Materials Characterization Course
Acquire essential laboratory methods for characterising materials. Master nanoindentation, XRD, TEM, XPS, corrosion, and wear testing to analyse PVD coatings and steel substrates. Transform intricate data into straightforward insights for coating development, quality assurance, and failure investigations, enabling faster and smarter material choices.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills to assess thin coatings and surfaces effectively. Gain expertise in nanoindentation, microhardness, scratch and wear testing, linking structure to properties in PVD hard coatings. Master XRD, electron microscopy, surface spectroscopies, and electrochemical corrosion techniques to produce accurate data, interpret findings properly, and enhance coated materials 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, stresses, and coating flaws precisely.
- Handle surface spectroscopy: apply XPS, AES, ToF-SIMS, and depth profiling in lab settings.
- Evaluate corrosion on coated steel: conduct EIS, polarisation, and salt spray assessments.
- Understand PVD coatings: correlate microstructure, defects, and performance for informed choices.
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