WorkPlace Training, Inc.

will have the follow classes at the
NCSLI Training Center, Boulder, CO

Oct 6 - 7, 2008

SPC for Calibration and Testing Laboratories

$1295. per person, group and gov discounts

Statistical Process Control (SPC) using control chart methods is normally thought of as manufacturing and process oriented statistical analysis tools. So, why utilize them in testing and calibration laboratory applications? They are used in many indirect ways in testing and calibration environment even when laboratory personnel do not think they are using them. When one checks their standards at a regular interval, performs intermediate checks and record the data, they are informally performing the first half function of control charts.

This workshop formalizes that approach, so useful information such as measurement uncertainty is derived from the data gathering exercise. Typical applications of control charts extend to:

Check Standards, Stability Studies, Characterizing Drift, Long Term Reproducibility
Determining Realistic Tolerances, Determining Measurement Uncertainties

Timely, hands-on examples and practical applications are demonstrated during the workshop to provide familiarity and experience. Knowledge of basic math is required but no other prior experience is necessary.
Topics Covered

Mean, Mode, Median, Range Types of Control Charts
Population and Sample Standard Deviation Decision rules for interpreting Control Chart data
Standard Deviation of the Mean SPC Applications in Calibration & Testing
Histogram, Bell Curve, Central Limit Theorem Process Capability and determining risks
z, t and F distributions Gage R & R and ANOVA techniques
Measurement Uncertainty from SPC Using spreadsheets for SPC

This workshop uses computer spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel© ) and other software applications to demonstrate SPC techniques. Attendees are provided a 30-day trial version of an Excel Add-in application for SPC and other useful tools. Workshop participants are encouraged to bring a scientific calculator to the workshop to perform exercises. All other materials are provided. Use of a laptop computer is allowed but not necessary.
The workshop is conducted by Dilip Shah – WorkPlace Training Inc., Chief Subject Matter Expert
Dilip Shah (ASQ Senior Member) has more than 25 years of industry experience in metrology, electronics, instrumentation, measurement and computer applications of statistics in the Quality Assurance areas. He is well versed in all measurement parameters. He has been employed in various positions with Phillips Electronics (UK), Kodak Ltd. (UK), Instruments Division of Monsanto Corporation, Flexsys America and Alpha Technologies. He is currently a Principal of E = mc3 Solutions, a consulting practice that provides training and consulting solutions in ISO9000/TS 16949, ISO17025, measurement and computer applications.
Dilip is certified by American Society for Quality (ASQ) as a Certified Quality Auditor, Certified Quality Engineer and Certified Calibration Technician. Dilip volunteers his time with the local Akron-Canton (Ohio) ASQ section where he was the past chairman (2001-2002). Dilip has been a member of the advisory board of the University of Akron Engineering and Science Technology Division since 1988. Dilip also belongs to the Statistics, Automotive, Inspection, Quality Audit and Measurement Quality Divisions (Chair 2003-2005 year) of American Society for Quality. Dilip is the co-author of The Metrology Handbook published by the ASQ Quality Press. Dilip participated in the development of ASQ’s Certified Calibration Technician exam. Dilip participates actively in the measurement related issues through NCSLI (National Conference of Standards Laboratories International) and the west coast based Measurement Science Conference (MSC) where he presents sessions, papers and workshops. Dilip also is a member of IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers). Dilip is the recipient of MQD’s 2005 Max J. Unis Award and co-recipient of 2003 MSC’s Algie Lance Award for the best Paper (Gage R.& R versus ANOVA). Dilip is also serving a 3-year term on the A2LA Board of Directors (2006-2009).

Oct 8 - 10, 2008

Measurement Uncertainty

$1495.per person, Group rates available

ISO 17025 requires that measurement uncertainties of the various parameters in the calibration and testing process be quantified in order for the calibration/tests to be traceable and valid. This workshop covers the necessary topics required by the ISO 17025 standard for compliance. Workshop participants gain hands-on experience on quantifying measurement uncertainty which can be applied in any testing and calibration application. ELEARNING is included as a prerequisite for attendee.

The workshop is designed for technicians, engineers, metrologists, quality/laboratory managers and other personnel who want to understand the concept of applying and managing Measurement Uncertainty data. The workshop content is arranged in a basic, building-block format so that participants can understand and implement all aspects of Measurement Uncertainty. Timely, hands-on Measurement Uncertainty examples are given during the workshop to provide familiarity and experience.
Topics Covered

Standards and Practices Definitions and Basic Concepts
Basic Statistics Uncertainty Distributions
Uncertainty Calculations Combining Uncertainty Methods
Determining Expanded Uncertainty Analyzing and Reporting Uncertainty
Applying Uncertainty Data Special Topics (T.A.R. vs. T.U.R. etc.)
Analyzing and understanding Calibration Reports Decision Rules

New ISO 17025:2005 data analysis requirements explained!

This workshop uses computer spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel© ) to demonstrate Measurement Uncertainty techniques. Workshop participants are encouraged to bring a scientific calculator to the workshop to perform exercises. All other materials are provided. Use of a laptop computer is encouraged but not necessary. A spreadsheet template is provided to the attendees.

The workshop is conducted by:
Dilip A. Shah (ASQ Senior Member) has over 30 years of industry experience in metrology, electronics, instrumentation, measurement and computer applications of statistics in the Quality Assurance areas. He is well versed in all measurement parameters. He has been employed in various positions with Phillips Electronics (UK), Kodak Ltd. (UK), Instruments Division of Monsanto Corporation, Flexsys America and Alpha Technologies. He is currently a Principal of E = mc3 Solutions, a consulting practice that provides training and consulting solutions in ISO9000/TS 16949, ISO17025, measurement and computer applications.

Dilip is certified by American Society for Quality (ASQ) as a Certified Quality Auditor, Certified Quality Engineer and Certified Calibration Technician. Dilip volunteers his time with the local Akron-Canton (Ohio) ASQ section where he was the Chair (2001-2002 year). Dilip has been a member of the advisory board of the University of Akron Engineering and Science Technology Division since 1988. Dilip also belongs to the Statistics, Automotive, Inspection, Quality Audit and Measurement Quality Divisions (Chair 2007-2008, 2003-2005 years) of American Society for Quality. Dilip is the co-author of The Metrology Handbook published by the ASQ Quality Press. Dilip participated in the development of ASQ’s Certified Calibration Technician exam. Dilip participates actively in the measurement related issues through National Conference of Standards Laboratories International (NCSLI) and the west coast based Measurement Science Conference (MSC) where he presents sessions, papers and workshops. Dilip also is a member of Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). Dilip is the recipient of MQD’s Highest Award, the 2005 Max J. Unis Award and co-recipient of MSC’s 2003 Algie Lance Award for the Best Paper (Gage R. & R. versus ANOVA). Dilip is a Member of the A2LA Board of Directors (2006-2009). Dilip is a Chief Technical Officer for Workplace Training Inc. which provides many on-line measurement-related training options to the industry. Dilip is also involved in Education & Training Committee activities of NCSLI.