Materials Characterization Course
Gain mastery in essential lab methods for characterising materials. Master nanoindentation, XRD, TEM, XPS, corrosion and wear tests to assess PVD coatings and steel substrates. Transform intricate data into straightforward decisions for coating development, quality assurance and failure investigations. This course equips you with hands-on skills to analyse thin films confidently and optimise performance effectively.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This Materials Characterisation Course builds practical expertise to assess thin coatings and surfaces reliably. You will learn nanoindentation, microhardness, scratch and wear testing, linking structure to properties in PVD hard coatings. Additionally, master XRD, electron microscopy, surface spectroscopies and electrochemical corrosion techniques to produce trustworthy data, interpret findings accurately and enhance coated materials more efficiently.
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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, polarisation and salt spray testing.
- Understand PVD coatings: connect microstructure, defects and properties for informed choices.
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