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Introduction to Measurement Uncertainty

This course is a suitable introduction for both calibration and testing laboratory participants, focusing on the concepts and mathematics of the measurement uncertainty evaluation process. The participant will gain an understanding of the statistical techniques required to estimate measurement uncertainty, and will practice those skills to create basic uncertainty budgets. This course is designed for personnel working in calibration, metrology, testing or other measurement fields. PLEASE NOTE: This class is suitable for those laboratories whose tests and/or calibrations fall within the category of Type IV or V in accordance with A2LA's P103 - Policy on Estimating Measurement Uncertainty for Testing Laboratories.  

Price: $595.00

*Discounts available for A2LA Members. Contact us for special pricing.

Prerequisites

Participants should be familiar with statistical functions in spreadsheets. A working understanding of mathematics and statistics will clarify the math presented in this course.

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 Laboratory Managers, Engineers, Scientists, or Technicians.

Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of the course, the participant will be able to:

1. Apply tools and techniques learned during the course to their measurement processes;
2. Employ the statistical capability of spreadsheet applications;
3. Identify and utilize supplemental tools for determining Type A measurement uncertainty (repeatability and reproducibility); and
4. Demonstrate techniques for calibration interval analysis and other improvements to the measurement process.

CEUs Awarded

0.7 CEUs Awarded

Presentation Style

Lecture, discussion, and group exercises.

Reference

The Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty in Measurement (GUM).

Participants should bring laptops with a spreadsheet application, such as Excel.

*A2LA WorkPlace Training is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is authorized to issue the IACET CEU.

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