TRC2003: Industrial Temperature Calibration

A three day course to explore the theory and practice of temperature measurement and calibration

Objectives

Description

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?

Course Information

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