Measurements and Quality Engineering (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Content scheduling

The course consists of theoretical lectures and exercises. The measurement technology exercises focus on using measuring devices and generating measurement data. In the quality technology exercises, quality-related topics are discussed together.

Objective

After a completed study unit the student
- has a grasp of product and production measuring operations and the documentation there of

- is aware of the impact of errors in measuring on product quality and can statistically handle errors

- can plan product and production measuring operations

- can produce reports of quality and measuring operations

Content

- engineering workshop measuring devices

- standards of measurement

- error analysis and corrective action

- statistical methods and quality verification

- quality systems in production control

Materials

Andersson, P. A. & Tikka, H. 1997. Mittaus- ja laatutekniikat. WSOY. (as applicable)
Relevant standards available on SFS-Online (free access via the Finna service).
Lecture materials can be accessed on It’s Learning.
If needed, students are expected to find additional supplementary materials independently.

Teaching methods

The course includes lectures and exercises.

Exam schedules

The course does not include exams; assessment is based on course assignments and attendance. Since the evaluation is attendance-based, no retake exams will be arranged.

International connections

The course aims to integrate a work-life-oriented approach: lectures include examples from the professional field, demonstrating how different measurement techniques are applied in practice and highlighting potential challenges. Students are also trained to use common measuring instruments correctly and shown how measurement errors can occur. The quality engineering section examines the importance of quality and quality management from a work-life perspective.

To support evolving teaching methods and learning abilities, students are expected to take an active and engaged approach, assuming responsibility for their own studies. The instructor acts as a mentor throughout the course, guiding students toward the right solutions and moments of insight.

Completion alternatives

-

Student workload

Lectures/exercises: approximately 44 hours (22 separate sessions)
Independent study: approximately 89 hours

Further information

Course information will be communicated via It’s Learning.
The primary communication channel with the instructor is email (NO communication via It’s Learning).