X-Ray Diffraction Course
This course equips you with core X-ray diffraction skills for alloy analysis, from sample preparation and setup to peak indexing, phase identification, and interpreting stress, microstructure, and mechanical properties to support solid engineering choices.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain expertise in X-ray diffraction essentials, covering sample preparation, instrument setup, peak indexing, lattice refinement, and phase identification with key databases. Master avoiding artifacts, optimising scans, and relating patterns to microstructure, stress, and mechanical properties for accurate, publishable outcomes.
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Develop skills
- Design effective XRD experiments by selecting scan modes, optics, and parameters efficiently.
- Prepare superior powder samples managing texture, thickness, and surface strain.
- Index peaks and refine lattices using DICVOL, least-squares, and basic Rietveld methods.
- Rapidly identify alloy phases via PDF-4, COD, and pattern-matching techniques.
- Connect XRD data to mechanics by deriving stress, size, and microstrain for property insights.
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