Course Outline

Introduction to PC-DMIS and Dimensional Metrology

  • Overview of PC-DMIS interface and core functionality
  • Basics of CMM operation and measurement concepts
  • Setting up projects and part files in PC-DMIS

Working with CAD and Part Preparation

  • Importing CAD models and associating features
  • Creating datums, coordinate systems, and feature definitions
  • Best practices for model clean-up and preparing inspection plans

PC-DMIS Programming Fundamentals

  • Recording and editing measurement routines
  • Probe types, probing strategies, and scanning vs single-point measurement
  • Using variables, loops, and conditional logic in programs

Advanced Measurement Techniques

  • Feature extraction, fitting, and GD&T-related measurements
  • Alignment methods: best-fit, datum-based, and multi-step alignments
  • Handling complex freeform and surface measurements

Inspection Reporting and Data Management

  • Configuring and customizing PC-DMIS reports
  • Exporting measurement data to SPC and quality management systems
  • Traceability, audit trails, and data integrity practices

Troubleshooting and Error Analysis

  • Diagnosing measurement errors and uncertainty considerations
  • Probe calibration and verification routines
  • Common pitfalls and remedies in part setup and programming

Hands-on Lab: End-to-End Inspection Workflow

  • Creating a complete inspection program from CAD to report
  • Running the program in simulation or on a physical CMM
  • Analyzing results and implementing corrective measurement strategies

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • An understanding of dimensional metrology principles
  • Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings
  • Familiarity with CAD models and file formats

Audience

  • Quality engineers
  • Metrology technicians
  • Manufacturing engineers
 21 Hours

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