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Jul 14, 2008 - Jul 16, 2008

Measurement Uncertainty Workshop
 
Baymont Inn & Suites
Wixom, Michigan United States
Contact: QUAMETEC
Phone: 810-225-8588
Fax: 810-225-8589
Email: info@quametec.com
Home Web Page: http://www.quametec.com
Registration Web Page: http://

3-Day Class $1,895 includes software
The Complete Measurement Uncertainty Analysis Solution!
ISO GUM Concepts, Hands-on Workshop, and features/techniques unique in the industry to QUAMETEC, such as; “Measurement Range Uncertainty” analysis for analyzing an entire measuring range, “Uncertainty Matrixing” for addressing the measurement uncertainties of an entire laboratory and “Uncertainty Toolbox™” software, reported to be the favorite measurement uncertainty analysis software of America's accredited laboratories and assessor's alike, due to it's ease of use and full calculation and reporting in Microsoft® Excel®, allowing users to provide their analysis work in digital form to their assessor. The developer/instructor is a trainer/technical advisor for several ISO/IEC17025 accreditation bodies. This assures the attendees receive up to date and appropriate guidance in meeting the accreditation requirements for uncertainty analysis. To ensure the attendee's learning objectives are met, each attendee receives FREE review of uncertainty budgets for 30 days.
 
Jul 14, 2008 - Jul 18, 2008

ISO 9001:2000 Lead Auditor Training RABQSA-TPECS
 
Georgia Tech
Global Learning Center
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, Georgia United States
Contact: Georgia Tech
Phone:
Email: katie.takacs@dlpe.gatech.edu
Home Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/quality08/
Registration Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/quality08/

Download Georgia Tech's International Standards and Quality catalog.

Course Description:
Approach ISO 9001:2000 registration from an auditor's point of view.

Learn to:
Evaluate your quality system for conformance
Identify and apply ISO 9001:2000 to a set of situations
Develop an audit plan and conduct opening and closing meetings
Clearly and objectively present

To register without downloading the catalog, visit www.pe.gatech.edu.
 
Jul 15, 2008 - Jul 16, 2008

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Fundamentals of Natural Gas Measurement Training Course
 
Holiday Inn
Estes Park, Colorado United States
Contact: CEESI
Phone: 970-897-2711
Fax: 970-897-2710
Email: tkegel@ceesi.com
Home Web Page: http://www.ceesi.com/training_fumtc.aspx
Registration Web Page: https://www.ceesi.com/training_register.aspx

This course is presented in a sequence specifically designed to gradually build up an understanding of natural gas measurement. The details of meter operations are introduced at a simple level and gradually build up in complexity. The gas properties discussion illustrates the volume correction process. The mechanics of how calibration establishes the traceability of a measurement have become more important as the industry begins to adopt new measurement technology such as the ultrasonic meter. Finally, having calibrated a meter, there will be installation effects present in the field. This course is designed for technicians, managers, and entry-Level engineers. Topics covered include: industry standards, pressure drop and flowrate, positive displacement meter, turbine meter, installation effects, calibration and traceability, volume corrections, gas properties, ultrasonic meters, coriolis meters, and orifice meters.
 
Jul 17, 2008

Lean Office and Administration
 
Georgia Tech
Global Learning Center
Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, Georgia United States
Contact: Georgia Tech
Phone:
Email: katie.takacs@dlpe.gatech.edu
Home Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/lean08/
Registration Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/lean08/

Download Georgia Tech's Lean Enterprise Services catalog.

Course Description:
Instantly, your office will operate more efficiently.

Learn to:
Understand a general overview of “Lean Thinking”
Introduce the various Lean concepts and their application to office and administrative processes
Apply Lean concepts through simulated office and actual office Kaizen events

To register without downloading the catalog, visit www.pe.gatech.edu.
 
Jul 17, 2008 - Jul 18, 2008

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Gas Measurement Auditing & Troubleshooting Training Course
 
Holiday Inn
Estes Park, Colorado United States
Contact: CEESI
Phone: 970-897-2711
Fax: 970-897-2710
Email: chodges@ceesi.com
Home Web Page: http://www.ceesi.com/training_gmat.aspx
Registration Web Page: https://www.ceesi.com/training_register.aspx

This course is of interest to anyone wanting to learn more about measurement auditing and measurement problem troubleshooting issues and techniques. This course is designed for gas measurement auditors, volume processing professionals, and field-level technicians. Subjects to be addressed include: the measurement auditing process, gas meters and their selection, measurement station design considerations, common measurement problems (field and office), measurement standards and auditing, common gas industry practices, volume and energy calculations, flow anomaly determination, flow computer data review, field calibration issues and remedies, evaluating gas flow computers, and understanding measurement uncertainty. Instructors are from both CEESI and Steve Stark with Stark & Associates, Inc. (www.starkassoc.com).
 
Jul 17, 2008 - Jul 18, 2008

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Advanced Natural Gas Measurement Training Course
 
Holiday Inn
Estes Park, Colorado United States
Contact: CEESI
Phone: 970-897-2711
Fax: 970-897-2710
Email: tkegel@ceesi.com
Home Web Page: http://www.ceesi.com/training_aumtc.aspx
Registration Web Page: https://www.ceesi.com/training_register.aspx

This comprehensive course builds on the material presented in the fundamentals class by providing much more detail. Some of the material is presented simultaneously in two parallel tracks, the student selects the track that best fits their needs. The first track is organized around the use of orifice meters and other differential producing flow elements (cone type, wedge type, venturi etc.). The second track focuses on the linear meters, ultrasonic and turbine. The two tracks allows for a greater level of detail while providing flexibility to the students. The remainder of the course materials, identified as common topics, are presented to the entire group. All courses are taught by qualified professionals from the CEESI staff and special guest lecturers from the various flow measurement industries. This course is designed for senior technicians and engineers. Topics covered include: meter station design, gas properties, installation effects, calibration and traceability, temperature measurement, coriolis meters, electronic flow measurement, flare measurement, linear meter topics, AGA 7, AGA 9 updates, installation effects, USM diagnostics, turbine meter Reynolds number effects, USM interface demonstration, differential meter topics, equation development, AGA 3 updates, low pressure applications (coalbed methane), other primary elements (cone type, venturi, averaging pitot), and installation effects (API MPMS 22.1).
 
