Calibration of Measuring Tools

The THORS Calibration of Measuring Tools course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of how measuring tools are calibrated. It includes key calibration concepts, reference standards, and the factors that influence results. It also provides insights into the calibration process, including different calibration methods, calibration process steps, interpretation of reports, scheduling intervals, and tool management practices. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

Learning Hours: 2

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Course Description

The THORS Calibration of Measuring Tools course explains how gauges and instruments are calibrated to keep readings accurate, consistent, and traceable to recognized standards. It introduces key calibration concepts and presents a clear, step-by-step breakdown of the process, along with primary and secondary reference standards, influencing factors, and the different calibration methods. The course also covers how to set appropriate intervals that keep measuring tools reliable over time. Interactive quizzes are incorporated to enhance the learning journey, enabling learners to assess their comprehension and retention of visually stimulating content.

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Who will benefit from this calibration of measuring tools course?

Quality, manufacturing, engineering, inspection, maintenance, and calibration functions at organizations that require an understanding of how measuring tools are calibrated, from calibration terminology and reference standards to calibration reports, calibration intervals, and tool management practices.

Course Classification

This manufacturing course by THORS eLearning Solutions covers identification of key terms and understanding of key concepts.

*THORS uses the Bloom’s Taxonomy Methodology for our course development.

Certificate Awarded for Calibration of Measuring Tools

Example of certificate awarded upon successful completion of the course.

*upon successful completion

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Learning Objectives

  1. Develop an understanding of measuring tools and their classification.
  2. Define the key terminology related to calibration.
  3. Understand the reference standards used in the calibration process.
  4. Classify the factors that affect the calibration process.
  5. Describe the calibration methods used, outline the steps in the calibration process, and interpret calibration reports.
  6. Explain how calibration intervals are decided and the tool management practices associated with calibration.
Illustration showing calibration of measuring tools such as pressure-measuring instruments using a deadweight tester, which is a pressure calibrator.
Calibration of Measuring Tools course

Table of Contents

  1. Calibration Concepts
    1. Tools Classification
    2. Terminology
      1. Bias
      2. Repeatability
      3. Reproducibility
      4. Resolution
      5. Accuracy
      6. Traceability
      7. Measurement Uncertainty
    3. Reference Standards
      1. Primary Standards
      2. Secondary Standards
    4. Factors
      1. Reference Standard Integrity
      2. Instrument Characteristics
      3. Technician Competence
      4. Measurement Environment
        1. Temperature
        2. Humidity
        3. Vibration
        4. Pressure
  2. Calibration Process
    1. Calibration Methods
      1. Based on Reference Standards
      2. Based on Location
    2. Calibration Process Steps
    3. Calibration Reports
    4. Calibration Intervals
    5. Tool Management Practices

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