Measurement System Analysis (MSA) Using Microsoft Excel

Accurate measurements are the foundation of effective decision-making in manufacturing, quality, and engineering. But how do you know your measurements can be trusted?

This hands-on course takes you from the foundations of Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) through intermediate statistical techniques, using Microsoft Excel as your analytical tool. You’ll learn how to evaluate bias, repeatability, reproducibility, stability, linearity, and attribute agreement using real examples and downloadable Excel templates.

No previous statistics training? No problem. Each concept is broken down in plain language, and all Excel tools—including the Analysis ToolPak—are clearly explained as you go.

You’ll also receive a downloadable glossary of MSA terminology, practice exercises, and ready-to-use Excel templates to help you apply what you’ve learned immediately.

Whether you're improving a measurement process, validating a new gage, or preparing for an audit, this course will give you the tools and practical skills you need to ensure your measurement system is reliable, consistent, and audit-ready.

What you'll learn

• Understand the core principles of Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) and why it's critical to quality and reliability

• Evaluate measurement bias, stability, linearity, repeatability, and reproducibility using real-world data

• Perform Gage R&R studies using the Range, Average & Range, and ANOVA methods in Microsoft Excel

• Use Excel’s Analysis ToolPak and built-in functions to run statistical tests and interpret results confidently

• Analyze attribute measurement systems using Cohen's Kappa, Fleiss' Kappa, and the Cross Tab method

• Interpret key MSA outputs such as %GRR, number of distinct categories (NDC) and control limits

• Identify sources of measurement system variation and take action to improve data quality

• Apply statistical decision-making tools in a manufacturing, quality, or engineering context

Course Includes:

• 4 hours of on-demand video

• All Excel templates used in the course

• Printable glossary of MSA terms

• Practice exercises and worked examples

• Certificate of Completion from Udemy

• LIFETIME ACCESS to the course contents

• Q&A access to industry experts

Who this course is for

This course is designed for professionals responsible for the accuracy and consistency of measurement data, including:

• Quality Engineers and Quality Technicians

• Manufacturing and Process Engineers

• Supplier Quality and Reliability Engineers

• Metrology and Calibration Technicians

• Lean Six Sigma Belts and Continuous Improvement Professionals

• Production Supervisors, Managers, and Analysts who rely on measurement data to make decisions

Whether you're running your first Gage R&R or seeking a more practical approach to MSA, this course gives you the tools and confidence to do it right. Enroll today!