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Measurement Uncertainty Class/Workshop

Measurement Uncertainty Class PictureThis class has been provided by Quametec since 1998, instructed by James D Jenkins, to personnel representing over 800 companies worldwide. Attendees have traveled to Michigan for this class from as far away as Malaysia.

Clients for this class include Accreditation Bodies, various International Government Agencies, US DoD, Aerospace Organizations, National Measurement Institutes, plus hundreds of commercial calibration, testing, and inspection laboratories needing to comply with ISO/IEC17025 or Z540.3 measurement uncertainty analysis requirements.

This course is presented in a manner which is suitable for entry level to senior calibration, testing and inspection technicians; metrologists, engineers, and scientists from any discipline. It is also ideal for technical and quality management personnel involved with measurements in any way. Special focus is given to the ISO/IEC17025 & the Z540.3 laboratory accreditation requirements. Disciplines of measurement addressed are different for each class, as each class is customized to cover the needs of the attendees.

Quametec is the leading provider of commercial uncertainty analysis software tools and training in the America! Our experience allows us to provide both a course "Learning Guarantee" and a software "Satisfaction Guarantee"!

SAVE TIME & MONEY! Get it right the first time with proven experience on your side! The developer/instructor of this course (James D Jenkins) has worked in metrology since 1982, his experience includes over 25 years of metrology management experience.

James professional experience includes working as a hands-on laboratory technician, electronic engineer, metrology engineer, technical and quality manager, accreditation assessor, a recognized trainer of laboratory accreditation assessors, and a consultant to various accreditation bodies and national laboratories on the topic of measurement uncertainty analysis and accreditation issues.

James began his metrology career with training in calibration and metrology while in the US Navy. Since starting Quametec, he has traveled around the world instructing in the practical application of the ISO GUM method and metrology practices for various international organizations and government agencies.

You may have heard the saying; "Join the Navy and see the world". In James' case, that was true but it took a little longer. As he puts it, "I joined the Navy and saw classrooms and laboratories, but the training I received in the Navy led me to eventually start Quametec and then I traveled around the world."

ISO GUM method based…

To ensure international acceptance, this course is based on the "ISO GUM Method". It is designed to directly address the ISO/IEC17025 & Z540.3 measurement uncertainty analysis requirements in a practical, compliant, efficient manner.

This course is ideal for the training of anyone needing to meet the measurement uncertainty analysis and measurement quality management requirements associated with ISO/IEC17025 and Z540.3. Technicians, engineers and scientists, with education levels ranging from high school to doctorates, have attended this class and have recommended it to others.

Contact Quametec at 1-810-225-8588 for reference contact information of someone in your field of measurement application that has taken this course.

Hands-on Experience with QUAMETEC's UncertaintyToolbox™:
Professional Measurement Uncertainty Analysis Software

Designed specifically to meet the requirements of ISO/IEC17025 laboratory accreditation!

Attendees will learn how to compute measurement uncertainty using QUAMETEC's UncertaintyToolbox™ for Microsoft® Excel®. This software makes easy work out of computing and producing ISO17025 compliant uncertainty estimates. UncertaintyToolbox™ is the #1 commercial software choice by accredited laboratories in America with well over 800 active users. Course is taught by the developer of the software; James D Jenkins of Quametec. License includes a membership in the "UncertaintyToolbox™ User Group" area on this site.

The Measurement Uncertainty Class with the Learning Guarantee…

This course covers three major objectives for the attendees:

  • Learn the concepts of measurement uncertainty analysis
  • Hands-on experience in computing practical examples from numerous measurement disciplines
  • Receive guidance, tools and training designed to make the task easier.

Our "LEARNING GUARANTEE"

"At the completion of our course, you will be able to return to your work center with the capability to perform measurement uncertainty analyses, not just have some vague idea of how it is done! If after taking our class you have difficulty computing measurement uncertainties, we will provide additional training at no additional cost!"

For a period of 90 days from class completion, each attendee receives FREE review of analyses they complete in their workplace. Where problems are found in submitted analyses which exhibit a lack of understanding in uncertainty analysis concepts, we provide assistance via telephone and/or internet GoToMeeting appointment with student. If student still has difficulty understanding, a FREE seat is offered to the student in any upcoming uncertainty analysis class or the provision of free private tutoring.

With over 800 students of this course to date, QIMT has found the need to issue only three (3) seats under this guarantee. Showing a first time success rate of better than 99%.

When you go to a class to learn how to do something, you expect to be able to do it after receiving the training. With Quametec, your expectations are guaranteed to be met satisfactorily!

