This paper deals with entire automation of Besatz analysis of grain samples. Thereby a declaration of its mandatory relevance by laboratory request is given and research in image processing by a colour line scan camera as well as development of sorting principle and construction is explained in detail. It is concluded in statement of results and further investigations.

The academisation process of the engineering degrees in ISTA (Kinshasa, DR Congo), is reported. The focus is laid to the training of skills of the students in defining the new curricula in the domain of ICT and electrical engineering, that stem from practical laboratory work sessions, where the students design and develop relatively complex circuits with low cost off the shelf equipment. Emphasis will be laid to the conceived measurement set-ups and the relation to metrology.

The quality of image sensors and the implementation of them into camera systems is a key fact for image processing applications. Therefore the standard EMVA 1288 was developed by the European Machine Vision Association. The paper presents an approach for teaching the basics in camera characterisation according the EMVA 1288. The goal should be to give the students a tool and experience to make the right decision for their application. Therefore a practical course was developed.

The new legislation of Ukraine in the field of metrology and higher education from one side provides harmonization of national legislation with European standards and principles. From other – requires certain changes and adaptation for organization of education and competency evaluation of metrologists. The analysis of degree of adaptation of the existent system of occupational education in field of metrology is conducted taking into account a new legislation.

Aim of the paper is to show that the colorimetric characterization of optically clear colored liquids can be performed with so called dielectric-interference multi-spectral micro sensors in comparison to spectral sensors. Multi-spectral micro sensors and spectral sensors are differentiated by their spectral resolution, measurement speed, accuracy and cost. Multi-spectral micro sensors are less expensive. The paper describes how dielectric-interference multi-spectral micro sensors are calibrated with application specific calibration methods and conventional liquid color standards, methodically and theoretically. The paper proofs that and how dielectric-interference multi-spectral micro sensors can be applied with smartpads for the calculation of measurement results both in laboratory and in field. A given practical example is the application for the colorimetric characterization of petroleum oils and fuels and their colorimetric characterization by the Saybolt color scale.