Fundamentals of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in Design through Manufacturing (for ASME Y14.5-2009 GDTP-Technologist Level) (Virtual Classroom)

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) eliminates ambiguities on engineering drawings and clearly conveys the designer's intent. It ensures seamless communication between design, engineering, manufacturing and quality teams across the entire organization, enabling them to work together effectively and efficiently. In today’s highly competitive business environment, proper application of GD&T helps companies significantly reduce manufacturing and inspection costs.

This course will:

• Focus on the system and language of GD&T and the methods of applying it through case studies, examples and exercises
• Cover the philosophies of how, when, and where to apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing along with tips for producing quality parts
• Provide a solid grounding in the fundamentals of geometric tolerancing based on the ASME Y14.5-2009 Standard
• Help prepare participants for the ASME Y14.5-2009 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Professional GDTP Technologist Level examination.

This course is designed for those who use the ASME Y14.5-2009 Dimensioning and Tolerancing Standard. It covers most of the geometric characteristic symbols used in mechanical drawings. 

Theoretical and practical concepts of each of the geometric characteristic symbols are explained relative to design, tooling, production and inspection. 

Parts of a directional-changes gear box are used as platforms for the geometric controls, including shafts, gears, bearings, keys, lip seals, castings, and threaded fasteners.

Course Materials (included in purchase of course): 

Digital course notes via ASME’s Learning Platform

By participating in this course, you will learn how to successfully:

• Explain GD&T terms and definitions
• Describe the relationship of geometric characteristics and feature types, such as RFS, MMC and LMC conditions, and calculate bonus tolerance
• Inspect GD&T features using conventional, CMMs & Functional gages
• Apply GD&T to drawings
• Apply GD&T controls for new product development using case studies
• Describe ASME Y14.5-2009 standard rules

Who should attend?

This course is designed for beginners as well as experienced professionals with no prior or minimal GD&T experience, who are looking to gain an in-depth knowledge of the best practices in GD&T and the ASME Y14.5M-2009 standard. This course can also be used by individuals as a supplement in studying and preparing to achieve the ASME Y14.5-2009 GDTP Technologist Certification.

This ASME Virtual Classroom course is held live with an instructor on our online learning platform. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to registrants who successfully attend and complete the course.