Calibration of weights and balances

PLEASE NOTE: Training delivery is subject to participant numbers.

A confirmation email will be sent to each participant 2 weeks prior to the course date. If you are attending the face-to-face course we suggest you book your travel and accommodation arrangements after receiving this course confirmation email. Training materials will be provided as hard-copies on the day of the course. 

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This course covers the theory and practice of the calibration of weights and balances. It incorporates hands-on practical exercises to demonstrate adjustment features and the effects of static, magnetism, vibration and draughts on balance performance. Please find the link to the brochure here.

NOTE: Participants with limited experience in estimating measurement uncertainty would benefit from first attending the Introduction to Estimating Measurement Uncertainty course.

Face to face training is a one-day course (9am to 5pm). 

Knowledge and skills

The course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to:

• understand the principles of calibration of weights and balances
• identify various sources of error that affect the calibration of weights and balances

Topics

The topics covered include:

• general principles of mass measurement
• air buoyancy and conventional mass
• effects of the laboratory environment
• care and handling of weights
• calibration of electronic balances
• balance adjustment features
• user checks on balances
• reporting calibration data
• estimating measurement uncertainty

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Further information

For more information contact +61 2 8467 3796 or training@measurement.gov.au.

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