Measurement Systems Analysis - Full-day Class

This 8-hour workshop is aimed at industry professionals who must wrestle with measurement and test variability. The focus of the MSA is to understand the extent of the measurement variation in a "gauge" so that appropriate action can be taken to adjust or improve the measurement system. Particular attention is given to the design and analysis of the "gauge R&R" study for both variables and attributes measurements. In addition, methods for determining gauge linearity, calibration decision-making, and stability assessment are provided. Guidance is also given to participants whose measurement systems do not conform to standard analytical approaches. Examples include measurement systems where the results are elusive, dynamic, or destructive or where the final measurement is derived from other measurements. The seminar includes two workshops requiring participants to conduct and analyze gauge R&R studies that they designed earlier in the course.

Course Outline

1. Measurement Quality Terms & Definitions
   1. Accuracy, precision, repeatability, reproducibility, linearity, etc.
2. Common Indices of Measurement Capability: %R&R, %P/T
3. The Gauge R&R Study
   1. Gauge studies with continuous/variables data
   2. Gauge Stsdies with discrete/attribute data
   3. Design issues in gauge R&R studies
4. Analysis of Gauge R&R Studies: Graphical & ANOVA
   1. Use of software to design and analyze gauge R&R studies
5. Actions to Improve an Incapable Gauge: Temporary & Permanent
6. Analyses for Bias & Non-Linearity
7. Advanced MSA Topics
   1. The "Elusive" measurement: The Nested Design
   2. Design of gauge R&R studies for destructive testing
   3. MSA for a derived/calculated measurement

Who Should Attend:
Managers, engineers, or personnel in inspection & test, quality assurance, manufacturing, engineering, or related disciplines who are responsible for the measurement systems in their organization.