Jul 21, 2008 - Jul 22, 2008

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Natural Gas Measurement Uncertainty Training Course
 
Holiday Inn
Estes Park, Colorado United States
Contact: CEESI
Phone: 970-897-2711
Fax: 970-897-2710
Email: tkegel@ceesi.com
Home Web Page: http://www.ceesi.com/training_ngmu.aspx
Registration Web Page: https://www.ceesi.com/training_register.aspx

This course is based on CEESI’s 40+ years of experience in the operation of gas and liquid flow calibration facilities. This experience includes the measurement of pressure, temperature, gas composition, and mass as well as the operation of data acquisition systems. The material is example based, the fundamental concepts are taught by exploring a variety of real world applications. The necessary statistical concepts are reinforced based on numerical simulation. All courses are taught by qualified professionals from the CEESI staff and special guest lecturers from the various flow measurement industries. This course is designed for senior technicians and engineers. The course material is divided into four parts: Part 1: The primary objective for the first day is the presentation of a step by step method for performing an uncertainty analysis. This is accomplished with extensive detail based on three independent examples. In parallel, the statistical concept of the standard deviation is introduced and developed based on computer simulation. While the step by step method is based on the new “ISO GUM” it is also applicable to the older method. Part 2: Statistical process control (SPC) has long been recognized as a valuable tool in manufacturing operations. The application of SPC techniques to instrument calibration and uncertainty is discussed in Part 2. Three examples that progressively become more complex, are used to teach this subject. Two are based on pressure transducers, the third is based on flowmeter calibration. Techniques are discussed that monitor the state of control, define components of uncertainty, and identify long and short term random effects. Part 3: The third part consists of a variety of shorter subjects. Youden analysis aids in the identification of uncertainty sources. Risk management involves the uncertainty issues associated with defining pass/fail criteria. Traceability includes uncertainty components associated with calibration. Other subjects include correlation, regression, and uncertainty intervals. Part 4: Part 4 provides example analyses of the instruments and components that make up a larger uncertainty analysis. Instrumentation includes pressure transducers, flowmeters, voltmeters and electronic counters. The discussion includes comparisons between instrumentation with different performance specifications. This part of the course also includes uncertainty associated with equations of state.
 
Jul 21, 2008 - Jul 22, 2008

Seminar: Basic Statistical Process Control
 
To be announced
Burnsville, Minnesota United States
Contact: Gary C. Meyer
Phone: 952-935-1108
Fax: Same
Email: gmeyer@jg-technology.com
Home Web Page: http://www.jg-technology.com
Registration Web Page: http://www.jg-technology.com/seminars.html

This course will provide practical instruction on the fundamental statistical tools used in SPC. This course also provides a basic understanding of control charts for both variables and attribute sampling. Workshop problems will be used to apply the presented techniques.
 
Jul 23, 2008 - Jul 25, 2008

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2008 Ultrasonic Meter Seminar
 
Holiday Inn
Estes Park, Colorado United States
Contact: CEESI
Phone: 970-897-2711
Fax: 970-897-2710
Email: choges@ceesi.com
Home Web Page: http://www.ceesi.com/training_ums.aspx
Registration Web Page: https://www.ceesi.com/training_register.aspx

This annual event brings together a wealth of information as well as new ideas and new questions regarding flow measurement using ultrasonic meters. For anyone interested in presenting a paper, read more about the Ultrasonic Meter Seminar call for papers. The tentative schedule includes: * Industry participants only, including our panelists, discuss issues of interest to the natural gas industry * Industry only discussion with vendors looking on (but not participating) * Manufacturers ask questions of industry and prepare for next days session. * Manufacturer's technical presentations and discussion. * Manufacturers' technical presentations and discussion. * Industry and manufacturers attending; Panelists reconvene in final discussion of issues.
 
Jul 28, 2008 - Jul 29, 2008

Seminar: Understanding Measurement Uncertainty
 
To be announced
Burnsville, Minnesota United States
Contact: Gary C. Meyer
Phone: 952-935-1108
Fax: Same
Email: gmeyer@jg-technology.com
Home Web Page: http://www.jg-technology.com
Registration Web Page: http://www.jg-technology.com/seminars.html

This course provides the participant with an overview of measurement uncertainty including applied statistical principles, measurement applications, types of distributions, type A and type B errors, individual error components, development of an uncertainty budget, calculations for combined uncertainty, expanded uncertainty, and reporting uncertainty to customers. Uncertainty budgets will be analyzed in class exercises.
 
Jul 29, 2008 - Jul 30, 2008

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Hands-On Dimensional Gage Calibration
 
Mitutoyo Calibration Lab
2025 Tonne Rd.

Elk Grove Village, Illinois United States
Contact: Jody Glemza
Phone: 630-723-3620
Fax: 630-978-6471
Email: jody.glemza@mitutoyo.com
Home Web Page: http://www.mitutoyo.com/template1.aspx?id=61
Registration Web Page: http://

The “Hands-On” Gage Calibration course is a unique educational opportunity designed specifically for those who need to perform calibrations of dimensional measuring tools, gages, and instruments. The class is taught at Mitutoyo America’s own A2LA accredited calibration lab, and the instructors include the technicians, engineers, and managers of this world-class dimensional calibration lab. The class size is kept very small – a maximum of 6 students – to ensure personalized and customized instruction. In addition, the class can be broken into smaller groups to specifically address the desires and needs of the individual students.
 
