TRC2003: Industrial Temperature Calibration

A 3-day course to explore the theory and practice of temperature measurement & calibration

Objectives
To understand the techniques of industrial temperature calibration and accuracy issues.

Description

This is an introduction to the basic principles and techniques for testing or calibrating common sensors and thermometers in the industrial environmental.

It will focus on practical applications and hands-on experience with classroom discussion of the theory behind the technique.  Sessions include hands-on exercises in automated temperature calibration, loop calibration, triple-point water and LIG calibration.

Course Outline

Overview

• ITS-90, international agreements
• Terminology review
• Traceability & hierarchy

Unit Under Test Fundamentals

• Types, characteristics, and limitations
• Thermometer configurations

Calibration Methods

• Simulators
• Reference heat sources
• Reference thermometers
• Introduction to accuracy
• How accuracy is determined
• Error sources
• Special cases and challenges

Calibration Equipment

• Learn the characteristics and applications
• Heat sources
• Thermometers and readouts
• Standards - what is suitable as a reference

Case Studies

Other Issues

• Quality issues - ISO 17025, Z540, reports, record keeping
• Math applications
• Introduction to high - precision equipment
• Q & A Session

Hands-on Exercises

Who Should Attend?

This class is ideal for those who responsible for calibrating in-field standards.  Participants should have some relevant experience on sensor calibrations.

Course Information

Training Date :	Session 1: 6 - 8 April 2009 Session 2: 23 - 25 September 2009 (9.00am to 5.00pm)
Course Duration:	3 days
Trainer:	Mr. Woon Kin Seong Mr. Chng Wee Kian Lecturers of Institute of Technical Education
Location:	ITE College Central (MacPherson) Block D Room 206 (D206) 201 Circuit Road Singapore 379498
Course Fee:	Please check with your local Fluke representative for the course fee.
Course Accreditation:	This course has been approved for 28 PDU units under the Professional Engineer Board (PEB) Continuing Professional Development program.
Certification:	A certification of training will be awarded upon successful completion of the 3-day course.
Registration:	Ms. Stephanie Quek Fluke South East Asia Pte Ltd 60 Alexandra Terrace #03-16 The Comtech (Lobby D) Singapore 118502 Tel: (65) 6799-5204  Fax: (65) 6799-5577 Email: Stephanie.Quek@fluke.com

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