Practical Interpretation of Microstructures, 3 day, November 9-11, 2026
Event Date:
November 9, 2026
Event Time:
8:30 am
Event Location:
ASM International
Practical Interpretation of Microstructures is a three-day course that combines lectures with hands-on microscopy practice to build skills in microstructural analysis. Students will work with microstructures from key alloy systems including steel, stainless steel, cast iron, titanium, copper, aluminum, superalloys, and other materials commonly seen in the field.
The course examines how microstructures change with different heat treatments and processing methods, including the differences between wrought and cast materials. Lectures are supported by examining real microstructures where important features are identified and discussed. Students will spend significant time at microscope stations examining about 60 prepared specimens, using an illustrated reference guide with detailed annotations.
No prerequisites are required, though having some background in sample preparation, heat treating, or metallurgy will enhance the understanding of the presented material.
Students are encouraged to bring their own prepared specimens for discussion during the course.
ENDORSED BY:
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
- Metallographers looking to strengthen their interpretation skills
- Technicians working with microstructural analysis
- Engineers who need to understand microstructures in their work
- Individuals who are required to interpret microstructures
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Apply correct terminology when describing microstructures
- Correlate what is seen in microstructures to heat treatment, mechanical properties, and chemistry
- Recognize martensite, austenite, bainite, and ferrite in ferrous alloys
- Determine manufacturing processes based on indications in the microstructure
- Identify structures of non-ferrous alloys such as super alloys, titanium, copper, and aluminum alloys
- Analyze imperfections and their causes
- Distinguish between preparation artifacts and actual microstructural features
COURSE OUTLINE:
- Proper Terminology for Describing Microstructures
- Optimizing the Images on the Metallograph
- Iron/ Carbon Phase Diagram and TTT Diagram
- Structures of Carbon and Alloy Steels as Produced by Heat Treatments
- Structures of Stainless Steels and Heat Resisting Alloys
- Microstructures of Titanium and Its Alloys
- Structures of Aluminum Alloys, Cast and Wrought
- Microstructures of Copper-Based Alloys
- Common Failure Modes of Various Alloys
Continuing Education Units: 3.0
This course satisfies one of the requirements for the Certificate of Achievement in Metallography.
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.)
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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.
