X-Ray Diffraction Course
This course equips you with vital X-ray diffraction skills for alloy analysis. From preparing samples and setting up instruments to indexing peaks, identifying phases, and analysing stress, microstructure, and mechanical properties, you'll confidently transform diffraction data into solid engineering insights. Ideal for reliable, practical applications in materials science.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain mastery in X-ray diffraction essentials, covering sample preparation, instrument setup, peak indexing, lattice refinement, and phase identification with key databases. Avoid pitfalls, fine-tune scans, and relate patterns to microstructure, stress, and material properties for top-quality results ready for publication.
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Develop skills
- Design effective XRD experiments by selecting scan modes, optics, and parameters swiftly.
- Prepare superior powder samples, managing texture, thickness, and surface strain precisely.
- Index peaks and refine crystal lattices using DICVOL, least-squares, and basic Rietveld methods.
- Rapidly identify alloy phases via PDF-4, COD databases, and efficient pattern matching.
- Connect XRD results to mechanical properties by deriving stress, crystallite size, and microstrain.
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