Aug 11, 2008 - Aug 13, 2008

17025 Internal Auditor
 
Orlando, FL
Orlando, Florida United States
Contact: ACLASS
Phone: 703.351.9139
Fax: 703.351.9460
Email: heather.gutierrez@aclasscorp.com

 
Aug 11, 2008 - Aug 15, 2008

ISO 14001:2004 EMS Lead Auditor Training RABQSA-TPECS
 
Georgia Tech
Global Learning Center
Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, Georgia United States
Contact: Georgia Tech
Phone:
Email: katie.takacs@dlpe.gatech.edu
Home Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/env08/
Registration Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/env08/

Download Georgia Tech's Environmental Management and Sustainability catalog.

Course Description:
Approach ISO 14001:2004 registration from an auditor's point of view.

Learn to:
Evaluate environmental management systems
Plan and perform an audit
Identify nonconformities and positive findings
Record audit findings and report results
Examine environmental system documentation

To register without downloading the catalog, visit www.pe.gatech.edu.
 
Aug 12, 2008 - Aug 13, 2008

Seminar: Measurement & Calibration Overview
 
To be announced
Burnsville, Minnesota United States
Contact: Gary C. Meyer
Phone: 952-935-1108
Fax: Same
Email: gmeyer@jg-technology.com
Home Web Page: http://www.jg-technology.com
Registration Web Page: http://www.jg-technology.com/seminars.html

The first day covers the need for good measurements, principles of metrology, fundamental and derived units, measurement terminology, traceability, dimensional metrology, physical metrology measurements, temperature measuring instruments, and calibration. The second day covers electrical metrology terms, calculations, document standards, calibration systems, and measurement uncertainty. This course can be tailored to your specifications for onsite delivery.
 
Aug 12, 2008 - Aug 14, 2008

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MET-302 Hands-On Metrology Statistics (Uncertainty Analysis)
 
Fluke Corporate Headquarters

Everett, Washington United States
Contact: Marie Barrett
Phone: 425-446-6330
Fax: 425-446-5992
Email: caltraining@fluke.com
Home Web Page: http://www.fluke.com/2008caltraining
Registration Web Page: http://www.fluke.com/2008caltraining

A powerful three-day "how to" workshop that describes and demonstrates measurement uncertainty concepts and teqhnicques. This three-day course introduces the student to basic measurement uncertainty concepts in electrical, temperature, pressure and flow measurements. From the hands-on exercises and examples given in the course, attendees will learn about the uncertainty budgeting process. The MET-302 course uses simulated and real-world measurements as exercises, giving the student the ability to see the practical application of uncertainty calculations.
Files: (Clicking a file name will open the file in a new window)
637_1.pdf (Acrobat - 563 KB)
637_2.pdf (Acrobat - 678 KB)
 
Aug 18, 2008 - Aug 20, 2008

Measurement Uncertainty Workshop
 
Baymont Inn & Suites
Wixom, Michigan United States
Contact: QUAMETEC
Phone: 810-225-8588
Fax: 810-225-8589
Email: info@quametec.com
Home Web Page: http://www.quametec.com
Registration Web Page: http://

3-Day Class $1,895 includes software
The Complete Measurement Uncertainty Analysis Solution!
ISO GUM Concepts, Hands-on Workshop, and features/techniques unique in the industry to QUAMETEC, such as; “Measurement Range Uncertainty” analysis for analyzing an entire measuring range, “Uncertainty Matrixing” for addressing the measurement uncertainties of an entire laboratory and “Uncertainty Toolbox™” software, reported to be the favorite measurement uncertainty analysis software of America's accredited laboratories and assessor's alike, due to it's ease of use and full calculation and reporting in Microsoft® Excel®, allowing users to provide their analysis work in digital form to their assessor. The developer/instructor is a trainer/technical advisor for several ISO/IEC17025 accreditation bodies. This assures the attendees receive up to date and appropriate guidance in meeting the accreditation requirements for uncertainty analysis. To ensure the attendee's learning objectives are met, each attendee receives FREE review of uncertainty budgets for 30 days.
 
Aug 18, 2008 - Aug 21, 2008

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MET-101 Basic Hands-On Metrology
 
Hilton Garden Inn - Mississauga, Ontario CANADA
Mississauga, Ontario Canada
Contact: Marie Barrett
Phone: 425-446-6330
Fax: 425-446-5992
Email: caltraining@fluke.com
Home Web Page: http://www.fluke.com/2008caltraining
Registration Web Page: http://www.fluke.com/2008caltraining

A powerful four-day "how to" workshop that describes and demonstrates measurement concepts and techniques. This course introduces basic measurement concepts, basic electronics related to measurement instruments, and math used in calibration. We teach techniques used to make good measurements using calibration equipment. Upon successful completion of the is course, the attendee will be able to make competent measurements based on sound metrological principles.
Files: (Clicking a file name will open the file in a new window)
638_1.pdf (Acrobat - 158 KB)
638_2.pdf (Acrobat - 678 KB)
 
Aug 19, 2008 - Aug 20, 2008

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Estimating Measurement Uncertainty
 
Mitutoyo America Corporation
1 Park Drive, Unit 11
Westford, Massachusetts United States
Contact: Jody Glemza
Phone: 630-723-3620
Fax: 630-978-6471
Email: jody.glemza@mitutoyo.com
Home Web Page: http://www.mitutoyo.com/template1.aspx?id=61
Registration Web Page: http://

Managing Measurement Uncertainty is the discipline of optimizing the uncertainty and cost of the measurements we make in the company. Without a systematic approach and the right tools, we are bound to make our measurements too good, too poor or too expensive - and we will not even know it!
 
Aug 21, 2008 - Aug 22, 2008

ISO/IEC17025 Quality Management System & Internal Auditing
 
Baymont Inn & Suites
Wixom, Michigan United States
Contact: QUAMETEC
Phone: 810-225-8588
Fax: 810-225-8589
Email: info@quametec.com
Home Web Page: http://www.quametec.com
Registration Web Page: http://

2-Day Class $995
Learn how to develop and manage your quality system. Become qualified as an Internal Auditor for ISO/IEC17025. This 2-day course provides a full understanding of the standard, provides tools and guidance on how to perform and document your Internal Audits, and prepares the attendee to be able to create a Quality Management System compliant to the standard. Get it right the first time with professional training on your side.
 
