For the first time, The Measurement Science Conference is presenting a one day, short venue of tutorials designed for basic Metrology Training. Hands-on training about Measurement Uncertainty, Microwave R/F Measurements, Lean Thinking and Paperless Calibration. These will be very practical sessions being presented at a reasonable price all in one day. A lunch will be provided.

The date is one day only, October 21, 2010.
The location is the Hyatt Regency in Irvine, California.
The price is $695 for the day. mail-in registration form

Metrology Fundamentals
Emil Hazarian, NSWC Corona Division 

This workshop will reveal the basic metrology concepts and their applications including, accuracy, precision, measurement traceability, measurement uncertainty, establishing compliance with specification. Also metrology classification, measuring methods, as well as the necessary metrology tools, will be thought including basic statistics. Working examples will facilitate the understanding of lectured topics.  Managers, supervisors and technicians will benefit from attending this workshop. 

Measurement Uncertainty: A Hands-on Workshop
Dilip Shah, E=mc3 Solutions

This is a beginner to intermediate level workshop targeted towards metrologists, technicians and engineers. This workshop covers the Measurement Uncertainty fundamentals for metrology professionals new to the subject. Statistical concepts relevant to Metrology and Measurement Uncertainty are introduced, explained and demonstrated. 

Using the ISO Guide to Uncertainty of Measurement (GUM) approach, the workshop breaks down the Measurement Uncertainty estimation into a multi-step process. The workshop proceeds to cover practical examples encountered in calibration and testing environment using a hands-on method for estimating Measurement Uncertainty. As each step is covered, a computer spreadsheet template is developed to calculate and document the measurement uncertainty budget. Examples and techniques related to metrology and measurement; including Test Uncertainty Ratios (TUR), risk analysis, control charting (SPC) applications in metrology are discussed during the workshop to ensure that participants leave the session with practical and timesaving tools and techniques that can be utilized in their laboratory applications. 

Although not necessary, workshop participants are encouraged to bring their laptops and/or calculators to follow demonstrated exercises. Copies of Excel spreadsheet template developed for Measurement Uncertainty Budget is shared with workshop participants.
 

Microwave/RF Measurements 
Adam Fleder, Andy Brush, David Simerly, Tegam, Inc.

Here is what this tutorial will cover: 
* Practical introduction to RF power transfer between two coupled ports.
* Gamma and how to use Gamma to calculate power transfer and port match.
* The importance of vector measurements to the precise knowledge of power transfer.
* Typical arrangements of RF Power Sensor Calibration stations.
* The step-by-step process of calibrating a power sensor.
* Contributing factors to uncertainty of a calibration factor.
* Practical example, with Excel Spreadsheet and real data, of calculating expanded uncertainty of a calibration factor.
* A complete, end-to-end, demonstration of calibrating a power sensor using an automated station. This demonstration will use industry standard equipment IN the workshop room, with hands-on opportunities.
 

5S, Lean Thinking and Metrology Laboratories Project Management
Nat Russo, Raytheon SAS

Many businesses are concerned about the growing cost of overhead services and calibration costs are always undergoing scrutiny. With cost of capital equipment, expense items and labor, metrology services are questioned as to their worth to the company.  5S, Lean Thinking and Project Management tools can help the metrology lab reduce cost, improve their efficiency and show the company that not only are their services valuable, but are performed with minimal cost.

Using the 5S methodology created by Hiroyuki Hirano, we will show how to use various tools to demonstrate how Sort, Set in Order, Sweep, Standardize and Sustain will organize, order, clean, establish processes and maintain improvements.  

After setting the foundation of 5S, techniques and tools in Lean Thinking will be use to evaluate processes using flow charts, value stream maps, Kaizen events and Poke Yoke.  

Project Management will demonstrate the value of using schedules, work elements, budgets and metrics to monitor progress and report results to management. 
Using these tools effectively will improve the operational efficiencies of a laboratory making a metrology laboratory an asset to the company instead of a perceived drain to the company.
 

Paperless Calibration Compliance for Domestic 
and International Standards & Regulations
Jay Bucher, Bucherview Metrology Services, LLC

This full day tutorial workshop will show metrology, calibration, and QA managers, supervisors and technicians how to develop, evaluate and manage a quality calibration program that is in full compliance with domestic and international standards and regulations. The attendees will learn the five easy steps needed for a quality calibration program that is traceable to the SI for any sized company, as well as how to design and create their own electronic records that meet 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. The learning objectives include but are not limited to: writing calibration procedures, traceable calibration records, out-of-tolerance programs, requirements for the various international standards (ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 13485:2003) and national regulations (FDA - 21 CFR Part 58, 21 CFR Part 110, 21 CFR Part 211, 21 CFR Part 606 & 21 CFR Part 820), passing your audits, equipment 'end-of-life' requirements, and how to use Adobe Acrobat Pro for seamless, robust, electronic calibration records.