Systems, control procedures and industrial practices Flashcards
1
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Define ‘Quality Assurance’ (QA)
A
The process through which the designer actually states what he or she wants the product to have when it is finally made.
2
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Define ‘Quality Control’ (QC)
A
The measures that are put into place to ensure that the quality standards are met at critical points of the making process.
3
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What does quality assurance aim to produce?
A
Products that are safe, value for money, efficiently produced, and economical for the intended user.
4
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What is tolerance?
A
The range of acceptable accuracy.
5
Q
What happens when a sample falls outside the tolerance? Why?
A
Production is stopped and adjustments to the tooling are made. This cuts down on waste and saves money on materials.