Aug 27, 2008

Environmental Compliance Basics
 
Heart of Georgia Technical College
Dublin, GA

Dublin, Georgia United States
Contact: Georgia Tech
Phone:
Email: katie.takacs@dlpe.gatech.edu
Home Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/env08/
Registration Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/env08/

Download Georgia Tech's Environmental Management and Sustainability catalog.

Course Description:
Avoid hefty fines by making sure your facility is in compliance.

Learn to:
Get your company up-to-speed on environmental regulations to avoid costly fines
Determine the permit numerical limits and reporting requirements that affect your business
Discover which specific regulations apply to your facility

To register without downloading the catalog, visit www.pe.gatech.edu.
 
Sep 8, 2008 - Sep 12, 2008

ISO 9001:2000 Lead Auditor Training RABQSA-TPECS
 
Georgia Tech
Global Learning Center
Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, Georgia United States
Contact: Georgia Tech
Phone:
Email: katie.takacs@dlpe.gatech.edu
Home Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/quality08/
Registration Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/quality08/

Download Georgia Tech's International Standards and Quality catalog.

Course Description:
Approach ISO 9001:2000 registration from an auditor's point of view.

Learn to:
Evaluate your quality system for conformance
Identify and apply ISO 9001:2000 to a set of situations
Develop an audit plan and conduct opening and closing meetings
Clearly and objectively present audit findings
Prepare and audit report

To register without downloading the catalog, visit www.pe.gatech.edu.
 
Sep 9, 2008 - Sep 10, 2008

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Hands-On Dimensional Gage Calibration
 
Mitutoyo Calibration Lab
2025 Tonne Rd.
Elk Grove Village, Illinois United States
Contact: Jody Glemza
Phone: 630-723-3620
Fax: 630-978-6471
Email: jody.glemza@mitutoyo.com
Home Web Page: http://www.mitutoyo.com/template1.aspx?id=61
Registration Web Page: http://

The “Hands-On” Gage Calibration course is a unique educational opportunity designed specifically for those who need to perform calibrations of dimensional measuring tools, gages, and instruments. The class is taught at Mitutoyo America’s own A2LA accredited calibration lab, and the instructors include the technicians, engineers, and managers of this world-class dimensional calibration lab. The class size is kept very small – a maximum of 6 students – to ensure personalized and customized instruction. In addition, the class can be broken into smaller groups to specifically address the desires and needs of the individual students.
 
Sep 9, 2008 - Sep 12, 2008

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Fundamental Flow Measurement Training Course
 
Holiday Inn
Estes Park, Colorado United States
Contact: CEESI
Phone: 970-897-2711
Fax: 970-897-2710
Email: choges@ceesi.com
Home Web Page: http://www.ceesi.com/training_ffm.aspx
Registration Web Page: https://www.ceesi.com/training_register.aspx

This course is designed for technicians and non-engineers. We place a lot of emphasis on basic flow phenomena such as: relationship between pressure drop and flowrate, basic fluid properties: density and viscosity, and relationships between pipe diameter, velocity, and flowrate. Topics covered include: measurement principles, fluid properties & flow phenomena, traceability & uncertainty, primary and secondary calibration, meter design & selection, differential producers, turbine meters, vortex meters, magnetic meters, Coriolis mass meters, critical flow, ultrasonic meters, troubleshooting of measurement equipment, sampling system design, prover design & applications, installation effects, and ANSI/ISO flow standards. The discussion of meter hardware is kept at a basic level: How does a meter work? What are the "most likely" and "least likely" applications? Emphasis on graphs rather than equations to communicate ideas. All courses are taught by qualified professionals from the CEESI staff and special guest lecturers from the various flow measurement industries. Students find a unique opportunity to interact with individuals from a cross-section of the industry including natural gas, petroleum, automotive, aerospace, health care, process control, power and utilities, and the petrochemical fields.
 
Sep 15, 2008 - Sep 17, 2008

Measurement Decision Risk Analysis
 
NCSLI Training Center
Boulder, Colorado United States
Contact: Integrated Sciences Group
Phone: 661-872-1683
Email: training@isgmax.com
Home Web Page: http://www.isgmax.com/training.asp
Registration Web Page: http://www.isgmax.com/risk_training.asp

This 3-day course provides a conceptual background in measurement decision risk analysis methods and techniques documented in NASA Reference Publication 1342, Metrology - Calibration and Measurement Processes Guidelines. Topics include achieving accuracy ratios and other quality requirements through the analysis and management of false accept and false reject risks, establishing and using tolerance guardbands, and interpreting and reporting measurement decision risk. Concepts and principles are reinforced through hands-on use of ISG's AccuracyRatio software.

This course is intended for engineers, scientists and other technical personnel involved in research and development, product reliability and quality assurance, and calibration laboratory assessment. This course is also designed for personnel responsible for implementing risk analysis methods and procedures for NCSL Z540-1 or NCSLI Z540.3 compliance.
 
Sep 15, 2008 - Sep 18, 2008

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CLM-301 Cal Lab Management for the 21st Century
 
Fluke Service Center
Carrollton, Texas United States
Contact: Marie Barrett
Phone: 425-446-6330
Fax: 425-446-5992
Email: caltraining@fluke.com
Home Web Page: http://www.fluke.com/2008caltraining
Registration Web Page: http://www.fluke.com/2008caltraining

A dynamic four-day course covering the basic principles required for successful calibration operations management in the 21st century. This course is for those new to a supervisory role or for experienced supervisors who are looking for new ideas, techniques and tools to become a better manager and improve efficiency in their organization. This course will provide evidence of management training for your ISO-9000 registration. Come away with new tools and techniques to improve efficiency in your cal lab. Register to attend today!
Files: (Clicking a file name will open the file in a new window)
640_1.pdf (Acrobat - 157 KB)
640_2.pdf (Acrobat - 678 KB)
 
