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Duration 21 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to PC-DMIS & Dimensional Metrology
- Overview of the PC-DMIS interface and core capabilities
- Fundamentals of CMM operation and measurement concepts
- Establishing projects and part files within PC-DMIS
CAD Integration & Part Preparation
- Importing CAD models and associating geometric features
- Defining datums, coordinate systems, and feature parameters
- Best practices for model refinement and inspection planning
PC-DMIS Programming Essentials
- Recording and editing measurement routines
- Probe types, strategies, and scanning versus single-point measurement
- Incorporating variables, loops, and conditional logic into programs
Advanced Measurement Techniques
- Feature extraction, fitting, and GD&T-aligned measurements
- Alignment methods: best-fit, datum-based, and multi-step approaches
- Managing complex freeform and surface measurements
Inspection Reporting & Data Management
- Configuring and customizing PC-DMIS reports
- Exporting measurement data to SPC and quality management systems
- Ensuring traceability, audit trails, and data integrity
Troubleshooting & Error Analysis
- Diagnosing measurement errors and assessing uncertainty
- Probe calibration and verification procedures
- Addressing common pitfalls in part setup and programming
Practical Lab: Complete Inspection Workflow
- Building a comprehensive inspection program from CAD model to final report
- Executing the program in simulation or on a physical CMM
- Analyzing outcomes and applying corrective measurement strategies
Summary & Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid grasp of dimensional metrology principles
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Working knowledge of CAD models and file formats
Target Audience
- Quality Engineers
- Metrology Technicians
- Manufacturing Engineers
