Engineering standards are established documents that define consistent technical criteria, methods, processes, or practices to ensure that engineering work is safe, reliable, and of high quality. They are created and maintained by recognized professional organizations and are widely used across engineering disciplines.
| Type | Purpose | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Design Standards | Define layouts, dimensions, and tolerances | ASME Y14.5 (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) |
| Material Standards | Specify properties and use of materials | ASTM A36 (Structural Steel) |
| Testing Standards | Describe test methods for quality and performance | ISO 527 (Plastic Tensile Testing) |
| Safety Standards | Outline safety protocols and design requirements | IEEE 1584 (Arc Flash Hazard Calculations) |
| Process Standards | Provide instructions for production or operations | AWS D1.1 (Welding Procedures) |
Most standards are not freely available online; however, SCU's subscription to IEEE Xplore gives you access to full-text and immersive standards and you can search the Library Catalog for print items of specific standards.
Additionally, you can request Standards through the Interlibrary Loan system.
NOTE: When searching databases or catalogs, include the name of the standard organization and standard number (e.g., ASME 3B1.3 or ASTM D6866).