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Measurement System Analysis (MSA) Course Outline -- 2 Units

Unit 1 - Analyzing Measurement System Variation
Lesson 1: Variation in Measurement Systems.
· A review of sources of measurement system variation.
· An explanation of Type A and Type B evaluations of measurement uncertainty.
· Exploration of the effects of too much variation on measurements.
Lesson 2: Measurement System Linearity.
· How to measure gage/instrument linearity (both graphically and mathematically) to determine if a gage (or instrument) has linearity problems.
· Taking action to deal with linearity problems.
Lesson 3: Measurement System Stability.
· How to evaluate gage/instrument stability using a control chart.
· Taking action to deal with stability problems.
Lesson 4: Repeatability & Reproducibility.
· How to conduct a GR&R study.
· R&R analysis for non-destructive measurements.
· Use of ANOVA for GR&Rs.
· R&R analysis for destructive measurements.
· R&R analysis for attribute measurements.
· Graphical techniques to analyze R&R.
Lesson 5: Improving Measurement Systems.
· Using a problem-solving approach to find the root causes of repeatability and reproducibility problems.
· Using the GR&R data to help direct the problem-solving effort.
· A description of some basic causes to investigate if gage/instrument repeatability is high.
· A description of some basic causes to investigate if appraiser reproducibility is high.
Lesson 6: MSA Software Considerations.
· Suggested selection criteria for features of software programs for analyzing
GR&R studies. · An overview of some of the advanced measurement system analysis tools that a GR&R software package may have.
Challenge: An assessment of the learner's progress in this unit.

Unit 2 - Managing Measurement Systems
Lesson 1: Formal Instruments Management.
· Why a gage/instrument calibration program is so important and makes good business sense.
· Why a gage/instrument may not be accurate.
· The components of a gage/instrument management system.
Lesson 2: Sources of Measurement Error.
· Measurement errors due to gage/instrument calibration deficiencies.
· Measurement error related to gage/instrument usage or damage.
· Errors of judgment resulting in measurement errors.
· GR&R issues and measurement error.
Lesson 3: Calibration Practices.
· A discussion of common calibration practices.
· Key elements of a calibration system as defined by ISO 10012-1.
· Gage/instrument identification techniques.
· Sources for calibration procedures and independent calibration laboratories.
· Methods for determining intervals of calibration.
Lesson 4: Calibration Standards & Tools.
· Traceability of calibration standards from primary national standards to working standards.
· The role of transfer standards and working standards.
· Measurement uncertainty and the calibration system.
Lesson 5: Calibration Pitfalls.
· Common instrument management system pitfalls.
· Proactive techniques to steer your organization clear of these pitfalls.
Lesson 6: Records & Audits.
· Different types of records needed for a comprehensive instrument management system.
· The role of audits to ensure your instrument management system is working.
Lesson 7: Calibration Software Considerations.
· Benefits of using instrument management software.
· Suggested selection criteria of software features for an instrument management software program.
Challenge: An assessment of the learner's progress in this unit.