Introduction to GD&T - Level 1
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing for Manufacturing Professionals

About This Workshop
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) is the symbolic language used on engineering drawings to define allowable variation in part geometry. When engineers, machinists, and inspectors all read prints the same way, quality improves and parts fit the first time.

What You'll Learn
This introductory workshop builds a strong foundation in GD&T. You will learn how to:

• Explain the history, purpose, and benefits of GD&T
• Define datums and how they establish part reference frames
• Interpret feature control frames - tolerance symbols, material condition modifiers, and datum references
• Apply true position tolerancing through hands-on exercises 

Who Should Attend
Amone in your organization who creates, reads, or works from engineering drawings, including:

• Design engineers and drafters
• Manufacturing and process engineers
• Quality engineers and inspectors
• Machinists and CNC programmers
• Purchasing and supplier quality personnel
• Production supervisors

Why It Matters

• Save money by catching design issues before the shop floor
• Communicate requirements in a clear, standard language
• Eliminate costly tolerance stack-up issues
• Improve inspection reliability and repeatability
• Broaden your supplier base - no more tribal knowledge