Advanced Metallographic Techniques, August 17-20, 2026
Event Date:
August 17, 2026
Event Time:
8:30 am
Event Location:
ASM International
Advanced Metallographic Techniques is designed to build upon the skills of an experienced metallographer. The course focuses on teaching and reinforcing practices that will reveal the true microstructural characteristics of a wide range of materials and will delve into the theory and understanding of the proper selection of abrasives, lubricants, equipment, polishing cloths/pads, as well as analysis and quantification techniques. Like the introductory course, Metallographic Techniques, Advanced Metallographic Techniques incorporates a combination of lectures with course material, demonstrations utilizing state-of-the-art equipment, and hands-on laboratory work. The structure of the course promotes sharing of ideas and expanding participants’ metallographic skills through exposure to new preparation and analysis methods and collaboration with others from various industries. Participants are encouraged, but not required, to bring their own samples, which can be used for real-time problem solving and preparation for particularly difficult-to-prepare materials.
ASM Handbook, Volume 9: Metallography and Microstructures is provided to each student.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
- Anyone who is a materials professional
- Metallographers
- Lab technicians
REQUIRED PRE-REQUISITES
Prior metallographic experience
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the theory behind metallographic preparation methods and quantification techniques
- Apply the theory to properly section, mount and metallographically prepare a wide range of material types
- Select proper etching solutions that will reveal various characteristics of microstructures in the prepared materials
- Evaluate and document characteristics of the prepared materials using image capture and measuring systems
COURSE OUTLINE:
- Overview of Modern Specimen Preparation Procedures
- Operation of Laboratory Equipment – cutoff machines, mounting presses, electropolisher, automated grinding/polishing machines
- Etching and Etchants – chemical, electrolytic, anodizing and color etching, selective etching
- Instruction and Practice in Operation of Optical Equipment – metallurgical microscopes, metallographs, cameras for micrographs, polarized light, DIC
- Quantitative Measurements – calibration, case depth, plating thickness, grain size, inclusion rating, volume fraction, stereological concepts
- Microhardness Measurements – Vickers, Knoop, theory and practice, ASTM E384
Continuing Education Units: 3.0
Pricing:
List Price: $ 3,275.00
Member Pricing: $ 3,075.00
(Please make sure you use your membership email address when providing attendee information to receive your member discount.)
Register Now:
Event FAQs
STANDARD CLASS HOURS: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (Eastern Time) unless otherwise scheduled.
LUNCH AND BREAKS: Lunch and a selection of coffee, tea and snacks are provided. Vending machines are available for purchase of soft drinks and snacks. NOTE: Please notify us at least two weeks prior to start of class of any food allergies or restrictions by email to [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
LODGING: ASM Headquarters offer the following hotel as part of our preferred lodging. Please request the ASM International negotiated rate when making reservations.
Homewood Suites by Hilton
25725 Central Parkway
Beachwood, OH 44122
13.2 miles from ASM Headquarters
216.464.9600
Book your corporate rate for ASM International: Corporate Code: 003015493
ASM Student Executive Studio Suite Rate: $124/night
Booking Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=CLEBDHW&corporateCode=3015493
Amenities:
· A Spacious Suite offering free high-speed internet access and a fully equipped kitchen
· Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet Daily
· Complimentary Wednesday evening social and drinks* served Monday through Thursday
· Complimentary On-Site Fitness Facility
· Complimentary Business Center
· Indoor Swimming Pool and Whirlpool
TRANSPORTATION: Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from ASM International which is located at 9639 Kinsman Road, Novelty, Ohio 44073-0002. The closest major airport is Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, Cleveland, OH. See www.clevelandairport.com for ground transportation options and additional information.
COMMUNICATION: Access to course materials requires a unique email address for the student enrolled. All communications concerning the status of the class will be accomplished by email. It is the responsibility of the class registrant to ensure that a valid email address has been supplied and email filter settings are not preventing delivery of emails from ASM International.
We look forward to seeing you at the Dome. If you have any questions, please contact ASM International Member Service Center (440.671.3800 or [email protected])
REGISTRATION FEES: Any unpaid registrations MUST be paid in full on or before the first day of class.
COURSE CANCELLATION: ASM International reserves the right to cancel any class; refunding registration fees, if necessary, without additional financial obligation. In the event it is necessary for ASM to cancel a class, email notification will be sent no less than two weeks prior to the class starting date.
It is highly recommended that non-refundable airline tickets are purchased only after verifying that the class will run as scheduled by contacting the ASM Member Service Center (440.671.3800 or [email protected]). ASM International is not liable for any fees associated with a participant having to reschedule airline reservations due to a course cancellation.
For additional information, please see the ASM Education Cancellation Policy for description of fees and policy on registration cancellation.
