SRJC Course Outlines

12/8/2024 10:37:16 AMMACH 163 Course Outline as of Summer 2025

Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION

Discipline and Nbr:  MACH 163Title:  METROLOGY  
Full Title:  Metrology
Last Reviewed:3/9/2020

UnitsCourse Hours per Week Nbr of WeeksCourse Hours Total
Maximum3.00Lecture Scheduled3.0017.5 max.Lecture Scheduled52.50
Minimum3.00Lab Scheduled017 min.Lab Scheduled0
 Contact DHR0 Contact DHR0
 Contact Total3.00 Contact Total52.50
 
 Non-contact DHR0 Non-contact DHR Total0

 Total Out of Class Hours:  105.00Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50 

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Also Listed As: 
Formerly:  MACH 53

Catalog Description:
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Metrology is the study of the science of precision weights, measurement, and inspection used in manufacturing. Students will become familiar with all types of handheld electronic and optical measuring devices. Visits to local industries utilizing Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and related inspection devices are included. Print reading will be used as a vehicle to support Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) inspection standards. Class also includes study of International Standards Organization (ISO), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) inspection standards.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Completion of or concurrent enrollment in MACH 51A; and Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in IED 90A or APTE 90A


Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100 or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description: Untitled document
Metrology is the study of the science of precision weights, measurement, and inspection used in manufacturing. Students will become familiar with all types of handheld electronic and optical measuring devices. Visits to local industries utilizing Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and related inspection devices are included. Print reading will be used as a vehicle to support Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) inspection standards. Class also includes study of International Standards Organization (ISO), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) inspection standards.
(Grade Only)

Prerequisites:Completion of or concurrent enrollment in MACH 51A; and Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in IED 90A or APTE 90A
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100 or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:Effective:Inactive:
 Area:
 
CSU GE:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
IGETC:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
CSU Transfer:Effective:Inactive:
 
UC Transfer:Effective:Inactive:
 
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Certificate Applicable Course



COURSE CONTENT

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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1. Analyze engineering blueprints and drawings to identify feature control frames, tolerances and measurement practices.
2. Demonstrate technical skills in keeping with the demands of 21st century manufacturing.
 

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At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
1. Calculate and convert machine part measurements using US and metric measures.
2. Verify parts measurements on a drawing using a micrometer reading.
3. Measure a part using Vernier principles.
4. Determine the geometric profile of a machine part.
5. Interpret the measurement of a machine part from a radius, diameter, or angle, relative to
    absolute, coordinate, and incremental systems.
6. Utilize the surface plates to measure angular units of perpendicularity and parallelism with
    required accuracy in metric and US systems.
7. Describe the application and operation of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and
    non-contact measuring tools.

Topics and Scope
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I. Understanding Dimensions and Tolerances
    A. Gauging applications
    B. Measurement tools and calculations
         1. Calipers
         2. Micrometers
II. Units of Measurements System
    A. Converting metric to the US system
    B. Vernier scale principles
III. Blueprint Reading
    A. Interpreting Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) symbols
    B. Dimensions representations on drawings using symbols
    C. Calculations to describe degrees (angular units)
         1. Degrees
         2. Minutes
         3. Seconds
    D. Using log tables
    E. Utilizing sine bars and optical comparators
IV. Cartesian Coordinates
    A. Coordinate and polar dimensions
    B. Incremental dimensions
    C. Absolute dimensions, relative to the number line system
V. Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
    A. Types
         1. Manual
         2. Video
    B. Relationships to Vernier principles in decimal system
VI. Inspection Standards
    A. International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
    B. Standards of Professional Conduct (SPC)
    C. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
    D. GD&T

Assignments:
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1. Assigned reading, 20 - 25 pages per week
2. Given a print, interpret symbols, dimensions, and features of coordinate measurements made
    with metrology tools and features.
3. Evaluate 10 - 12 drawings on symbols, dimensions, views, and notes. Answer questions
    related to evaluation.
4. Given 10 parts, measure accuracy and consistency in relation to SPC standards.
    Write a 2-3 page report(s).
5. Measure assigned parts from prints to verify correct dimensions with micrometers, calipers,
    and comparators and fill in blanks on a blueprint.
6. Performance exam(s): Given a part, measure and insert dimensions on a blank print
7. Oral report on a procedure for measuring a part (e.g., a gear)
8. Quizzes and Final exam

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.Writing
10 - 20%
Site reports
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.Problem Solving
15 - 20%
Report(s), Evaluate drawings
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.Skill Demonstrations
15 - 20%
Performance exam(s), Interpret dimensions on a drawing
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.Exams
35 - 45%
Quizzes and Final exam
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.Other Category
10 - 15%
Attendance and oral report


Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Dimensioning and Tolerancing, 8.2. The American Society of Mechanical Engineers. ASME Y14.5M-2018.
Print Reading for Engineering and Manufacturing Technology. Madsen, David. Delmar. 2019.

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