To register and reserve your seat today, call QUAMETEC at 1.810.225.8588

Uncertainty analysis training can also be held at your facility! See Private Training tab.


Public Class Course Outline

This course includes instruction in the principles and process of measurement uncertainty analysis following the ISO GUM Method (as per ISO17025 requirements). To ensure that the training is successful, the course includes hands-on training in performing uncertainty analyses relevant to each students' workplace.

Each student receives:

  • The handbook "Measurement Uncertainty Analysis Fundamentals" written by the course instructor, James D Jenkins.
  • Copy of the course presentation in book form.
  • A single-user licensed copy of UncertaintyToolbox™ for Microsoft Excel®
  • Certificate of Training; recognized by the accreditation industry (via an ILAC MRA)
  • Selection of numerous tools and documents associated with computing measurement uncertainties.
  • During class interactive completion of at least once analysis of a measurement process from the students workplace, as chosen by the student.
  • After class access, via telephone, email or internet meeting, to the instructor for answers to questions related to uncertainty analysis issues*.
  • After class professional review of their first few actual analyses performed in the workplace*.
* Provided at no additional charge for a defined after training support period. This is provided to ensure the provided training is successful in meeting the objectives for the provided training.

Uncertainty Analysis - Day 1:
Measurement Quality, Measurement Uncertainty, and ISO/IEC17025
Accreditation Requirements pertaining to Uncertainty Analysis

Introduction to Measurement Quality Basics (ISO17025)

  • Qualified Personnel
  • Adequate Environment
  • Appropriate Methods & Adequate Procedures
  • Measurement Equipment Reliability
  • Process Quality Assurance Methods
  • Statements of Measurement Capability
  • Establishing Measurement Quality Decision Rules

Determining Needed Analyses

  • Developing a Matrix of Points to be Analyzed
  • Range Uncertainty Statement Calculations
  • Establishing a logical approach to efficiently cover all output data
    • Identify Parameters of Measurement
    • Identify Processes per Parameter
    • Logical Grouping of DUT/UUT's per Process
    • Identify Logical Points of Analysis

Concepts of Uncertainty Analysis (ISO GUM Method)

  • Measurement, Error & Uncertainty
  • Uncertainty Contributors
  • Statistics Concepts & Math
  • Uncertainty Analysis Process
    • Basic Statistics Concepts
      • Populations
      • Distributions
      • Means, Modes, and Medians
      • Standard Deviations
    • Statistical Math for Uncertainty Analysis
      • Understanding the Math
    • The Analysis Process
      • The Measurand
      • The Uncertainty Budget
      • Type B Computations
      • Type A Computations
      • Uncertainty Modeling Made Easy
        • Sensitivity Coefficients
      • Correlations
      • Variance Addition Rule/Root Sum Square
      • Degrees of Freedom
        • Type A Estimates
        • Type B Estimates
        • Total Effective Degrees of Freedom
      • Expanded Uncertainty (U95)
        • Normal Distribution
        • Students t-Distribution
      • Reporting of Uncertainty
      • Taking Uncertainty into Account (per Z-540.3)

UncertaintyToolbox ™ for Microsoft Excel®

  • Introduction to the use of the software
  • Installing and setting up the software

Uncertainty Analysis - Day 2:
Hands-on use of UncertaintyToolbox™ to Compute Measurement Uncertainty

  • Recap of First Day Topics
  • Hands-on Uncertainty Analysis Computations
    • Examples based on actual measurements performed at each attendee's workplace
    • Attendee need only describe measurement process, equipment tolerances and calibration certificates helpful but not required. Actual values can be entered into example by student upon returning to workplace.

Uncertainty Analysis - Day 3:
Hands-on use of UncertaintyToolbox™ to Compute Measurement Uncertainty

  • Recap of First Day Topics and Second Day Examples
  • Continuation of Hands-on Uncertainty Analysis Computations
  • Attendee Course Test - OPTIONAL for most attendees; required for those using the training to meet any requirements for becoming a laboratory accreditation assessor.
  • Discussion of Test and Re-cap of any area not fully understood by attendees
  • Developing a Laboratory Scope of Measurement Capability
    • Calculating and Expressing Uncertainties across a Measurement Range using Quametec's "RUSC Method".


Public Class Schedule for 2010

Hotel information and special room rates are provided to attendees upon class registration.

Links to hotels are provided for basic hotel information. SPECIAL ROOM RATES are provided to attendees. We provide a phone number and information to make your reservations upon registering for the class! Class size limited to a maximum of 12 students! Reserve your seat today!

