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Master’s in Metrology and Quality for Reproductions Engineering — CMM, GD&T, Control Plans, Traceability

Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in metrology and quality engineering for reproduction parts, structured in 12 modules covering traceability, measurement uncertainty, applied GD&T, coordinate measurement, optical and surface measurement, MSA, quality planning, SPC, traceability and quality management systems, with an assigned technical tutor.

Duration1900 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Apply the principles of metrology and traceability.

02

Estimate measurement uncertainty.

03

Interpret and apply GD&T tolerances.

04

Measure parts with CMMs and optical systems.

05

Evaluate measurement systems through MSA studies.

06

Plan and control the quality of reproduction parts.

07

Implement a quality management system.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Metrologists
  • Quality technicians
  • CMM programmers
  • Supplier quality engineers
  • Dimensional inspection managers
  • Quality auditors
  • Engineering or science graduates seeking to move into spare parts manufacturing
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISO 10360-2 (acceptance and verification of CMMs)
  • ISO 1101 (geometrical tolerancing)
  • JCGM 100:2008 (GUM, guide to the expression of uncertainty in measurement)
  • ISO 14253-1 (decision rules for conformity)
  • ISO 9001 (quality management systems)
  • EN 10204 (inspection documents for metallic products)
  • ISO 21920-2 (surface texture profile parameters)
  • ISO 22514-2 (process capability and performance)
  • PC-DMIS
  • Calypso
  • Minitab
  • ZEISS INSPECT
  • PolyWorks
Syllabus

12 modules · 1900 h

  1. 1.1International vocabulary of metrology
  2. 1.2Metrological traceability to standards
  3. 1.3Standards and calibration
  4. 1.4Accuracy, precision and resolution
  5. 1.5Systematic and random errors
  6. 1.6Control of environmental conditions
  7. 1.7Reference temperature of 20 °C
  8. 1.8Calibration laboratories
  9. 1.9Metrology in the workshop
  10. 1.10Case study: traceability chain of a micrometer
  1. 2.1The GUM and its structure
  2. 2.2Type A evaluation
  3. 2.3Type B evaluation
  4. 2.4Calculating combined uncertainty
  5. 2.5Calculating expanded uncertainty
  6. 2.6Uncertainty budgets
  7. 2.7Monte Carlo method
  8. 2.8Decision rules
  9. 2.9Reporting results
  10. 2.10Laboratory: uncertainty budget for a diameter measurement
  1. 3.1The ISO GPS language
  2. 3.2ISO 1101 and ASME Y14.5
  3. 3.3Datum systems
  4. 3.4Form tolerances
  5. 3.5Orientation tolerances
  6. 3.6Location tolerances
  7. 3.7Run-out tolerances
  8. 3.8Maximum material condition
  9. 3.9Interpreting period drawings
  10. 3.10Practical exercise: dimensioning a reproduction part
  1. 4.1Bridge CMMs
  2. 4.2Articulated measuring arms
  3. 4.3Probes and probe heads
  4. 4.4Probing strategies
  5. 4.5Part alignments
  6. 4.6CMM programming
  7. 4.7ISO 10360 verification
  8. 4.8Tolerance evaluation
  9. 4.9Measurement reports
  10. 4.10Workshop: measurement programme for a flange
  1. 5.1Structured light scanners
  2. 5.2Profile projectors
  3. 5.3Measuring microscopes
  4. 5.4Roughness and the Ra and Rz parameters
  5. 5.5Waviness measurement
  6. 5.6Thread measurement
  7. 5.7Gear measurement
  8. 5.8Comparison with CAD
  9. 5.9Method selection
  10. 5.10Laboratory: roughness measurement of a ground surface
  1. 6.1Objectives and types of MSA studies
  2. 6.2Repeatability and reproducibility
  3. 6.3Bias and linearity
  4. 6.4Stability of the measurement system
  5. 6.5Attribute studies
  6. 6.6Number of distinct categories
  7. 6.7Improving the measurement system
  8. 6.8Gauge management
  9. 6.9Complete process documentation
  10. 6.10Practical exercise: gauge R&R study
  1. 7.1Process FMEA
  2. 7.2Control plan
  3. 7.3Identifying critical characteristics
  4. 7.4Inspection frequencies
  5. 7.5Inspection instructions
  6. 7.6Check sheets
  7. 7.7Incoming inspection
  8. 7.8Final inspection and release
  9. 7.9Product audits
  10. 7.10Case study: control plan for a reproduction part
  1. 8.1Control charts
  2. 8.2Process capability
  3. 8.3Sampling by attributes
  4. 8.4Sampling by variables
  5. 8.5Short runs and SPC
  6. 8.6Root cause analysis
  7. 8.7Pareto charts
  8. 8.8Continuous improvement of the system
  9. 8.9Software tools
  10. 8.10Workshop: capability analysis with short runs
  1. 9.1Material traceability
  2. 9.2EN 10204 certificates
  3. 9.3Batch identification
  4. 9.4Marking of reproduction parts
  5. 9.5Control sheets
  6. 9.6Measurement records
  7. 9.7Document management and version control
  8. 9.8Record retention
  9. 9.9Documentation audit
  10. 9.10Practical exercise: quality dossier for a batch
  1. 10.1ISO 9001 requirements
  2. 10.2Process approach
  3. 10.3Risk management
  4. 10.4Staff competence
  5. 10.5Control of measuring equipment
  6. 10.6Non-conformities and corrective actions
  7. 10.7Internal audit programme
  8. 10.8Management review
  9. 10.9Certification process
  10. 10.10Case study: quality system for a reproduction parts manufacturer
  1. 11.1Customer expectations
  2. 11.2Concours quality
  3. 11.3Complaints and warranties
  4. 11.4Comparisons between reproductions
  5. 11.5Communicating quality
  6. 11.6Collaboration with clubs
  7. 11.7Certificates of authenticity
  8. 11.8Returns management
  9. 11.9Product improvement
  10. 11.10Workshop: complaints analysis for a product
  1. 12.1Selecting the part or process
  2. 12.2Requirements analysis
  3. 12.3GD&T dimensioning of the part
  4. 12.4Measurement plan
  5. 12.5Measurement system study
  6. 12.6Control plan
  7. 12.7Quality dossier
  8. 12.8Conclusions and future work
  9. 12.9Master's Thesis report
  10. 12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

