This two-day professional development course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of metallographic sample preparation, a critical step in materials characterization and quality control. The course combines classroom-based theoretical instruction with practical laboratory exercises, enabling participants to apply best practices in preparing metallic samples for microscopic examination.
Participants will explore the full workflow of metallographic preparation, from sectioning and mounting through grinding, polishing, and etching, culminating in the evaluation of microstructures using optical and scanning electron microscopy. Emphasis is placed on maintaining sample integrity, avoiding preparation-induced defects, and adhering to laboratory safety standards.
The course is designed to enhance practical skills, reinforce metallurgical theory, and support accurate interpretation of microstructural features in engineering materials.
Target Audience:
- Metallurgists and materials engineers
- Foundry and production technicians
- Quality control and inspection personnel
- Engineering graduates and apprentices seeking practical metallography skills
Teaching Methods:
- Interactive lectures with visual aids and demonstrations
- Hands-on laboratory sessions covering cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching
- Microscopy exercises for microstructural evaluation
- Group discussions and problem-solving of real-world sample preparation challenges