Sep 15, 2008 - Sep 18, 2008

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MET/CAL Procedure Writing
 
DH Instruments, a Fluke Company
Phoenix, Arizona United States
Contact: Marie Barrett
Phone: 425-446-6330
Fax: 425-446-5992
Email: caltraining@fluke.com
Home Web Page: http://www.fluke.com/2008caltraining
Registration Web Page: http://www.fluke.com/2008caltraining

In the MET/CAL Procedure Writing course, you will learn to configure MET/CAL software to establish and maintain traceability, create and edit calibration procedures, and customize the format of reports and calibration certificates. The majority of the class time is spent in hands-on development of MET/CAL procedures and reports.
--Four-day in-depth course
--Extensive hands-on exercises with supplied computer
--Receive a free DMM used in the exercises
--Access to the power of MET/CAL Plus
Files: (Clicking a file name will open the file in a new window)
641_1.pdf (Acrobat - 147 KB)
641_2.pdf (Acrobat - 678 KB)
 
Sep 15, 2008 - Sep 19, 2008

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Advanced Flow Measurement Training Course
 
Holiday Inn
Estes Park, Colorado United States
Contact: CEESI
Phone: 970-897-2711
Fax: 970-897-2710
Email: chodges@ceesi.com
Home Web Page: http://www.ceesi.com/training_afm.aspx
Registration Web Page: https://www.ceesi.com/training_register.aspx

This course is designed for senior technicians and engineers. Topics covered include: measurement principles, fluid properties & flow phenomena, traceability & uncertainty, primary and secondary calibration, meter design & selection, differential producers, turbine meters, vortex meters, magnetic meters, Coriolis mass meters, critical flow, ultrasonic meters, troubleshooting of measurement equipment, sampling system design, prover design & applications, installation effects, and ANSI/ISO flow standards. Several subjects are presented in a general way because they apply to a range of hardware, these include: mass flow vs. volume flow, Reynolds number, velocity profile, measurement uncertainty, and state equations. All courses are taught by qualified professionals from the CEESI staff and special guest lecturers from the various flow measurement industries. Students find a unique opportunity to interact with individuals from a cross-section of the industry including natural gas, petroleum, automotive, aerospace, health care, process control, power and utilities, and the petrochemical fields.
 
Sep 16, 2008 - Sep 19, 2008

Lean Boot Camp: Training a Lean Champion
 
Georgia Tech
Global Learning Center
Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, Georgia United States
Contact: Georgia Tech
Phone:
Email: katie.takacs@dlpe.gatech.edu
Home Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/lean08/
Registration Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/lean08/

Download Georgia Tech's Lean Enterprise Services catalog.

Course Description:
Positively impact profit, lead time, quality, and customer service by applying Lean principles.

Learn to:
Map current and future value streams within your organization
Develop a successful Lean strategy through interactive simulations
Plan and implement specific Lean techniques by using rapid process improvement (Kaizen) events
Execute these plans within your company to make an immediate impact

To register without downloading the catalog, visit www.pe.gatech.edu.
 
Sep 17, 2008 - Sep 18, 2008

Internal Auditing for 14001 Environmental Management Systems
 
Georgia Tech
Global Learning Center
Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, Georgia United States
Contact: Georgia Tech
Phone:
Email: katie.takacs@dlpe.gatech.edu
Home Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/env08/
Registration Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/env08/

Course Description:
Implement an auditing process for the ISO 14001 standard.

Learn to:
Check for conformance with ISO 14001 requirements
Plan, conduct, and follow-up an internal audit
Report audit results-nonconformities and positive findings

To register without downloading the catalog, visit www.pe.gatech.edu.
 
Sep 17, 2008 - Sep 19, 2008

Seminar: Certified QualityTechnician Preparation
 
To be announced
Burnsville, Minnesota United States
Contact: Gary C. Meyer
Phone: 952-935-1108
Fax: Same
Email: gmeyer@jg-technology.com
Home Web Page: http://www.jg-technology.com
Registration Web Page: http://www.jg-technology.com/seminars.html

This course is designed to assist the calibration technician or quality worker to pass the ASQ CQT exam. Additional study may be required to pass the exam. This course prepares individuals working in the quality field to take the ASQ (American Society for Quality) certification exam to become a Certified Quality Technician (CQT). The body of knowledge defined on the ASQ website will be covered. Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)topics will also be covered.
 
Sep 18, 2008 - Sep 19, 2008

Interval Analysis Concepts and Methods
 
NCSLI Training Center
Boulder, Colorado United States
Contact: Integrated Sciences Group
Phone: 661-872-1683
Email: training@isgmax.com
Home Web Page: http://www.isgmax.com/training.asp
Registration Web Page: http://www.isgmax.com/interval_training.asp

This two-day tutorial provides an overview of calibration interval analysis concepts and methods documented in NCSL Recommended Practice RP-1, Establishment and Adjustment of Calibration Intervals and NASA Reference Publication 1342, Metrology - Calibration and Measurement Processes Guidelines. Students will be introduced to risk analysis concepts, measurement reliability modeling methods, statistical interval analysis techniques, calibration interval objectives and potential ancillary interval analysis benefits such as equipment outlier identification. Concepts are illustrated using commercially available software and selected freeware.

This course is intended to provide quality and calibration managers, systems analysts, equipment managers and metrology engineers with a practical basis for selecting, developing, implementing and operating a calibration interval analysis system.
 
Sep 22, 2008 - Sep 24, 2008

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Principles of Automated Pressure Calibration
 
10311 Westpark Dr.
Houston, Texas United States
Contact: GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies
Phone: 713-975-1392 x 272
Fax: 713-975-6338
Email: patt.gauden@ge.com
Registration Web Page: http://www.gesensing.com/toolsupport/Automated_Pressure_Calibration.htm

The three-day Principles of Automated Pressure Calibration Training course will focus on principles of pressure measurement and will provide trainees with the knowledge necessary to evaluate, operate, calibrate and maintain basic pressure controllers and calibration systems.

