The next virtual course will take place on Wednesday 15 October 2025.
We are delighted to be working with experienced trainer Clayton Thomas to offer this one-day short course introducing materials selection.
Materials selection is at the heart of the design and development process for engineering components. This course offers delegates the opportunity to explore the many factors affecting the choice of materials for a broad range of applications and the large selection of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys that are available. The knowledge gained from the course will enhance discussions between customers and suppliers and gives a better understanding of the properties of materials and how this influences their uses.
This course is one of nine courses in the IOM3 Metallurgy in Practice suite.
If you attend this and two of the other courses in the series, you will receive an IOM3 Certificate in Metallurgy in Practice.
If you attend this and five of the other courses in the series, you will receive the IOM3 Diploma in Metallurgy in Practice.
Book all of your courses at once to receive a discounted rate.
Who should attend the course?
How is the course structured?
The virtual course covers:
- Principles of materials selection
Material properties
Cost
Design and fabrication - Processing and properties
Heat treatment and alloying
Mechanical properties – strength, toughness, hardness
Corrosion resistance
Product forms – castings and forgings - Ferrous and non-ferrous alloys
Low alloy and stainless steels
Commonly used grades and applications - Material selection for specific applications
Strength and toughness
Weldability, repair and machinability
Surface treatments, such as case hardening and nitriding
Surface coatings, such as plating
By the end of the course what will I have learnt?
- Understand the key factors affecting materials selection for engineering applications.
- Appreciate the effects of processing on materials properties.
- Understand the range of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys available.
- Awareness of the broader issues affecting materials selection.
How much does the course cost?
The fee for this one day course is £570 +VAT at 20% where applicable. IOM3 members and subscribers to our Business Partner Programme are entitled to a discount of 10% on the course fee.
A special rate of £99 is availble to Student & Early Career members of IOM3.
Register to attend the next course
Virtual course using Zoom
9:30am to 4:30pm, Wednesday 15 October
