how standard instruments can be adapted for special applications 
• Explain the causes of errors when using small dimensional metrology instruments 
• Select the most appropriate tool for measurement 
• Prepare instruments for measurement
• Build a gauge block stack 
• Read a scale and express standard conventions
• Calculate the sine of an angle

Course Duration

• 1 Day

The objective of the course is to provide the trainee with an understanding of workshop / functional calibration principles of standard measuring tools. 

Prior knowledge of Standard Measuring Tools is expected.

Note! Should this not be the case it is recommended that attendance on the one day Fundamentals of Dimensional Metrology Training Course is carried out prior to attendance on this course. 

This course is comprised of the following elements…

• Introduction to Calibration
• Introduction to Uncertainty of Measurement
• Errors of Measurement
• Functional Calibration of:
  • Standard Vernier Caliper (BS EN ISO 13385-1)
  • Digital Vernier Caliper (BS EN ISO 13385-1)
  • 0-1” Micrometer (BS EN ISO 3611)
  • 0-25mm Micrometer (BS EN ISO 3611)
  • Digital Micrometer (BS EN ISO 3611)
  • Depth Micrometer (BS6468)
  • Depth Vernier (BS EN ISO 13385-2)
  • Height Gauge (BS EN ISO 13225)  
  • Digital Height Gauge (BS EN ISO 13225)
  • Dial Indicator, Lever & Plunger Types (BS2795 & BS907)
• Introduction to UKAS
• Aspects of Calibration and its Application
• Methods of Minimising Measurement Errors
• UKAS and Calibration Systems

Course Duration

• 2 Days

The objective of the course is to provide the trainee with a basic understanding of the principles associated with the servicing and repair of basic measuring instruments. 

An understanding of basic measuring tools would be advantageous.

This course is comprised of the following elements…

• Each instrument is broken down into its component parts showing the process of repair / replacement.
• Upon completion, each instrument is systematically rebuilt
• An emphasis is placed on the practical aspects of each instrument

Instruments covered are:

• Micrometer (Standard & Digimatic)
• Calipers (Vernier, Dial & Digimatic)
• Dial Indicators
• Dial Test Indicators

Why Attend?

To gain a practical understanding of the principles involved in the service and repair of basic hand tools giving the ability for minor repairs to be completed on site and the measuring tools placed back in service promptly.

Course Duration

• 1 Day

No prior experience of Surftest Machines is assumed.

Trainees are expected to be computer literate, conversant with the use of conventional measuring techniques and equipment, and to be able to read engineering drawings.  

The course is comprised of the following elements…

• Basic understanding of machine
• Calibration of stylus
• Screen breakdowns
• Measurement of test piece / components
• Some principles of surface finish
• Reporting functions of software
• Part programming and data storage
• Applications with customer’s components
• Unit assessment

Course Duration

1 Day

Trainees are expected to be computer literate, conversant with the use of conventional measuring techniques and equipment, and to be able to read engineering drawings. 

The course is comprised of the following elements…

Day One

• Introduction to machine
• Checking and changing styli
• Levelling table
• Calibration of styli
• Checking detector accuracy using a glass reference hemisphere
• Manual or automatic centring and levelling
• Manual measurement
• Understanding of screen and printer outputs

Day Two

• Review of first day
• Part programming
• Adding and checking of different parameters
• Deleting data
• Partial rotations
• Unit assessment

No prior experience of Roundtest equipment is assumed.

Trainees are expected to be computer literate, conversant with the use of conventional measuring techniques and equipment, and to be able to read engineering drawings. 

The course is comprised of the following elements…

Day One

• Introduction to machine
• Checking and changing styli
• Calibration of Stylus and Scales
• Tracing and storing scan data
• Investigating data and producing Drawings
• Tolerancing measured data

Day Two

• Review of first day
• Comparing Nominal to Actual scan data
• Printing options
• Programming : Comparison and Drawing versions
• Connecting scans (for long or difficult products)
• Unit assessment

No prior experience of Contracer equipment is assumed.

CMM Courses

Featuring industry-leading GEOPAK and an extensive 5-day program on CNC CMM operation. Master precision measurement techniques crucial for industries. Gain hands-on expertise in maximising CMM capabilities with our comprehensive training.

Trainees are expected to be computer literate, conversant with the use of conventional measuring techniques and equipment, and to be able to read engineering drawings. 

The course is comprised of the following elements;

Day 1  

• Principals of a Co-ordinate Measuring Machine and Probing Systems
• Tailoring the GEOPAK environment
• Probe calibration
• Principals and establishment of Co-ordinate Systems               

Day 2  

• System start up
• Introduction and Measurement of Geometric Elements
• Introduction to Calculation and Construction functions
• (i.e. Distance, Angle, Connection Elements etc.)                            

