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Practical interpretation is a “Hands-On” course. The microstructures, heat treatment and use of each group of alloys are presented in a lecture. The lecture is followed by viewing of actual structures on a projection screen. The features of the structures are pointed out and discussed. The students then examine the over 200 mounts at their microscope stations and compare them with an illustrated and annotated notebook of the structures.  There are no required prerequisites, but the basic knowledge of sample preparation, heat treating or metallurgy will enhance the understanding of the presented material.
Students are encouraged to bring prepared metallographic specimens to the class for discussion. 

Cost: US$2300* or S$2995
*includes a US$50 discount for paying in US$

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CORROSION

Corrosion occurs in all industries from automotive and aerospace to infrastructure, construction, petroleum, power, paper making, food processing, bioengineering, and pharmaceuticals. Corrosion is costly, dangerous, wasteful, and unsightly.  It can be predicted, controlled, and even avoided.  This class presents an overview of the eight major corrosion processes and related corrosion monitoring, prediction and control mechanisms. The principles discussed are applicable to all metals.
Emphasis is on practical applications of corrosion technology to industrial corrosion problems. 

Cost: US$2300* or S$2995
*includes a US$50 discount for paying in US$

Principles of Failure Analysis for the Aerospace Industry is a custom three day course on the theory and practice of failure analysis and prevention. It is intended for engineers and technicians with all levels of industrial experience, as well as for anyone interested in how knowledge of failures can improve product quality, manufacturing productivity, and customer support.

The course is specifically targeted to the aerospace industry by the inclusion of aerospace-related case histories and materials, including failures in composite materials. Hundreds of engineers and technicians from Pratt & Whitney, GE, and numerous other companies have taken this course and provided terrific feedback that ASM International has used to improve the course and the content covered.

Cost: US$2300* or S$2995
*includes a US$50 discount for paying in US$

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Pre-Requisites

An understanding of metallic materials and/or an introductory materials science course would be beneficial to the student but not mandatory.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:
• Understand the fundamental differences between metallic and nonmetallic materials.
• Learn the structure and properties of polymers.
• Learn the common applications of polymers.
• Understand the methods of processing polymers.
• Gain knowledge on the methods used to test and characterize polymers.
• Understand the manner in which polymers fail.
• Gain insight into fracture of polymers and polymer matrix composites.
• Learn the basics of failure analysis and fractography of polymers and polymer matrix composites. 

Cost: US$1525* or S$1995
*includes a US$50 discount for paying in US$

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The aerospace industry consists of a large number of engine manufacturers, supported by a far greater number of suppliers.  Each manufacturer often has their own specifications relating to coating evaluation and disposition.  For that reason, IMR Test Labs has developed a training course to meet the training needs of the entire industry.  Students are taught how to be “problem solvers”, capable of not only preparing and rating aerospace samples but also understanding how the observed coating structure relates to critical processing variables.  Students will benefit from training specific to issues encountered in their laboratory.

The accurate evaluation of aerospace coatings is contingent upon proper metallographic preparation.  Poor metallography can lead to false conclusions about coating integrity or spray booth parameters.  Worse yet, a faulty evaluation can lead to bad parts “escaping” into service.  Therefore, all training programs at IMR Test Labs begin with the Fundamentals of Aerospace Metallography module.

The Metallography module covers a wide range of topics relating to the preparation and evaluation of aerospace coatings.  Emphasis is placed on teaching the student to understand the role that different types of equipment and metallographic consumables play in revealing a true coating structure.

The Thermal Spray and Diffusion Coatings modules cover both the processing side of these coatings as well as definitions critical to their evaluation.

The laboratory portion of these modules is designed to teach students to recognize critical features common to coatings.  In both the lecture and lab, students will be presented with sample coatings containing a number of different features which are commonly encountered during evaluation.  The instructors will work with the students to interpret and apply the relevant specifications in order to efficiently and accurately disposition coating quality.  Students are encouraged to bring any problem samples of their own to the class.

Cost: US$3895* or S$4995
*includes a US$50 discount for paying in US$

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Class Agenda

Thermal spray technology and coatings solve critical problems in demanding environments. They provide “solutions” to engineering needs involving wear, high temperature and aqueous corrosion, and thermal regulation and degradation. Thermal spray is being increasingly used to manufacture net-shapes, advanced sensors and materials for the biomedical and energy/environmental marketing sectors. These and a vast array of emerging applications take advantage of the rapid and cost-effective capabilities of thermal spray technology in the OEM and repair industries.

Thermal spray processes; including twin wire-arc, combustion, high velocity oxy-fuel (HVOF), cold spray and plasma spray, as well as associated technologies, can deposit virtually any material as a surface coating onto a wide range of other materials. Coating reliability and effectiveness necessitates that these overlay coatings be selected, engineered and applied correctly.

This course provides (i) a thorough grounding and understanding of thermal spray processes, (ii) depicts the quite complex scientific concepts in terms of simple physical models, and (iii) integrates this knowledge to practical engineering applications and commonly accepted thermal spray practices. Note that NO mathematics is used in order explain the processes or materials/mechanical engineering.

Cost: US$1525* or S$1995
*includes a US$50 discount for paying in US$

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The joining of metals by welding alters the structure and properties of the material.  In many cases the process of welding imparts imperfections and defects that can adversely affect component performance and/or lead to failure.  This course will cover basic welding metallurgy, techniques and design with an emphasis on those alloy systems (aluminum, titanium, stainless steels) employed in the aerospace industry.  Topics will include welding inspection, hands-on visual examination, metallographic preparation and evaluation of welds, and weld procedure qualification and testing. 

Cost: US$2300* or S$2995
*includes a US$50 discount for paying in US$

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Aluminum is a widely used metal that is playing an increasingly dominant role in the green economy. Aluminum's high strength to weight ratio, low cost, recycle ability, and other positive attributes are some of the reasons that aluminum is being adopted as a material of choice by weight conscious component engineers. This class uses hundreds of hands - on, real - world aluminum components and metallurgical samples to illustrate concepts in the text.  Aluminum literature is also provided as a valuable resource for people working with aluminum and aluminum alloy products.  Students are encouraged to bring questions and their real-world problems to class for discussion and resolution. This is the ideal class for someone who will be actively working with the many diverse aspects of aluminum technology.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:
• Identify aluminum alloys suited to specific applications
• Describe key processing parameters that influence structure - property relationships
• Identify composition and processing interactions that result in final material properties
• Solve routine processing and heat -treating issues
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities that do not negatively impact material and product performance

Cost: US$2300* or S$2995
*includes a US$50 discount for paying in US$

This course is designed to provide a practical understanding of fracture mechanics principles through a combination of lecture and problem solving workshops.  Design and failure analysis for monotonic and cyclic loaded components will be covered.  Take away a new understanding of topics such as fracture toughness testing, ductile fracture testing, stress corrosion cracking and fatigue failure.  Linear and non-linear fracture mechanic concepts and methods appropriate for a given loading or failure mode will be applied to make sense of this sometimes confusing discipline.

Cost: US$1525* or S$1995
*includes a US$50 discount for paying in US$

This course is designed to provide a practical understanding of fractography through a combination of lecture and hands on experience.  Theory and examples presented in the lectures are reinforced by macro and micro examination of failed parts in the lab.  Visual examination as well as stereo microscopy and scanning electron microscopy will be utilized to interpret example fractures.  Improve your skills in this vital portion of most failure examinations.

Cost: US$1525* or S$1995
*includes a US$50 discount for paying in US$