Seminar includes the following topics:

Introduction to pressure.
Pressure sensor design.
Pressure calibration systems.
Methods of pressure control.
Basic maintenance of Ruska and Druck controllers.
Pressure calibration techniques and procedures.
Pressure uncertainty budgets.
Applications techniques.

Attendees will conduct hands on calibrations and experiments using specific Druck and Ruska equipment to include Ruska 7250 Series controllers, the Druck DPI 515, and Intecal software. The Ruska 2465 DWT will be used to perform an actual calibration on the 7250 Series controller.

This course is ideal for anyone interested in gaining or refining technical skills related to performing pressure calibrations or maintaining a quality assurance program. Metrologists, laboratory and quality assurance technicians, supervisors, engineers, and other static-pressure measurement professionals should attend.
 
Sep 22, 2008 - Sep 24, 2008

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Measurement Uncertainty Training Course
 
Holiday Inn
Estes Park, Colorado United States
Contact: CEESI
Phone: 970-897-2711
Fax: 970-897-2710
Email: tkegel@ceesi.com
Home Web Page: http://www.ceesi.com/training_mu.aspx
Registration Web Page: https://www.ceesi.com/training_register.aspx

The course material is divided into four parts. Part 1: The primary objective for the first day is the presentation of a step by step method for performing an uncertainty analysis. This is accomplished with extensive detail based on three independent examples. In parallel, the statistical concept of the standard deviation is introduced and developed based on computer simulation. While the step by step method is based on the new “ISO GUM” it is also applicable to the older method. Part 2: Statistical process control (SPC) has long been recognized as a valuable tool in manufacturing operations. The application of SPC techniques to instrument calibration and uncertainty is discussed in Part 2. Three examples that progressively become more complex, are used to teach this subject. Two are based on pressure transducers, the third is based on flowmeter calibration. Techniques are discussed that monitor the state of control, define components of uncertainty, and identify long and short term random effects. Part 3:The third part consists of a variety of shorter subjects. Youden analysis aids in the identification of uncertainty sources. Risk management involves the uncertainty issues associated with defining pass/fail criteria. Traceability includes uncertainty components associated with calibration. Other subjects include correlation, regression, and uncertainty intervals.Part 4: Part 4 provides example analyses of the instruments and components that make up a larger uncertainty analysis. Instrumentation includes pressure transducers, flowmeters, voltmeters and electronic counters. The discussion includes comparisons between instrumentation with different performance specifications. This part of the course also includes uncertainty associated with equations of state. This course is designed for senior technicians and engineers.
 
Sep 22, 2008 - Sep 25, 2008

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MET-301 Advanced Hands-On Metrology
 
Fluke Corporate Headquarters
Everett, Washington United States
Contact: Marie Barrett
Phone: 425-446-6330
Fax: 425-446-5992
Email: caltraining@fluke.com
Home Web Page: http://www.fluke.com/2008caltraining
Registration Web Page: http://www.fluke.com/2008caltraining

This course introduces the student to advanced measurement concepts and math used in standards laboratories. The student will learn how to make various types of measurements using different measurement methods. We will also teach techniques for making good high precision measurements using reference standards. A class project will teach the student how to collect and analyze data from a series of measurements to determine the device's value, and the uncertainty associated with it. The student will be competent to make good measurements in a standards lab after passing the final exam.
Files: (Clicking a file name will open the file in a new window)
639_1.pdf (Acrobat - 163 KB)
639_2.pdf (Acrobat - 678 KB)
 
Oct 6, 2008 - Oct 7, 2008

SPC for Calibration and Testing Laboratories
 
NCSLI Nat Training Center, Boulder CO
2995 Wilderness Place, Suite 107, Boulder, Colorado 80301-5404
Boulder, Colorado United States
Contact: WorkPlace Training, Inc
Phone: 952 471 8554
Fax: 952 471 8563
Email: phanssen@wptraining.com
Home Web Page: http://www.wptraining.com
Registration Web Page: http://

$1295. per person, group and gov discounts

Statistical Process Control (SPC) using control chart methods is normally thought of as manufacturing and process oriented statistical analysis tools. So, why utilize them in testing and calibration laboratory applications? They are used in many indirect ways in testing and calibration environment even when laboratory personnel do not think they are using them. When one checks their standards at a regular interval, performs intermediate checks and record the data, they are informally performing the first half function of control charts.

This workshop formalizes that approach, so useful information such as measurement uncertainty is derived from the data gathering exercise. Typical applications of control charts extend to:

Check Standards, Stability Studies, Characterizing Drift, Long Term Reproducibility
Determining Realistic Tolerances, Determining Measurement Uncertainties

Timely, hands-on examples and practical applications are demonstrated during the workshop to provide familiarity and experience. Knowledge of basic math is required but no other prior experience is necessary.
Topics Covered

Mean, Mode, Median, Range Types of Control Charts
Population and Sample Standard Deviation Decision rules for interpreting Control Chart data
Standard Deviation of the Mean SPC Applications in Calibration & Testing
Histogram, Bell Curve, Central Limit Theorem Process Capability and determining risks
z, t and F distributions Gage R & R and ANOVA techniques
Measurement Uncertainty from SPC Using spreadsheets for SPC

