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NDMC 0011 - Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

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Course Description

This course starts by going over critical information on the basics of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Then it dives into more difficult principles through lectures, realistic examples, discussions and application problems.

You’ll learn how to interpret and apply ASME Y14.5M-2018 as well as how to recognize and apply these techniques in datum selection and tolerancing optimization. This approach preserves functional product requirements, while taking into consideration manufacturing difficulties, introducing more producible tolerances, practical datum structures and preplanning measurement methods.

The following books are required for class:

  • “Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing-Applications, Analysis & Measurement” [per ASME Y14.5-2018]
    ISBN: 978-0-578-47048-1
  • “WORKBOOK and ANSWERBOOK for GEOMETRIC DIMENSIONING and TOLERANCING”
    ISBN: 978-0-9714401-7-3

Course Outline/Topics

1. GD&T basic principles

2. Geometric characteristics and inspection

3. Datum selection, choosing the perfect geometric characteristic for parts and assemblies. Fixed fastener assembly, mating part tolerance formulas and the effects of modifiers (MMB after datum features) are also emphasized.

4. Producibility and measurement considerations

5. Holding direct vs indirect functional relationships in an assembly

6. Application of common tolerancing methods and datum structures

7. Commonalities in tolerancing approaches on dissimilar part geometries profile of a surface

8. Design, dimensioning and tolerancing of functional gages and fixtures. Quality assurance strategies and measurement planning

9. Converting from plus and minus tolerancing to positional tolerance

10. Composite position vs two single-segment positional tolerancing

11. Composite profile vs two single-segment profile tolerancing

12. Applying position tolerances to a complex assembly with multiple datum structures for floating and fixed-fastener assembly conditions

13. New concepts in Y14.5-2018 are explained and discussed, such as: dynamic profile, vector symbols, the return of true geometric counterparts and much more

Benefits and Learning Outcomes

  • Interpret and apply the latest standards: ASME Y14.5M-2018
  • Reduce drawing changes and interpretation errors while designing for maximum profitability
  • Bid contracts with confidence

Notes

This program has a special two-and-a-half-day format, with adjournment on day three at noon.

Testimonials

"The class was great. James was a very knowledgeable and patient instructor who was able to guide towards the correct answers."
-March 2023 Participant

"Great class, very thorough explanations!"
-June 2024 Participant

Instructors

  • James Meadows

Partners & Professional Credits

  • Professional Development Hours 18.0 PDHs

Applies Towards the Following Credentials

  • Dimensioning and Tolerancing Certificate : Core
  • Elastomer Technology Certificate : Elective
  • Plastics Technology Certificate : Core
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NDMC 0011 - 260504V

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May 04, 2026
Live Online
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$1,525.00
Section Title
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
Section Schedule
May 04, 2026 to May 06, 2026
Type
Live Online
Days
M, T
Time
8:00AM to 4:00PM
Dates
May 04, 2026 to May 05, 2026
Type
Live Online
Days
W
Time
8:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
May 06, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
18.0
Location
  • Online (Central Time)
Instruction Method Options
Live Online  
Course Fee(s)
Registration $1,525.00
Potential Discount(s)
  • Early Bird
CEUs
1.8 CEUs
Cancel Request Deadline
Apr 20, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 04, 2026
Instructors
  • James Meadows
Partners & Professional Credits
  • Professional Development Hours
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James Meadows

James D. Meadows has been a full-time consultant for over 20 years. He is one of the top lecturers and authors on the subject of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing in the world. He has an unparalleled knowledge of how the tolerancing, manufacturing, design and inspection disciplines can come together to make for the highest quality, lowest cost products.

He has written eight best selling books on GD&T, Measurement and Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis. He is an active member of ten ISO and ASME/ANSI approved standards committees including Y14 Main, Y14.5.1 and the Y14.5 support group on Dimensioning and Tolerancing.

He has personally trained over 30,000 students and consulted on product lines such as satellites, shuttle engines, heart/hip/knee implants, automobiles, motorcycles, armored personnel carriers, submarines and computers to the size and shapes of cereal products.

He has been a college instructor, a journeyman die maker and is the founder and chairman of the new ASME Y14.43-2003 standard on Dimensioning and Tolerancing Principles for Gages and Fixtures.

His belief is that training is most effective when the participants have fun and get a chance to practice what they are learning.

Professional Development Hours

NDMC 0011 - 260504V - Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

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James Meadows

James D. Meadows has been a full-time consultant for over 20 years. He is one of the top lecturers and authors on the subject of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing in the world. He has an unparalleled knowledge of how the tolerancing, manufacturing, design and inspection disciplines can come together to make for the highest quality, lowest cost products.

He has written eight best selling books on GD&T, Measurement and Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis. He is an active member of ten ISO and ASME/ANSI approved standards committees including Y14 Main, Y14.5.1 and the Y14.5 support group on Dimensioning and Tolerancing.

He has personally trained over 30,000 students and consulted on product lines such as satellites, shuttle engines, heart/hip/knee implants, automobiles, motorcycles, armored personnel carriers, submarines and computers to the size and shapes of cereal products.

He has been a college instructor, a journeyman die maker and is the founder and chairman of the new ASME Y14.43-2003 standard on Dimensioning and Tolerancing Principles for Gages and Fixtures.

His belief is that training is most effective when the participants have fun and get a chance to practice what they are learning.

Professional Development Hours

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