ETEC 135 - Quality and Metrology

5.0 Credits
Introduction to quality assurance tools and basic measurement techniques used in manufacturing.
Prerequisite Placement in AENGL 90 or ENGLP 90 and placement into MATH 87.?
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Describe, select, and use various measurement tools, such as calipers and microscopes.
Establish calibration intervals using usage history and gage studies.
Explain various inspection and testing concepts and processes, including Non-Destructive Testing (NDT).
Explain and apply sampling systems.
Calculate and apply simple control charts and describe their meaning.
Select, construct, and apply the seven quality tools: cause and effect diagrams, flowcharts, check sheets, Pareto diagrams, scatter diagrams, control charts, and histograms.
Explain quality concepts, such as Six Sigma, cost of quality, ISO certification, and continuous improvement techniques.
Describe the basic principles of audits and CAPA systems.
Explain and apply basic statistical techniques such as mean and standard deviation.

Course Typically Offered
Spring