Applied Measurement Uncertainty for Testing Laboratories
Training Formats
This course is available in two formats: Training for individuals and private group training.
Course Overview
During this applied measurement uncertainty training workshop, participants will learn several tools and techniques for efficiently and effectively creating measurement uncertainty budgets in the testing laboratory environment that comply with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements. In addition, the workshop presents generic tools that participants can apply in a variety of testing laboratories.Price: $995.00
Prerequisites
- Successful completion of A2LA WPT’s Introduction to Measurement Uncertainty course, OR have working knowledge of mathematics and statistics (such as root sum squares and statistical distributions);
- Be proficient in spreadsheet use; and
- Be working in a testing laboratory with test methods requiring measurement uncertainty estimates
Equipment Needed
The participant will need to bring a laptop computer (PC or MAC) with Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet installed. Please note that the tablet and smart phone versions of Excel and other spreadsheets do not have the full functionality of the PC versions and the participant may not be able to utilize all the power of the spreadsheet covered during the training.
Target Attendees
Target learners include Testing Laboratory Managers, Engineers, Scientists, or Technicians.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:
1. Discuss the concepts within the Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty of Measurement (The GUM);
2. List and define the contributors for testing laboratory Type ‘A’ and Type ‘B’ measurement uncertainty distributions;
3. Determine how contributors are considered for inclusion in the uncertainty budget; and
4. Build a basic test measurement uncertainty budget.
CEUs Awarded
1.4 CEUs Awarded*
*A2LA WorkPlace Training is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is authorized to issue the IACET CEU. CEUs are calculated at the rate of .1 CEU per 1 hour of active classroom time.
Presentation Style
Lecture, discussion, and group exercises.
Hands-on exercises using Microsoft Excel provide a practical approach that enables the attendees to apply the methods in their particular testing application during and after the workshop. Several Excel templates and tools are provided for the attendees to implement.
Please bring a laptop with Microsoft Excel or compatible spreadsheet loaded in the computer for a truly interactive workshop.
Reference
ISO Guide 98-3:2008-Uncertainty of Measurement-Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty in Measurement
Students are required to bring copies with them furnished by their company or purchase them directly from ISO or other approved document provider prior to the class.
Training Dates
November 4 – 5, 2026
Virtual Class
8am - 5pm EST
December 17 – 18, 2026
Virtual Class
8am - 5pm EST
May 11 – 14, 2027
Virtual Class
1pm - 5pm EST
August 11 – 12, 2027
Virtual Class
8am - 5pm EST