Course aimsThe course aims to provide a sound understanding of the scientific principles of metallurgy and how to apply them to specify and process metals in an industrial context. Some prior understanding of metallurgical principles is assumed.

Who should attendProfessionals who work in the production, processing, specification, design, fabrication or selling of metals. The course is suited to, for example, production, technical, quality control, product design and marketing and sales professionals.

Metallurgy for Non-Metallurgists

Find out more: For further information please contact Jack Greenwood T: 0114 222 4446 E: j.greenwood@amrc.co.uk W: amrctraining.co.uk

A two day technical overview of the scientific principles underlying metals technology and how they are applied in practice.

AMRC Training Centre, Advanced Manufacturing Park, Off Highfield Spring, Catcliffe, Rotherham, S60 5BL

Metallurgy for Non-Metallurgists

Introduction To Metals

• Crystal Structures

• Plastics, Ceramics, Composites

• Phase Diagrams

Steel Metallurgy

• Steelmaking

• Effects Of Alloying

• Strengthening Mechanisms

• Stainless Steels

Heat Treatment

• Microstructure Control

• Phase Transformations

• Heat Treatment Processes

Non-Ferrous Metallurgy

• Titanium Alloys

• Nickel Alloys

• Aluminium Alloys

• Copper Alloys

Metal Processes

• Casting

• Forging

• Welding

Mechanical Testing

• Hardness Testing

• Tensile Testing

• Impact (Toughness) Testing

• Fatigue Testing

Group Exercise – Part Manufacture

• Material Selection

• Manufacturing Process Techniques

LEARNING OUTCOMES• Understanding of the metallurgical principles of phase diagrams, crystallography and manipulation of microstructures to achieve desirable properties.

• Selection and tailoring of alloys to suit a range of end applications.

• Familiarity with all aspects of the production, processing and finishing of metal products

• Understanding of test methods, specifications and product standards.

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