Measurement Uncertainty Analyst Class
3 days hands-on training		Tuition = $1,895 per person
Call for pricing if sending more than one student.
2010 Class Schedule:
Jan 20th - 22nd in Fenton, Michigan at the Holiday Inn Express
Mar 9th - 11th in Fenton, Michigan at the Holiday Inn Express
May 18th - 20th in Fenton, Michigan at the Holiday Inn Express
Jul 13th - 15th in Fenton, Michigan at the Holiday Inn Express
Sep 14th - 16th in Fenton, Michigan at the Holiday Inn Express
Nov 9th - 11th in Fenton, Michigan at the Holiday Inn Express

CALL 1-810-225-8588 (9am to 4pm) M-F EDT to reserve your seat.

Payment is required on or before the start of the course and can be made by Check, American Express, Visa, Master Card or company Purchase Order. Travel and lodging are NOT included. Class size is Limited to 12 seats!


Private Training & On-site Assistance

Quametec can provide a customized training/workshop session at your designated facility or lead a project to complete your necessary measurement uncertainties. Our on-site private training programs are designed to focus directly on your measurement analysis needs and provide hands-on assistance, where needed.

The cost for this service is based solely on time and expenses, meaning we don't charge a premium based on the number of people you have trained.

Our current prices in US dollars for this type of service in the USA:

Itemized Services
On-Site Service Fees
Instructor Preparation Fee
$0.00 (value added feature)
Training Customization Fee
$0.00 (value added feature)
Instructor On-site Rate
$2,200 per day
Instructor Travel Time Rate
$1,100 per day
"Learning Guarantee" with 90 Day Support
$0.00 (value added feature)
Travel Costs
Estimated "Not to Exceed" value provided with quote
*Software and Handbooks are provided as part of this program at a reduced price of $650 per set. Not all attendees are required to have the software, based on your needs, we will provide a recommendation pertaining to the needed number of licenses and handbooks.

For this type of service outside the USA, please call or email us at info@quametec.com.

Call 1-810-225-8588 (9am to 4pm) EDT M-F for more information.


Class Attendee Prerequisites

Students should be familiar with the measurement processes for which they wish to learn how to compute the measurement uncertainty.

A knowledge of basic high school algebra and statistics is useful, but not required.

Attendees should be familiar with their computers operating system and Microsoft® Excel®.

We will provide the necessary training and understanding of the applicable concepts and use of the software in the computation of measurement uncertainty estimates in accordance with our unique "learning guarantee".

What to Bring

Students are required to bring a PC notebook or other portable PC, running any operating system that can run Microsoft® Excel® 2003, 2007, or 2010 with at least 512 MB of RAM, CD-ROM drive, and 50 MB of available disk space.

Please ensure that you have "Administrator" log-in permissions for your computer, have Excel® "Analysis Tool-Pak" installed on your computer or bring your Excel® installation disk with you to class.

(RENTAL Laptops may be available from QUAMETEC, inquire as needed)

Study Materials: Pens, student workbooks, and analysis software will be provided.

Analysis Problems: Bring any uncertainty analysis problems that are of interest to your workplace. Basic information regarding the measurement process and traceability of the reference equipment is needed as a minimum.

Class Tuition and Deliverables

Tuition of $1,895 USD includes the following:

Received Prior to Class:

Students receive a copy of the handbook written by the instructor, "Measurement Uncertainty Analysis Fundamentals" (a $95 value). This can be read prior to class to ensure maximum benefit of time spent in class and makes a good reference book for after class use.

Received During Class:

During the three full days of professional instruction with Professional Software, students will receive a CD loaded with tools for unit conversion, calibration interval evaluation, a licensed copy of the QUAMETEC UncertaintyToolbox™ for Microsoft Excel® software (a $695 value), plus reference documents for advanced learning, and a FREEWARE digital electronic statistics textbook.

Received at End of Class:

A Course Certificate is provided to all attendees. Class Sample Analyses: A segment of the course is devoted to solving specific problems relevant to each student's workplace. The instructor copy of the analyses worked on in class is provided to the attendee at the end of the class to use as additional references.

Received After Class:

For 90 days after class each student receives free review of analyses plus answers to any related questions. This consulting service alone would be worth the price of the course, if our training wasn't so good that few actually need this service.

To register and reserve your seat today, call QUAMETEC at 1.810.225.8588

QUAMETEC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any course and to change instructors. Please be advised that QUAMETEC is not responsible for any airfare penalties or other travel charges you may incur. Cancellation fee of $ 200 will be applied if you drop out with-in 2 weeks of class. If you have received the class book and are unable to attend the class you will be invoiced for the retail cost of the book. There will be no refunds on tuition. If for any reason you do not complete the class, we will make every effort to accommodate you in a future class for the days that you miss in your originally scheduled class.