RedVector RVI-11554

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T): Introduction

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T): Introduction

0.25 hr. Online Course

Level: Intermediate

Item#: RVI-11554

SME: Karl Heinze

GD&T is a symbolic language that is used to accurately describe mechanical parts and to define the allowable deviations in size, form, and location for each feature, in a manner that allows the greatest flexibility for the manufacturer, while ensuring that the part will function as intended. This interactive, online course provides an introduction to GD&T fundamentals and basic notations.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
  • Explain what GD&T is
  • Describe the purpose of GD&T
  • Identify and describe the purpose of notations used for GD&T 
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Karl Heinze
Karl Heinze is a mechanical engineer with three decades of experience in product development and manufacturing. He has expertise in several industries including Automotive, Medical, Consumer Products and Food Equipment. He has taught classes in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis and 8D problem solving techniques. Currently, Karl manages his own consulting firm and specializes in design for manufacturability, lean product development, and systems engineering. Karl has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Illinois Institute of Technology.He is the holder of 15 patents in numerous fields and is a six-sigma green belt.