Day 3   

• Establishment of alternative Co-ordinate Systems
• Three-Dimensional Element measurement
• Introduction to CNC Part Programming
• Presentation of measurement results

Day 4

• Automatic Probe Calibration
• Continuation of CNC Part Programming
• Running Part Programs
• Editing of Part Programs

Day 5   

• Continuation of CNC Part Programming
• Part Program management (Backup / Copy etc. of Part Programs.)
• Unit assessment

Delegates are expected to be computer literate, conversant with the use of conventional measuring techniques and equipment, and to be able to read engineering drawings.  

The course is comprised of the following elements;

Day 1        

• Principals of a Co-ordinate Measuring Machine and Probing Systems
• Tailoring the GEOPAK environment
• Probe calibration
• Principals and establishment of Co-ordinate Systems  

Day 2        

• System start up
• Introduction and Measurement of Geometric Elements
• Introduction to Calculation and Construction functions (i.e. Distance, Angle, Connection Elements etc.)                                             

Day 3           

• Establishment of alternative Co-ordinate Systems
• Three-Dimensional Element measurement
• Introduction to Part Programming
• Presentation of measurement results

Day 4           

• Continuation of Part Programming
• Running Part Programs
• Editing of Part Programs
• Unit assessment

This course is a follow up to the CNC Basic course and therefore, it is recommended that a minimum of six weeks is left between completing the Basic course and attending this course to allow consolidation of previous learning.

The course is comprised of the following elements;

Day 1        

• Review of Probe Calibration and Part Alignment
• Use of Clearance Height
• Archiving Co-ordinate Systems
• Batch Loading of Part Programs
• Use and applications of Loops
• Introduction of String Variables
• External storage of data           

Day 2        

• Use of Variables (including Input and Yes / No)
• Use of Best Fit
• RPS Alignment
• Use of Minimum / Maximum function
• Introduction to Branching and the use of Sub-programs

If time permits the following may also be covered on request

• Use of Geometric tolerances on the CMM (GD&T)
• Use and set-up of the Security function
• Introduction to Manager Programs
• Introduction to Protocol Manager

his course is a follow up to the Manual Basic course and therefore it is recommended that a minimum of six weeks is left between completing the Basic course and attending this course to allow consolidation of previous learning.

The course is comprised of the following elements…

Day 1        

• Review of Probe Calibration and Part Alignment
• Offset alignment techniques
• Use of Best Fit
• External storage of data           
• RPS Alignment

Day 2        

• Use and applications of Loops
• Formula Calculation
• Use of Minimum / Maximum function
• Introduction to Branching and the use of Sub-programs
• Application of Head Data

If time permits the following may also be covered on request

• Use and set-up of the Security function
• Use of Geometric tolerances on the CMM (GD&T)

This course is run over two consecutive days. It is expected that personnel attending the course will be fully conversant with GEOPAK, Probe Calibration and the establishment of Co-ordinate Systems. It is advised that attendance should be arranged a few weeks after completion of the GEOPAK Basic course to allow for consolidation of prior learning.

The course is comprised of the following elements

Day 1

• Setting default scanning values
• Scanning 2D Contours
• Editing and manipulation of Contours
• Scanning of Geometric elements
• Storage / Export of Contours

Day 2

• Review of content of day one
• Comparison of Contours
• Application of Tolerances
• Presentation of measurement results
• Patch scanning procedure (CNC only)

This course is run over two days. It covers the use and application of the software. It is expected that personnel attending the course will be fully conversant with GEOPAK, Probe Calibration and the establishment of Co-ordinate Systems.

The course is comprised of the following elements:

• Introduction and start procedure
• Machine Builder (v2.4 + v3.0 only)
• CMM System Manager (v3.2 only)
• Viewing the CAD model
• CAT 1000 settings
• Measurement of Geometric elements using the CAD model (i.e. Point, Plane, Circle, Line, Point, Cylinder, Cone and Sphere)
• Move machine using the CAD model (CNC only)
• Probe changes using the CAD model
• Surface measurement (CAT1000S only)
• Viewing measured Surface data (CAT1000S only)
• Manipulation of measured Surface data (CAT1000S only)
• Output and Storage of measured Surface data (CAT1000S only)
• Best Fit
• Reference Point System (R.P.S.) alignment
• Alignment Wizard (v3.2 only)
• Off-line programming and program simulation

Vision Courses

Explore our comprehensive vision measurement training courses covering both software and latest generation machines. Gain expertise in precise measurements, enhancing skills crucial for various industries. Elevate your proficiency with our diverse, hands-on learning modules. 