This workshop uses computer spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel© ) and other software applications to demonstrate SPC techniques. Attendees are provided a 30-day trial version of an Excel Add-in application for SPC and other useful tools. Workshop participants are encouraged to bring a scientific calculator to the workshop to perform exercises. All other materials are provided. Use of a laptop computer is allowed but not necessary.
The workshop is conducted by Dilip Shah – WorkPlace Training Inc., Chief Subject Matter Expert
Dilip Shah (ASQ Senior Member) has more than 25 years of industry experience in metrology, electronics, instrumentation, measurement and computer applications of statistics in the Quality Assurance areas. He is well versed in all measurement parameters. He has been employed in various positions with Phillips Electronics (UK), Kodak Ltd. (UK), Instruments Division of Monsanto Corporation, Flexsys America and Alpha Technologies. He is currently a Principal of E = mc3 Solutions, a consulting practice that provides training and consulting solutions in ISO9000/TS 16949, ISO17025, measurement and computer applications.
Dilip is certified by American Society for Quality (ASQ) as a Certified Quality Auditor, Certified Quality Engineer and Certified Calibration Technician. Dilip volunteers his time with the local Akron-Canton (Ohio) ASQ section where he was the past chairman (2001-2002). Dilip has been a member of the advisory board of the University of Akron Engineering and Science Technology Division since 1988. Dilip also belongs to the Statistics, Automotive, Inspection, Quality Audit and Measurement Quality Divisions (Chair 2003-2005 year) of American Society for Quality. Dilip is the co-author of The Metrology Handbook published by the ASQ Quality Press. Dilip participated in the development of ASQ’s Certified Calibration Technician exam. Dilip participates actively in the measurement related issues through NCSLI (National Conference of Standards Laboratories International) and the west coast based Measurement Science Conference (MSC) where he presents sessions, papers and workshops. Dilip also is a member of IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers). Dilip is the recipient of MQD’s 2005 Max J. Unis Award and co-recipient of 2003 MSC’s Algie Lance Award for the best Paper (Gage R.& R versus ANOVA). Dilip is also serving a 3-year term on the A2LA Board of Directors (2006-2009).
 
Oct 6, 2008 - Oct 8, 2008

Measurement Uncertainty Workshop
 
Bayont Inn & Suites
Wixom, Michigan United States
Contact: QUAMETEC
Phone: 810-225-8588
Fax: 810-225-8589
Email: info@quametec.com
Home Web Page: http://www.quametec.com
Registration Web Page: http://

3-Day Class $1,895 includes software
The Complete Measurement Uncertainty Analysis Solution!
ISO GUM Concepts, Hands-on Workshop, and features/techniques unique in the industry to QUAMETEC, such as; “Measurement Range Uncertainty” analysis for analyzing an entire measuring range, “Uncertainty Matrixing” for addressing the measurement uncertainties of an entire laboratory and “Uncertainty Toolbox™” software, reported to be the favorite measurement uncertainty analysis software of America's accredited laboratories and assessor's alike, due to it's ease of use and full calculation and reporting in Microsoft® Excel®, allowing users to provide their analysis work in digital form to their assessor. The developer/instructor is a trainer/technical advisor for several ISO/IEC17025 accreditation bodies. This assures the attendees receive up to date and appropriate guidance in meeting the accreditation requirements for uncertainty analysis. To ensure the attendee's learning objectives are met, each attendee receives FREE review of uncertainty budgets for 30 days.
 
Oct 6, 2008 - Oct 8, 2008

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Principles of Automated Pressure Calibration
 
10311 Westpark Dr.
Houston, Texas United States
Contact: GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies
Phone: 713-975-1392 x 272
Fax: 713-975-6338
Email: patt.gauden@ge.com
Registration Web Page: http://www.gesensing.com/toolsupport/Automated_Pressure_Calibration.htm

The three-day Principles of Automated Pressure Calibration Training course will focus on principles of pressure measurement and will provide trainees with the knowledge necessary to evaluate, operate, calibrate and maintain basic pressure controllers and calibration systems.

Seminar includes the following topics:

Introduction to pressure.
Pressure sensor design.
Pressure calibration systems.
Methods of pressure control.
Basic maintenance of Ruska and Druck controllers.
Pressure calibration techniques and procedures.
Pressure uncertainty budgets.
Applications techniques.

Attendees will conduct hands on calibrations and experiments using specific Druck and Ruska equipment to include Ruska 7250 Series controllers, the Druck DPI 515, and Intecal software. The Ruska 2465 DWT will be used to perform an actual calibration on the 7250 Series controller.

This course is ideal for anyone interested in gaining or refining technical skills related to performing pressure calibrations or maintaining a quality assurance program. Metrologists, laboratory and quality assurance technicians, supervisors, engineers, and other static-pressure measurement professionals should attend.
 
Oct 7, 2008

Lean Office and Administration
 
Georgia Tech
Global Learning Center
Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, Georgia United States
Contact: Georgia Tech
Phone:
Email: katie.takacs@dlpe.gatech.edu
Home Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/lean08/
Registration Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/lean08/

Download Georgia Tech's Lean Enterprise Services catalog.

Course Description:
Instantly, your office will operate more efficiently.

Learn to:
Understand a general overview of “Lean Thinking”
Introduce the various Lean concepts and their application to office and administrative processes
Apply Lean concepts through simulated office and actual office Kaizen events

To register without downloading the catalog, visit www.pe.gatech.edu.
 
Oct 7, 2008 - Oct 8, 2008

ISO 9001:2000 Internal Quality Auditing
 
Georgia Tech
Global Learning Center
Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, Georgia United States
Contact: Georgia Tech
Phone:
Email: katie.takacs@dlpe.gatech.edu
Home Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/quality08/
Registration Web Page: http://www.dlpe.gatech.edu/eii/quality08/

Download Georgia Tech's International Standards and Quality catalog.

Course Description:
Implementing an internal auditing process can benefit your company with improved process performance.

Learn to:
Apply ISO 9001 requirements to your organization
Examine audit tools and discover when and how to use them
Plan, conduct, and follow up an audit
Write an effective audit report

To register without downloading the catalog, visit www.pe.gatech.edu.
 
Oct 8, 2008 - Oct 10, 2008

Measurement Uncertainty
 
NCSLI National Training Ctr
2995 Wilderness Place, Suite 107,
Boulder CO 80301
Boulder, Colorado United States
Contact: WorkPlace Training, Inc
Phone: 952 471 8554
Fax: 952 471 8563
Email: phanssen@wptraining.com
Home Web Page: http://www.wptraining.com
Registration Web Page: http://

$1495.per person, Group rates available
ISO 17025 requires that measurement uncertainties of the various parameters in the calibration and testing process be quantified in order for the calibration/tests to be traceable and valid. This workshop covers the necessary topics required by the ISO 17025 standard for compliance. Workshop participants gain hands-on experience on quantifying measurement uncertainty which can be applied in any testing and calibration application. ELEARNING is included as a prerequisite for attendee.

