Our GD&T Advanced course builds upon the core framework established in the GD&T Fundamentals course. Because Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standards cover every manufacturing application across every industry, the GD&T Advanced course gives students a more comprehensive understanding of GD&T standards and their application. This course fleshes out our Fundamentals framework to show students how every GD&T Symbol and Callout are used.
By the time you complete this course, you’ll be able to:
You’ll leave this course equipped to design, interpret, and understand GD&T real engineering drawings—and empowered to work more confidently, communicate more clearly, and produce parts more efficiently.
Our GD&T Advanced course is great for individuals and companies seeking advanced techniques to save costs, open up tolerances and understand GD&T best practices for design, production and inspection – with a focus on Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
Welcome to the Course
How To Navigate The Material
NEW! - Weekly Webinars and Bonus Content
GD&T Basics Reference Chart
All GD&T Advanced Handouts - For Printing
1 - Advanced Course Survey: Help us Learn a Little About You
2 - List of GD&T Symbols - Sharable Online Database
4-1 Datum Features and Datum Simulators: Understanding ASME Datum Definitions
4-2 Datum Features and Datum Simulators: Classifying Definitions and Material Modifiers
4-3 Datum Features and Datum Simulators - How Datums are Established and Review
R4 - Review Handout - Datums: Simulators & Features
Q4 - Quiz - Datum Features and Datum Simulators
5-1 Simultaneous Requirements: Example Use and Exceptions
5-2 Simultaneous Requirements: The Requirement and When NOT To Use It
R5 - Review Handout - Simultaneous Requirements
Q5 - Quiz - Simultaneous Requirements
6-1 Patterns As Datums - Intro and Defining Patterns as Datums
6-2 Patterns As Datums - Pros and Cons of Use
6-3 Patterns As Datums - Redefining an Example Part with Patterns
6-4 Patterns As Datums - RFS or MMB Measurement and Review
R6 - Review Handout - Patterns as Datums
Q6 - Quiz - Patterns as Datums
7-1 Multiple Irregular Features of Size
7-2 Single Irregular Shape and Combined Concepts
7-3 Inclined and Non Rectangular Datums
R7 - Irregular and Non-Rectangular Datums
Webinar - Using Curved Profile Surface as Datum - Video Question Line
8-1 Envelopes and Boundaries: Part Envelopes Overview
8-2 Envelopes and Boundaries: Inner and Outer Boundaries
R8 - Review Handout - Envelopes and Boundaries
Q8 - Quiz - Envelopes and Boundaries
9-1 Virtual Condition: Overview and Application Review
9-2 Virtual Condition: Formulas and Applying to Features at MMC
9-3 Virtual Condition: Applying to Features at LMC and Review
R9 - Review Handout (Formulas) - Virtual Condition
Q9 - Quiz - Virtual Condition
10-1 Resultant Condition: Opposing Condition of The VC
10-2 Resultant Condition: Checking the RC for MMC Features
10-3 Resultant Condition: Checking the RC for LMC Features and Review
R10 - Review Handout (Formulas) - Resultant Condition
Q10 - Quiz - Resultant Condition
13-1 Material Boundaries Review - Re-Introduction
13-2 Material Boundaries Review - 3 Types of Material Boundaries
13-3 Material Boundaries Review - Geometric Influence, Datum Precedence and Review
R13 - Review Handout - Material Boundaries Review
Q13 - Material Boundaries Review - Quiz
14-1 Adjustable Datum Controls - Datum Translation
14-2 Adjustable Datum Controls - Movable Datum Targets
