Materials Characterization Course
Gain mastery in essential lab methods for characterising materials. Learn nanoindentation, XRD, TEM, XPS, corrosion testing, and wear analysis to assess PVD coatings and steel substrates. Transform detailed data into straightforward decisions for designing coatings, ensuring quality, and analysing failures.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Materials Characterisation Course equips you with hands-on skills to confidently assess thin coatings and surfaces. You will master nanoindentation, microhardness, scratch, and wear testing, while linking the structure and properties of PVD hard coatings. Additionally, gain expertise in XRD, electron microscopy, surface spectroscopies, and electrochemical corrosion techniques to produce dependable data, interpret findings accurately, and optimise coated materials more effectively.
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Develop skills
- Master mechanical testing: perform nanoindentation, wear, and scratch tests efficiently.
- Excel in XRD and electron microscopy: detect phases, stress, and coating defects accurately.
- Gain surface spectroscopy expertise: XPS, AES, ToF-SIMS, and depth profiling for lab work.
- Evaluate corrosion on coated steel: use EIS, polarization, and salt spray testing.
- Understand PVD coatings: connect microstructure, defects, and properties for smart choices.
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