Metallurgy for Non-Metallurgists

This Metallurgy for Non-Metallurgists training course will provide an integrated practical overview of metals and alloys and relating it to the mechanical and physical characteristics of metals; starting from materials testing and physical / mechanical properties, through corrosion properties and strength/deformation principals, and to ferrous and non-ferrous alloys and heat treatment.

• The training course will then include ferrous alloys (plain and alloy steels, Stainless steels and cast irons) and non-ferrous alloys (for corrosion and high temperature applications, such as nickel, cobalt and titanium-based alloys).
• The nature of hot and cold working of metals and heat treatment, including annealing, normalising, tempering and case hardening will be explained.
• The fundamentals of corrosion and corrosion prevention will also be presented in practical terms with examples to illustrate the key points.
• The behavior of metals under various loading conditions (static, dynamic, fracture) will be presented and related to design methodology and procedures; rules of thumb, standards, and best industry practices.
• Each of the major topics will be presented as individual units, and in the context of the overall usage of metal components and structures and failure mechanisms, and mechanical integrity.