This course focuses on the practical materials and processing knowledge necessary to perform failure analysis on these widely used component groups. The course materials and instruction will provide insight into the manufacturing of components, circumstances resulting in degradation, and diagnostic features for failure analysis and prevention. Half day component sections include shafts and bearings; mechanical fasteners; cast and wrought materials; welded, brazed and soldered joints; gears; boilers and heat exchangers; and pressure vessels.
Who Should Take This Course: Engineers and Technicians involved in the maintenance, failure analysis and failure prevention of components will benefit from the course.
Prerequisite Knowledge: General Knowledge of materials and some background in failure analysis principles would be helpful but not mandatory. ASM courses in principles of failure analysis would be good preparation for the detailed treatment of each of the component types covered but are not mandatory.
- Understand normal failure modes for the different types of components
- Identify the fabrication factors and service characteristics that can lead to those failure modes
- Participate in or help plan failure analysis investigations of these components
- Interpret failure analysis conclusions in order to help identify preventative action
This course has been enhanced with self-guided digital short courses added to related lessons. These additions feature enhanced visuals, narrated text and animations, and interactive quizzes to support learning.Â
Continuing Education Units:Â 3.0
You will have 12 months to complete the course from the time you register.