The programme is delivered 100% online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so it can be combined with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is PC-DMIS, Calypso, Minitab, ZEISS INSPECT and PolyWorks, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures for coordinate measuring machine measurement, repeatability and reproducibility studies and process capability analysis. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.

Standards covered: ISO 10360-2, ISO 1101, JCGM 100:2008 (GUM), ISO 14253-1, ISO 9001, EN 10204, ISO 21920-2, ISO 22514-2.

Assigned technical tutor:every module ends with a deliverable that your tutor marks individually.
Standards-based learning:guided reading of ISO 10360-2, ISO 1101 and JCGM 100:2008 (GUM) applied to real cases, not as a theoretical annex.
Industry software:PC-DMIS, Calypso, Minitab, ZEISS INSPECT and PolyWorks, in free, academic or evaluation versions.
Master's Thesis with defence:A complete metrology and quality system for a reproduction part, from GD&T to the quality dossier, defended before a panel.
Flexible format:100% online, no fixed timetables, compatible with full-time work.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Requirements and GD&T
Select a part or process, analyse its requirements and dimension it with GD&T.
Measurement plan
Define the measurement methods, equipment and uncertainty budget.
Measurement system study
Validate the measurement system through an R&R study.
Control plan
Draw up the control plan and inspection frequencies.
Master's Thesis
Compile the quality dossier and present the results, defended before a panel.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

MetrologistQuality technicianCMM programmerSupplier quality engineerDimensional inspection managerQuality auditor
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • University degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • English sufficient to read technical standards.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.

You work with PC-DMIS, Calypso, Minitab, ZEISS INSPECT and PolyWorks, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.

A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.

A degree in engineering, science or architecture (or equivalent professional experience), a suitable computer and internet connection, and English sufficient to read technical standards.

Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.

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