The workshop is designed for technicians, engineers, metrologists, quality/laboratory managers and other personnel who want to understand the concept of applying and managing Measurement Uncertainty data. The workshop content is arranged in a basic, building-block format so that participants can understand and implement all aspects of Measurement Uncertainty. Timely, hands-on Measurement Uncertainty examples are given during the workshop to provide familiarity and experience.
Topics Covered

Standards and Practices Definitions and Basic Concepts
Basic Statistics Uncertainty Distributions
Uncertainty Calculations Combining Uncertainty Methods
Determining Expanded Uncertainty Analyzing and Reporting Uncertainty
Applying Uncertainty Data Special Topics (T.A.R. vs. T.U.R. etc.)
Analyzing and understanding Calibration Reports Decision Rules

New ISO 17025:2005 data analysis requirements explained!

This workshop uses computer spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel© ) to demonstrate Measurement Uncertainty techniques. Workshop participants are encouraged to bring a scientific calculator to the workshop to perform exercises. All other materials are provided. Use of a laptop computer is encouraged but not necessary. A spreadsheet template is provided to the attendees.

The workshop is conducted by:
Dilip A. Shah (ASQ Senior Member) has over 30 years of industry experience in metrology, electronics, instrumentation, measurement and computer applications of statistics in the Quality Assurance areas. He is well versed in all measurement parameters. He has been employed in various positions with Phillips Electronics (UK), Kodak Ltd. (UK), Instruments Division of Monsanto Corporation, Flexsys America and Alpha Technologies. He is currently a Principal of E = mc3 Solutions, a consulting practice that provides training and consulting solutions in ISO9000/TS 16949, ISO17025, measurement and computer applications.

Dilip is certified by American Society for Quality (ASQ) as a Certified Quality Auditor, Certified Quality Engineer and Certified Calibration Technician. Dilip volunteers his time with the local Akron-Canton (Ohio) ASQ section where he was the Chair (2001-2002 year). Dilip has been a member of the advisory board of the University of Akron Engineering and Science Technology Division since 1988. Dilip also belongs to the Statistics, Automotive, Inspection, Quality Audit and Measurement Quality Divisions (Chair 2007-2008, 2003-2005 years) of American Society for Quality. Dilip is the co-author of The Metrology Handbook published by the ASQ Quality Press. Dilip participated in the development of ASQ’s Certified Calibration Technician exam. Dilip participates actively in the measurement related issues through National Conference of Standards Laboratories International (NCSLI) and the west coast based Measurement Science Conference (MSC) where he presents sessions, papers and workshops. Dilip also is a member of Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). Dilip is the recipient of MQD’s Highest Award, the 2005 Max J. Unis Award and co-recipient of MSC’s 2003 Algie Lance Award for the Best Paper (Gage R. & R. versus ANOVA). Dilip is a Member of the A2LA Board of Directors (2006-2009). Dilip is a Chief Technical Officer for Workplace Training Inc. which provides many on-line measurement-related training options to the industry. Dilip is also involved in Education & Training Committee activities of NCSLI
 
Oct 20, 2008 - Oct 24, 2008

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Advanced Pressure Metrology Training
 
10311 Westpark Dr.
Houston, Texas United States
Contact: GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies
Phone: 713-975-1392 x 272
Fax: 713-975-6338
Email: patt.gauden@ge.com
Registration Web Page: http://www.gesensing.com/toolsupport/Advanced_Pressure_Metrology.htm

Primary emphasis in this course is placed on the principles and practices used in the calibration of pressure standards and measuring instruments including piston gauges, digital pressure controllers, and other elastic transducers. The course includes laboratory exercises, lecture and discussions on pressure measurement hardware and influences, demonstrations of pressure measurement techniques, and numerous hands-on projects. The group projects include both hydraulic and pneumatic pressure measurements and formal calibrations from 0.2 psi absolute to approximately 10,000 psi in the gauge mode.

Seminar includes the following topics:

High precision piston gauge crossfloat with <1 part per million (ppm) performance.
Low accuracy piston gauge crossfloat.
Hydraulic bourdon tube dial gauge calibrated directly with hydraulic piston gauge.
Gas bourdon tube dial gauge calibrated using hydraulic piston gauge and 5 ppm liquid-gas separator.
High pressure absolute transducer calibration using hydraulic piston gauge and barometer.
High precision transducer calibration using gas piston gauge.
Subatmospheric absolute transducer calibration using gas piston gauge and reference pressure monitor.

This advanced pressure metrology course is designed for metrologists, laboratory and quality assurance technicians, supervisors, engineers, and others interested in the principles of static pressure measurement.
 
Oct 24, 2008 - Oct 25, 2008

Auditing to ISO/IEC 17025
 
Exact Location To Be Announced
Burnsville, Minnesota United States
Contact: Gary C. meyer
Phone: 952-935-1108
Fax: 952-935-1108
Email: gmeyer@jg-technology.com
Home Web Page: http://www.jg-technology.com
Registration Web Page: http://www.jg-technology.com

This course is for personnel preparing for 17025 certification and auditors new to the 17025 document. Each section of the document is reviewed. Tips for meeting the requirements are discussed.
 
Oct 27, 2008 - Oct 29, 2008

Practical Measurement Uncertainty
 
Novi, MI
Novi, Michigan United States
Contact: ACLASS
Phone:

 
Oct 27, 2008 - Oct 29, 2008

Practical Measurement Uncertainty
 
Novi, MI
Novi, Mississippi United States
Contact: ACLASS
Phone: 703.351.9139
Fax: 703.351.9460
Email: heather.gutierrez@aclasscorp.com

 
Nov 4, 2008 - Nov 5, 2008

Jump-Starting your Lean Effort: An Overview and Live Simulation of Lean Manufacturing
 
Georgia Tech
Global Learning Center
Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, Georgia United States
Contact: Georgia Tech