Measurements: Measuring Processes

Course Description

The Measurements: Measuring Processing course is an informative, intermediate-level overview on how to use and read various measurement tools commonly used during inspection, with particular attention paid to hand-held devices. This course focuses on how to read a vernier scale, dial scale, and digital scale, as well as how to make readings with transfer-type gauges. 

Learning Objectives

•Distinguish between the different measuring scales. 

•Identify the steps involved when reading a measuring tool with multiple scales.

•Read measurements off of vernier, dial, and digital scales.

•Recognize the method of performing transfer-type readings. 

•Understand the inherent human errors in taking a measurement.

Course Duration 

 3 hours

Target Audience

Beginning engineers, inspectors, or anyone wanting to learn more about the measurement process.