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Course Outline

Introduction to PC-DMIS and Dimensional Metrology

  • Overview of the PC-DMIS interface and core functionalities.
  • Fundamentals of CMM operation and measurement concepts.
  • Setting up projects and part files within PC-DMIS.

Working with CAD and Part Preparation

  • Importing CAD models and associating specific features.
  • Creating datums, coordinate systems, and feature definitions.
  • Best practices for model cleanup and preparing inspection plans.

PC-DMIS Programming Fundamentals

  • Recording and editing measurement routines.
  • Probe types, probing strategies, and scanning versus single-point measurement.
  • Utilizing variables, loops, and conditional logic in programs.

Advanced Measurement Techniques

  • Feature extraction, fitting, and GD&T-related measurements.
  • Alignment methods: best-fit, datum-based, and multi-step alignments.
  • Handling complex freeform and surface measurements.

Inspection Reporting and Data Management

  • Configuring and customizing PC-DMIS reports.
  • Exporting measurement data to SPC and quality management systems.
  • Traceability, audit trails, and data integrity practices.

Troubleshooting and Error Analysis

  • Diagnosing measurement errors and considering uncertainty factors.
  • Probe calibration and verification routines.
  • Common pitfalls and remedies in part setup and programming.

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

  • Creating a complete inspection program from CAD to report.
  • Running the program in simulation or on a physical CMM.
  • Analyzing results and implementing corrective measurement strategies.

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Fundamental understanding of dimensional metrology principles.
  • Experience in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
  • Familiarity with CAD models and associated file formats.

Target Audience

  • Quality engineers.
  • Metrology technicians.
  • Manufacturing engineers.
 21 Hours

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