Life Cycle Assessment
One-day course providing an insight into the principles of Life Cycle Assessment and how to interpret a report
Our Materials courses cover a wide range of topics and are suitable for those just starting out in the industry or simply wanting to expand their knowledge, to those wishing to undertake higher level learning.
Our courses are available in the classroom, in your workplace, virtually or online and our tutors, who are experts from all materials sectors, will support you throughout your learning journey. The majority of our courses last one day and are recognised for Continuing Professional Development, however, a small number are longer and lead to regulated qualifications.
If you would like to discuss how we can support you and your colleagues in developing your knowledge please get in touch
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General courses
These courses are suitable for those working in any area of materials.
Design for Sustainability & Circular Economy
One-day course introducing the main principles for designing for sustainability and circularity
Lean Six Sigma
A management approach to business performance improvement that blends the individual specialisms of Lean and Six Sigma
Metallurgy Courses
Our suite of courses highlights key aspects of the application of metals and they are suitable for those in the earlier stages of their career. They are delivered in an accessible and engaging way and are very much focussed on practical side of things. Learners will receive a certificate of attendance for each full course, but if you attend three you will earn an IOM3 Certificate in Metallurgy in Practice.
Engineering Metallurgy
A one-day course exploring the basic concepts of metallurgy
Introduction to Materials Selection
An introduction to the principles of materials selection for engineering applications
Introduction to Mechanical Testing
An introduction of the principles of testing and its importance
Fracture and Fatigue Failure Analysis
Training for those wishing to gain a deeper understanding of the factors affecting failure modes and an introduction to failure analysis
Introduction to Corrosion & Its Prevention
Focussing on the fundamentals of corrosion and how it can be prevented
Introduction to Oilfield Metallurgy
Specialist metallurgical training for those working in the oil and gas sectors
Metals processing courses
These courses are suitable for those with some experience and are focussed on particular aspects of metals processing.
Designing & Building with Additive Manufacturing
A one-day practical guide for engineers
Hydrogen in Steelmaking - Challenges & Alternatives
One day course highlighting decarbonisation options for steelmakers
Production of Defect Free Metals
Exploring the challenge of eliminating defects in metal manufacture for aerospace, power generation and hydrogen containment
Practical Roll Pass Design
Short course on the classification and design of steel hot-rolled sections
Asset Management, Maintenance & Reliability Suite
Asset management and maintenance (AMM) is fundamental to the optimal running of any engineering business. Understanding and implementing a regular maintenance programme saves money and enables business risks to be managed. Our courses can be taken as individual stand-alone courses, but learners attending all four are entitled to a discounted rate and will receive an IOM3 Certificate in Asset Management.
Fundamentals of Asset Management
Discover what asset management involves and the business benefits of an effective strategy across all phases of the asset life cycle
Maintenance Strategy Development
Develop the fundamental skills to develop an efficient and effective maintenance plan
Reliability & Risk Based Maintenance
Develop the tools needed to build reliability into your maintenance programme
Failure Investigation & Analysis
Develop the tools and methodologies to define the problem, identify the cause and implement a solution
Engineering Structural Integrity Suite
Engineering structural integrity brings together the fields of materials science, structural engineering and many other disciplines to analyse whether a structure is fit for purpose. We are delighted to be collaborating with FESI (Forum in Engineering Structural Integrity) on a number of initiatives which highlight some of the latest developments and demonstrate the importance of structural integrity.
Critical Structural Integrity Challenges for Wind Energy in the UK
Exploring the materials and structural integrity challenges facing this growing industry
Recent Developments in Additive Manufacturing
An overview of how 4D printing can be used to create complex geometries in high temperature alloys and ceramics on a nanoscale.
Early Stages of Crack Development in Environmentally Assisted Cracking
Exploring the role of the dealloyed layer and corrosion pits as precursors to EAC.
On the Fracture Toughness of Biological and Engineering Structural Materials
Investigating the interplay between strength and deformability in materials
Materials and Structural Integrity Challenges for Offshore Wind Energy Systems
Improving materials to provide longer service, fewer inspections and reduced operational costs.
Wood Technology Courses & Qualifications
Our wood technology training is designed to advance and encourage the scientific, technical, practical and general knowledge of timber and wood-based materials.
PIABC Level 2 Award in Timber and Panel Products and their Uses
A distance learning course for those new to the wood industry or wishing to broaden their knowledge.
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Wood Technology and Application
A distance learning course for those that wish to develop their career in the wood industry further
Specialist Wood Courses
Short courses on specific aspects of wood technology
Heavy Clay Courses & Qualifications
Our Clay Training covers a wide range of topics and our courses are suitable for those just starting out in the industry or simply wanting to expand their knowledge, to those wishing to develop their learning further and Clay Quarry Managers needing to undertake regular training to maintain their CPD record.
PIABC Level 2 Award in Clay Technology
A perfect introduction to the Heavy Clay Industry for those with little or no practical experience
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Clay Technology
A course for those wishing to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the heavy clay industry
Courses for Clay Quarry Managers
Intermediate CQM Course
Two-day, level 3 course for clay quarry managers and assistant managers
Advanced CQM Course
A two-day geotechnical knowledge & practice course for Clay Quarry Managers.
CQM Effective Management of Contractors
One-day course to support Quarry Managers in the safe management of contractors.
CQM Risk Assessment
One-day course to support quarry managers in carrying out simple risk assessments in the workplace.
CQM Quarry Safety Inspections
One-day course to support Quarry Managers in the requirements, planning and performance of safety inspections