Trainees are expected to be computer literate, conversant with the use of conventional measuring techniques and equipment, and to be able to read engineering drawings. 

The course is comprised of the following elements…

Day 1        

• Introduction to the Quick Vision measuring concept
• Explanation and implementation of Co-ordinate Systems
• Element measuring techniques
• Basic measurement construction
• Searching techniques          

Day 2        

• Review of content of Day 1
• Advanced Alignment techniques
• Application of Tolerances
• Advanced measurement construction
• Introduction to Part Programming

Day 3        

• Review of content of Day 2
• Part Programming
• Advanced measuring routines (Step and Repeat)
• Program Editing
• Lens Calibration
• Unit assessment  

The course is comprised of the following elements;

Day 1

• Introduction to the Quick Scope measuring concept
• Explanation and implementation of Co-ordinate Systems
• Element measuring techniques
• Basic measurement construction
• Searching techniques          

Day 2           

• Review of content of Day 1
• Application of Tolerances
• Part Programming
• Program editing

Day 3           

• Review of previous two-day Basic course
• Advanced measuring routines (Step and Repeat)
• Advanced data collation (Minimum / Maximum)
• Unit assessment

This Quick Vision Advanced course is run over one day. It is advised that a minimum of six weeks are left between attending the Basic course and the Advanced course to allow for consolidation of prior learning. The course is comprised of the following elements

• Introduction to Visual Basic code.
• Introduction to Variables.
• Dialog boxes – use and application.
• Introduction to filtering.
• Data storage and utilisation.
• Branch programming.
• Use of graphics.
• Exporting results to csv.

Further bespoke training is available on application. Topics covered include:

• Sub programs.
• Output of measured results to Excel.
• User access rights.
   

Course Duration

• 1 Day

This Quick Vision Touch Probe course is run over one day. It is advised that a minimum of six weeks are left between attending the Basic course and the Touch Probe course to allow for consolidation of prior learning.

• The course is comprised of the following elements.
• Introduction to Touch Probe Technology.
• Calibration of Styli.
• Installation / Calibration of Probe Change Rack.
• 3D measurement using Probe and Lens.
   

Course Duration

• 1 Day

This course consists of one days training. It is suited to personnel who require a basic overview of system capabilities (supervisory), or those requiring sufficient knowledge to carry out simple measurement routines that have been created for them. No prior experience of the equipment is assumed, but delegates will be expected to be competent with the use of basic measuring equipment and to have some understanding of engineering drawings and the concept of Tolerances.

The course is comprised of the following elements.

• Turn on / turn off procedure.
• Opening and executing (existing) programs.
• Use of stage control and manual points for part location.
• Understanding basic commands and alignment.
• Access and storage of measured and statistical data.
• Error recovery (in program) techniques.
• General care of the system and its environment.
   

Course Duration

• 1 Day

MeasurLink Courses

Discover our range of measurement courses spotlighting MeasurLink SPC software. Comprehensive training sessions designed to harness the power of data-driven decision-making. Elevate your skills in statistical process control for precision and efficiency in various industries.

The objective of the course is to provide the trainees with an understanding of MeasurLink ‘Support Centre’, ‘Security Centre’, ‘Real-Time’ and ‘Process Analyzer’ software modules. This will enable the trainee to effectively use these MeasurLink modules, understand results and implement the various features of the software.

• This course is comprised of the following elements.
• The use of ‘Support Centre’ module including;
• Create and manage parts and routines
• Apply Traceability and Assignable Causes to routines

Introduction to ‘Security Centre’ module Profile creation User restrictions The use of ‘Real Time’ module including;

• Data collection from applicable measuring equipment
• Application of data tests
• Manipulating Layouts, Manage Runs and Export Data
• Introduction to Inspection Wizard module

Understanding of Data Analysis using ‘Process Analyzer’ module;

• Data Manipulation (Copy, Merge, Filter, Delete) View data in a variety of charts
• Output of data (Print-outs, Reports, Crystal Reports, etc.)

Course Duration

•  1 Day, for a maximum of 4 trainees. 

Some prior understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) would be advantageous.

The objective of the course is to provide the trainees with an understanding of the MeasurLink ‘Process Analyser’ software module. This will enable the trainee to effectively use this MeasurLink module, understand results and implement the various features of the software. Some prior understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) would be advantageous. This course is comprised of the following elements:

Understanding of Data Analysis using ‘Process Analyser’ module;

• Data Manipulation (Copy, Merge, Filter, Delete)
• View data in a variety of charts
• Output of data (Print-outs, Reports, Crystal Reports, etc.)

Course Duration

• This course will be run twice within the 1 day, allowing a maximum of 4 trainees per session.