Course outline

Unit 1: Gage Primer

• Lesson 1: Why measure? 
  Explains critical aspects of measuring.
• Lesson 2: Language of measurement
  Key terms used in dimensional metrology.
• Lesson 3: Measurement standards
  Includes the types of standards related to dimensional metrology.
• Lesson 4: Precision & accuracy
  Includes the five components of any measurement system and how variation can lead to measurement error.
• Lesson 5: Datums
  How measurements are referenced by design and manufacturing engineers on drawings.
• Lesson 6: Introduction to GD&T
  Compares coordinate tolerancing with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). Includes how to read drawing symbols.
• Lesson 7: Surface finishes
  Provides an overview of measurements used to characterize the finish of a surface.
• Lesson 8: Math for measuring
  Reviews simple mathematical concepts. 

Unit 2: Using Gages

• Lesson 1: Types of gages
  Includes universal dimensional measurement techniques and gages,
• Lesson 2: Calipers
  How to use and read vernier scales and calipers. Also the pros and cons of vernier scale, dial, and digital calipers. 
• Lesson 3: Micrometers
  Teaches the difference between micrometer size and range, how to read scales, and using inside and outside micrometers.
• Lesson 4: Height and depth gages
  How to use height gages and depth gages. Includes how gage blocks and height masters are used with height gages and explores potential problems.
• Lesson 5: Fixed gages
  Explores different types of fixed limit and Go/No Go gages. Looks at the pros and cons of fixed and variable gages. Offers hints for using fixed gages.
• Lesson 6: Test indicators and dial indicators
  Explains the differences between test indicators and dial indicators. Looks at how to use and potential problems.
• Lesson 7: Gage blocks and surface plates
  Includes grades of gage blocks and surface plates, the uses of gage blocks and surface plates, and how to wring gage blocks.

Unit 3: Gaging Applications

• Lesson 1: Application overview
  Provides an overview of the lessons in this unit.
• Lesson 2: Linear measurements
  Explores which linear gage should be used for a wide spectrum of specific measuring applications.
• Lesson 3: Roundness and circularity
  Teaches how to take out-of-roundness measurements, how to gage the effective diameter, and how to measure cylindricity.  
• Lesson 4: Common misapplications
  Looks at common measuring mistakes. Includes preventative measures.
• Lesson 5: Measuring complications
  Looks at ten problems that can lead to measuring complications.
• Lesson 6: Care of gages
  Discusses care for gages and instruments.