Fundamentals of Measurement and Inspection

Employees in quality assurance and quality management.

• Basics of measuring and testing
• Scope and types of measurements and tests
  • Full audit
  • 100% tests
  • Random checks
  • Test Types
• Measuring equipment and measured value
• Ability and suitability of measuring equipment
• Calibration
• Inspection planning

Meeting customer requirements is a prerequisite for the sustainable success of an organization. Systematic test planning, professional handling of measuring and testing equipment as well as the ability to correctly determine and interpret measurement and test results form a central component of this. This e-learning training course explains the essential factors that can lead to errors during measurement and testing through the use of video, text and graphics. In this way, you will be able to understand the influencing variables on a displayed measured value and how to deal with it. You will clearly distinguish the terms calibration and adjustment, and learn the principles of what a measuring instrument is capable as test equipment and learn everything about test planning.

Certificate of participation from the TÜV SÜD Academy

For a smooth user-experience in the course, a standard PC with sound card, a web browser with activated Flash Player, a DSL Internet connection and, if possible, headphones are necessary. In order to be able to provide you with access to the e-learnings, a personal e-mail address is required.

System requirements

Supported browsers include:

• Chrome
• Safari
• Internet Explorer
• Firefox

Additional requirements include:

• A high-speed internet connection will provide best results.
• An email address is required to register for courses.
• Microsoft Media Player or equivalent is needed to play audio and video files.
• Flash Player is used for content and interactive learning. If necessary download and install Flash Player to ensure proper operation of course content.

What is included with the course?

Each course will include access to e-learning content, quizzes, and proof of completion. Additional resources may also be included and this will vary by course.

Can I pause the course and log in to it anytime?

Certainly. The course allows the learner to take a break and return to it within the defined access period (typically 365 days).

Are there any quizzes in the middle of the course?

Our e-learning courses are designed to promote interaction between learner and content and often include quizzes. Quizzes are designed to help understand where successful learning has been achieved, and where opportunities for additional review exist.

Can I get a refund if I cancel my enrollment?

Refunds cannot be provided once a course is activated. Please be sure to review course information prior to activation.

What happens if I don’t finish the course within the access period?

The standard access period is 365 days to allow sufficient time to complete your course.

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