14-3 Adjustable Datum Controls - DOF Controlled by Datums
R14 - Datum Translation, Movable Targets and Custom DRF - Review Handout
Q14 Quiz - Adjustable Datum Controls
16-1 Functional Gage Basics - Purpose of Functional Gages
16-2 Functional Gage Basics - Material Condition Modifiers
16-3 Functional Gage Basics - Gage Tolerancing According to ASME Y14.43
16-4 Functional Gage Basics - Affects of Gauging Policy
16-5 Functional Gage Basics - Gauge Design Recommendations and Review
R16 - Review Handout - Functional Gage Basics
Q16 - Quiz - Functional Gage Basics
17-1 Position In-Depth II: Review of Our Original Example
17-2 Position In-Depth II: Designing and Building Our Gauge
17-3 Position In-Depth II: Calculating Maximum Wall Thickness Between Holes
17-4 Position In-Depth II: Calculating Minimum Wall Thickness and Review
R17 Review Handout - Position In-Depth Part II
Q17 Quiz - Position In-Depth Part II
18-1 Composite I (Single Datum) - Introduction to Composite Position
18-2 Composite I (Single Datum) - Composite Position Feature Control Frame
18-3 Composite I (Single Datum) - The PLTZF and FRTZF Explained
18-4 Composite I (Single Datum) - Tolerance Zones in Detail
18-6 Composite II (Multiple Datum) - Rules and Examples w/ 2 FRTZF Datums
18-5 Composite II (Multiple Datum) - Adding Another FRTZF Datum
18-7 Composite II (Multiple Datum) - When to Use Composite Position & Review
R18a - Review Handout - Composite Position Tolerance I (Single FRTZF Datum)
R18b - Review Handout - Composite Position Tolerance II (Multiple FRTZF Datums)
Q18 - Quiz - Composite Tolerance Part
19-1 Multiple Single Segment - Introduction and Rules
19-2 Multiple Single Segment - MSS vs. Composite and Application
19-3 Multiple Single Segment - Examples and Review
R19 - Review Handout - Multiple Single Segment
Q19 - Quiz -Multiple Single Segment Position
20-1 Composite Position Recap and Composite Profile Overview
20-2 Composite Profile on Surface Feature
20-3 Composite Profile - Single Datum Feature Reference
20-4 Composite Profile - Two Datum Feature References
20-5 Composite Profile - Multiple Segment Single Features
20-6 Composite Profile - Composite Profile Tolerances - Review
R20 - Composite Profile Tolerance - Review Handout
Q20 - Composite Profile - Quiz
21-1 Limited Segment and Non-Uniform Tolerance Zone
21-2 Profile Transitions
R21 - Advanced Profile Concepts Review
Q21 - Advanced Profile Concepts - Quiz
22-1 Counterbore Methods
22-2 Spotface, Countersink and Counterdrilled
Q22 - Hole Processes (Counterbores & Countersinks) - Quiz
23-1 Blueprint Reading Symbols - Radius and Arc Length
23-2 Blueprint Reading Symbols - Surfaces, Reference Dims and Inch vs Metric
Q23 - Blueprint Reading Symbols - Quiz
24-1 Feature Symbols - Slope, Taper, Square and Keyseats
Q24 - Feature Symbols - Quiz
25-1 Machined Feature Controls - Knurling
25-2 Machined Feature Controls - Threads and Gears
Q25 - Machined Feature Controls - Quiz
26-1 Specific GD&T Symbols - Intro and Dimension Origin Symbol
26-2 Specific GD&T Symbols - Statistical Tolerancing Symbol
26-3 Specific GD&T Symbols - Tangent Plane Symbol
26-4 Specific GD&T Symbols - Continuous Feature Symbol
26-5 Specific GD&T Symbols - Individually Note
26-6 Specific GD&T Symbols - Parts in a Restrained Condition Note
26-7 Specific GD&T Symbols - Free State Symbol
Q26 - Specific Use GD&T Concepts - Quiz
27-1 Projected Tolerance: The Reason We Need Projected Tolerances
27-2 Projected Tolerance: Drawing Callout, When to Use, and Review
