Materials Characterization Course
Gain mastery in essential lab methods for characterising materials. Learn nanoindentation, XRD, TEM, XPS, corrosion and wear testing to assess PVD coatings and steel. Transform complex data into straightforward decisions for coating design, quality control and failure analysis.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Materials Characterisation Course equips you with hands-on skills to assess thin coatings and surfaces confidently. Master nanoindentation, microhardness, scratch and wear testing, linking structure to properties in PVD hard coatings. Become proficient in XRD, electron microscopy, surface spectroscopies and electrochemical corrosion techniques to produce dependable data, interpret findings accurately and enhance 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 tests effectively.
- Understand PVD coatings: connect microstructure, defects and properties for informed choices.
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