Metallurgy Training for Non-Metallurgists

Description

INTRODUCTION

Metals and alloys are the most widely used class of materials, fulfilling the greatest variety of applications of all the engineering materials. For those not formally trained in the discipline of metallurgy or possess only peripheral knowledge of the subject, the lack of understanding of the basics of metals and their physical and mechanical properties can lead to a number of potential problems with manufactured components.

This is why it is crucial to have knowledge that includes an understanding of a metal’s submicroscopic structure, microstructure, physical and mechanical properties as well as the relationship between the various metal and alloy processing procedures and their effect upon the resulting material properties. Metallurgical knowledge is necessary for the design, quality assurance and the reliability assessment of manufactured components. In addition, this understanding is vital for the analysis of components that have failed in service or do not meet the requirements of the relevant material or process specification.

Once completing this course, the participants will have been provided sufficient knowledge of the subject of metals, alloys and the associated processing to have the basic metallurgical understanding in order to participate in material selection, processing and failure analysis discussions where critical decisions are being made.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

On completion of this workshop, the participant will be able to:

• Obtain a basic knowledge of metal and alloy concepts.
• Gain the metallurgical knowledge necessary for a non-metallurgist to understand the basic concepts of metallurgy without the difficulties associated with an intensive metallurgical course required for those in the profession.
• Understand how the sub-microstructure, microstructure and metallurgical processing can influence the mechanical and physical properties of metal and alloys.
• Comprehend the processing techniques for metal strengthening and joining.
• Explain the strengthening mechanisms in metals and metal alloys.
• Learn the mechanical testing techniques for evaluating metals for elasticity and strength.
• Recognize the techniques for producing metals and alloys.
• Acquire knowledge about various metal fabrication procedures.
• Understand the role of quality inspection for metal and metal alloy components.
• Learn about the classification and properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals and alloys.
• Recognize the mechanisms for various types of corrosion and how to prevent the corrosion from happening.
• Assess practical information on how metals can be shaped by casting, forging, forming, machining, or welding, and how these processes can alter metal’s properties.
• Become aware of various failure types and mechanisms.
• Be exposed to new material technologies such as additive manufacturing, composites and nano-materials.

ALL of our courses are developed based on decades of front-line industry experience of the instructor. 

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE

Our Metallurgy Fundamentals Series courses are designed to help refresh your knowledge of Metallurgy. It is designed for a wide variety of audiences like :

• Design & development engineers
• Manufacturing engineers
• Project engineers
• Quality engineers
• Sourcing engineers
• Test engineers
• Technicians
• Engineering managers
• Purchasing managers
• Quality managers
• Supply chain managers
• Quality inspectors
• Metal processing operators

COURSE CONTENT 

This is a 2-DAY CLASSROOM TRAINING with an instructor that has decades of front-line industry experience. Alternately, a Virtual Workshop with a Live Trainer is also available. The virtual workshop is conducted in 4 sessions (4 hours each) over a live web based interactive class.

TOPICS COVERED:

• Structure of Metals & Alloys
  • Atomic Structure and Bonds between Atoms
  • Bonds Between Atoms
  • Crystal Structure
  • Material Defects
  • Microstructure
  • Metal Grains and Grain Boundaries
  • Diffusion
  • Metal Alloys
  • Solid Solutions
  • Solidification Structures
  • Equilibrium Phase Diagrams
  • T-T-T Diagrams (Ferrous Materials)
• Mechanical Properties
  • Stress and Strain
  • Elasticity
  • Plasticity
  • Material Strength
  • Strengthening Mechanisms
• Producing Metals
  • Extraction
  • Refinement
• Alloy Production
  • Effects of Alloying
  • Solidification Structures
  • Molten Metal Processing
  • Casting
• Metal Fabrication
  • Cold & Hot Working
  • Equipment
  • Details of Working
  • Forging
  • Metal Drawing
  • Extrusion
  • Forming
  • Powder Metallurgy
  • Material Machining (Subtractive/Removal) Processes
  • Joining/Bonding
• Quality Assurance In Metallurgy
  • Quality Testing and Inspection
• Material Testing and Analysis
  • Metallography
  • Strength
  • Hardness
  • Fracture Toughness
  • Fatigue Endurance
  • Impact
  • Wear
  • Creep
  • Non-Destructive
  • Steel
• Classification/Compositions
  • Steel Making
  • Carbon Steel
  • Alloy Steel
  • Stainless Steel
  • Strength & Toughness
• Heat Treatment of Steel
  • The Iron-Carbon Phase Diagram
  • Heat Treatment
  • Quenching
  • T-T-T Diagrams
• Cast Iron
  • Composition/Alloying elements
  • Properties
  • Types
  • Cast vs. Wrought Iron
• Non-Ferrous Metals
  • Deformation processes
  • Alloying
  • Aluminum, Beryllium, Magnesium, Titanium
  • Alloying Elements – Cobalt, Copper, Nickel, Titanium, Aluminum
  • Super Alloys
  • Refractory Metals – Molybdenum, Tantalum, Tungsten
  • Low Melting Point Metals – Lead, Tin, Zinc
  • Precious Metals – Gold, Silver, Platinum
  • Intermetallic Materials
• Heat Treatment of Non-Ferrous Alloys
  • Phase Diagrams
  • Hardening Mechanisms
  • Grain Growth
  • Recrystallization
• Surface Modification
  • Coatings
  • Case hardening
• Corrosion
  • Mechanisms
  • Types
  • Prevention
• The Materials Selection Process
  • Material Selection in Design
  • Performance considerations
  • Mechanical and Physical properties
  • Standards & Specifications
• Failure Analysis
  • Failure types and mechanisms
  • Root-cause Analysis
• Advanced Materials
  • Nano-materials
  • Additive Processing
  • Composites

INSTRUCTOR 

Dr. Al Pucino received his Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering at Stony Brook University and subsequently managed materials and processes engineering departments in his career in the aerospace industry. His responsibilities included material design, processing and analysis. In addition, while in industry, he served as project leader on several multi-million-dollar research and development programs. 

LOGISTICS 

This training is offered both as a classroom and a virtual training. Locations and Dates are available in the signup options.