R27 - Review Handout - Projected Tolerances
Q27 - Quiz - Projected Tolerance
28-1 Fixed Fastener Case: Overview and Use of Projected Tolerance
28-2 Fixed Fastener Case: Formula and The 60-40 Rule
28-3 Fixed Fastener Case: Application Example and Review
R28 - Review Handout - Fixed Fasteners
Q28 - Quiz - Fixed Fastener Case
29-1 Floating Fastener Case: Overview and Formula
29-2 Floating Fastener Case: Example and Review
R29 - Review Handout - Floating Fasteners
Q29 - Quiz - Floating Fastener Case
30-1 Zero Tolerance at MMC - Introduction and How it Works
30-2 Zero Tolerance at MMC - Example & The Math Behind It
30-3 Zero Tolerance at MMC - Converting to Zero Tolerance
30-4 Zero Tolerance at MMC - When to Use & Review
R30 - Review Handout - Zero Tolerance at MMC
Q30 - Zero Tolerance at MMC Quiz
31-1 Wall Calculations RFS - Overview and Example Setup
31-2 Wall Calculations RFS - Bolt Holes to OD
31-3 Wall Calculations RFS - Bore to Boss
31-4 Wall Calculations RFS - Boss to Slot
31-5 Wall Calculations RFS - Boss to Slot using Profile
E31 Application Practice Problem: Wall Calculations RFS - Minimum Wall Example
H31 Application Practice Problem (Handout - See Video for Details) - RFS Minimum Wall Calculation
A31 Application Practice Answer: Wall Calculations RFS - Center Bore to Bottom and Top Surface
32-1 MMC & LMC Positional Tolerance Stack-up - Introduction
32-2 MMC & LMC Positional Tolerance Stack-up - Bolt Holes to OD
32-3 MMC & LMC Positional Tolerance Stack-up - Bore to Boss
32-4 MMC & LMC Positional Tolerance Stack-up - Boss to Slot
E32 Application Practice Question - MMC & Minimum Wall Calculations
H32 Application Practice Problem (Handout - See Video for Details) - MMC & Minimum Wall Calculation
A32 Application Practice Answer - MMC & Minimum Wall Calculation
Q31-32 - Quiz - MMC / LMC Wall Thickness Calculations
33-1 Tolerance Impact (Orientation & Form) - Effects from Surface Orientation & Form
33-2 Tolerance Impact (Orientation & Form) - Envelope Principal, Form & Orientation
E33 Application Practice Problem - O & F Impact without Qualified Datums
H33 Application Practice Problem (Handout) - O& F Impact without Qualified Datums
A33 Application Answer - O& F Impact without Qualified Datums
34-1 Tolerance Impact (Orientation & Form) - Qualified & Non-Qualified Datums
34-2 Tolerance Impact (Orientation & Form) - Qualified Datums Tolerance Impact
34-3 Tolerance Impact (Orientation & Form) - Accounting for Form & Orientation Errors
E34 Application Practice Problem - O & F Impact WITH Qualified Datums
H34 Application Practice Problem (Handout) - O & F Impact WITH Qualified Datums
A34 Application Answer - O & F Impact WITH Qualified Datums
Q33-34 - Quiz - Tolerance Impact of Form & Orientation
35-1 ASME Certification Overview - Exam Overview and Versions
35-2 ASME Certification Overview - Choosing the Right Exam and Exam Contents
35-3 ASME Certification Overview - Exam Benefits and Preparation Resources
R35 - ASME GD&T Certification Resources
36-1 Tips for the Exam and How to Study - Overview and Resources
36-2 Tips for the Exam and How to Study - What to Expect and Tips
36-3 Tips for the Exam and How to Study - What to Write Down Right Away
H36 - Tips for the Exam and How to Study (Handout) - What to Write Down Right Away
37-1 Announcements & Updates for the GD&T Master Guide
37-2 The ASME Y14.5 GD&T Master Guide V1
Final Exam Notes and Announcements
GD&T Advanced Course - Final Exam
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