Measurement Science/Metrology Technology, A.A.S.

Measure Precisely. Advance Technically.

If precision, measurement, and scientific rigor excite you, the Metrology Technology A.A.S. degree puts you on the cutting edge of measurement science. This STEM program trains you in lab based instrumentation, electronic and optical measurement, calibration, and uncertainty analysis—skills sought by industries where accuracy matters most. 

What You'll Learn

  • Make accurate physical and dimensional measurements using modern instruments 
  • Conduct optical and electrical metrology processes 
  • Analyze experimental data and present findings in both written and verbal formats 
  • Calculate Test Uncertainty Ratios (TURs) to ensure traceability and quality assurance 
  • Apply critical thinking and problem-solving to real measurement challenges 

Program Requirements

This associate degree requires 62 credits, usually completed over four semesters of fulltime study. The curriculum includes courses in metrology, electronics, optics, chemistry, physics, statistics, and technical tools. 

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Where This Degree Can Take You

In this program, you’ll gain both the technical depth and practical precision to work in environments where measurement accuracy is essential. Graduates are prepared for roles in laboratories, manufacturing, quality assurance, and calibration services. 

Graduates may work in positions such as: 

  • Calibration Laboratory Technician 
  • Metrology Technician 
  • Quality Assurance Inspector 
  • Optical or Electrical Instrument Specialist 
  • Dimensional Metrologist 

You might find employment with: 

  • Research and calibration laboratories 
  • Precision manufacturing industries 
  • Biomedical and optical instrument companies 
  • Government regulatory or standards agencies 
  • Aerospace, automotive, or defense contractors 

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