The next virtual course will take place on 3 December.
Book before 9 October to receive a 10% early bird discount on course fees. This is in addition to the 20% discount for IOM3 members.
We are delighted to be working with Dr Clayton Thomas to offer this one-day short course introducing Metal Processing.
Fabrication and processing methods play a key role in shaping the properties and performance of engineering materials. This course provides delegates with a clear understanding of how common techniques, such as forging, casting, welding and machining, affect microstructure and material behaviour. The influence of these processes on both mechanical properties and overall material performance will be examined, enabling more informed decisions in design, manufacturing and quality assurance.
Who should attend the course?
Aimed at early career professionals and engineers, to help them gain an understanding of the common methods of metal processing and fabrication and the effect they have on material properties.
How much does the course cost?
- IOM3 members receive a 20% discount on this course, with a preferential fee of £472.
- A limited number of highly discounted places are available for undergraduate, postgraduate, apprentice and Associate (AIMMM) members of IOM3 at rate of £118.
- Subscribers to our Business Partner Programme are entitled to a 10% discount, making the course fee £531.
- The non-member rate for this one-day course is £590. Find out about joining IOM3 here.
- Secure your place more than 8 weeks before the course date to receive an additional early bird discount of 10%
Course fees are subject to VAT at 20% where applicable.
How is the course structured?
Forging and hot working:
- Mechanical working and wrought materials
- Effect on microstructure and properties
- Recrystallisation
- Hot rolling
- Closed and open die forging
- Typical issues with forging
Casting:
- Castings and properties
- Microstructure
- Nucleation and grain size
- Methods of casting: sand, investment, die casting
- Mould design
- Casting parameters
- Materials and casting
- Typical issues with castings
Welding:
- Summary of common methods of welding
- Structure of a weld
- Properties and welding
- Pre and post-weld heat treatments
- Material composition and welding
- Welding qualification
- Typical issues with welds
Machining:
- Basis of machining
- Machinability of alloy
- Machining materials
- Tool design and materials
- Effect of composition and heat treatment on machining
Do you think your team will benefit from this training? We are able to tailor this course to the needs of your business and deliver the course at a time that suits you. The course can be run in-person at your site, at an IOM3 venue, or virtually using Zoom or Teams. Alternatively, we offer a bulk booking discount if you would like to put three or more team members on an open course.
