Metal Failure Analysis


Learn about metal failure analysis steps, metallurgical analysis techniques, and how to perform failure analysis of fractures, corrosion failures, and quality problems.
7 hours | 0.7 CEUs (7 pdh)
$290.00
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Learn about metal failure analysis steps, metallurgical analysis techniques, and how to perform failure analysis of fractures, corrosion failures, and manufacturing quality problems. The knowledge will help you fix product failures and quality problems faster.

When a component fails or when there is a quality problem, a failure analysis is the first step to get the information needed to identify the root cause.

This course is for engineers and technicians involved with determining the root cause of failed components and manufacturing quality problems.

Course content

Module 1: Failure and Root Cause Analysis
Purpose of metallurgical failure analysis, situations when metallurgical failure analysis is required, and how failure analysis relates to root cause analysis.
20 minutes
Module 2: Failure Analysis Process
Steps of a failure analysis, background information needed for failure analysis, photography of samples, and samples to collect for a failure analysis.
10 minutes
Module 3: Analysis Techniques Introduction
List of metallurgical analysis techniques
3 minutes
Module 4: Visual and Stereo Zoom Examination
Visual and stereo zoom microscope examination and data obtained. Sample cleaning and cutting.
15 minutes
Module 5: Non-destructive Testing
Non-destructive tests and the data obtained.
14 minutes
Module 6: Scanning Electron Microscopy
How a scanning electron microscope works, data obtained, and sample requirements.
25 minutes
Module 7: Metallography
How metallography is performed, sample preparation for metallography, and data obtained from metallographic examination.
20 minutes
Module 8: Composition Analysis
How five composition analysis techniques are performed, data obtained, and sample requirements.
30 minutes
Module 9: Mechanical Testing
How tensile, hardness, and microhardness testing are performed, sample requirements and preparation, and data obtained.
30 minutes
Module 10: Fracture Failure Analysis
How to collect, handle, and prepare fractured and cracked samples for failure analysis. Fracture mode and fracture mechanisms.
40 minutes
Module 11: Fracture Case Studies
Case studies of fracture failures that include knowledge checks for learners to apply metal failure analysis knowledge.
50 minutes
Module 12: Corrosion Failure Analysis
Seven common corrosion mechanisms. Uses of metallurgical analysis techniques for corrosion failure analysis
30 minutes
Module 13: Corrosion Case Studies
Case studies of corrosion failures that include knowledge checks for learners to apply metal failure analysis knowledge.
45 minutes
Module 14: Manufacturing Failure Analysis Steps and Case Studies
Case studies of manufacturing quality problems that include knowledge checks for learners to apply metal failure analysis knowledge.
55 minutes
Module 15: Review
5 minutes
Final exam
70% required to pass the course and receive a certificate of completion.
30 minutes
Course handouts
Downloadable pdf of course contents

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What people say about our courses

Engineers and technical professionals use this course to build practical metallurgy knowledge they can apply in design, manufacturing, quality, and supplier related work.

  • "Principles of Metallurgy covered the foundations of metallurgy and effects of manufacturing processes needed to obtain desired mechanical properties. This information has been valuable during my work in both design and manufacturing. I highly recommend it for someone that could benefit from knowledge of the fundamentals of metallurgy."
    Chris M.
    Mechanical Design Engineer
    Oil & Gas Industry
  • The Principles of Metallurgy course was a great refresher and supplement to the Properties of Materials course I took in college. The content focuses on information relative to industry, which will help greatly in my day-to-day job functions.
    Alex Nocera
    Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense
  • Well worth the time to do Metallurgy of Steel Heat Treating. It has given me more confidence in my job and given me a better understanding of some of the heat treatments used in the business
    Mark Winter
    Test House, Abbey Forged Products
  • I learned a bunch from this course. I needed an understanding of the heat treating and metals for our heat treating process in house. I now have a much better understanding of what is accomplished in the process along with understanding what could be a problem in our process.
    Tim Harris
    Gesipa Fasteners USA

What you will learn

The following aspects of metal failure analysis are taught:

  • The common metal failure analysis techniques.
  • Failure mode and mechanism.
  • How to select, collect, handle, and prepare samples for metal failure analysis.
  • The background information required to determine failure mechanism and root cause.
  • How to determine fracture mode based on the appearance of a fracture surface.
  • How to perform a failure analysis on fracture, corrosion, and manufacturing failures.

Case studies and quiz questions give learners opportunities to apply the concepts taught to solve real-life failures.

Course details

  • Length: 7 hours
  • Training credit: 7 training hours and 0.7 CEUs
  • Content: 15 learning modules, a final exam, and a pdf of the course slides
  • Format: Online, on-demand, and interactive
  • Access: 4 months
  • Certificate of completion: awarded after passing the final exam.

Prerequisites

It will be helpful, but not necessary, to take our Principles of Metallurgy course prior to taking this course.

Principles of Metallurgy for $125 when you purchase it along with this course. Use discount code POM100

Course certificate

A certificate for 6 training hours (0.7 CEUs) will be awarded after completing all course modules and successfully completing the final exam.


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How do I register for a course?
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 How much time do I have to complete a course?
Course access is for 4 months from the registration date. Completing 1-2 modules a week will enable you to complete any of our courses before the expiration date. Still, we recommend trying to complete a course within 2-3 weeks of starting for best learning outcomes. 

Are training certificates awarded after completing a metallurgy course?
Yes, upon successful completion of the courses, participants receive a training certificate that shows the participant’s name, course title, hours of training credit, and the completion date. A final exam score of at least 70% is required to pass a course.

Who are these metallurgy courses designed for?
These courses are geared to non-metallurgists. This includes engineers, technicians, and anyone else who works in design and manufacturing. Our courses are designed for people who want to deepen their understanding of metallurgy without prior metallurgy training.

How long does it take to complete a metallurgy course?
The duration varies depending on the specific course, but most can be completed within a few weeks to a month, depending on the learner's pace.

Are there prerequisites for enrolling in these courses?
There are no strict prerequisites. We recommend starting with our Principles of Metallurgy course to learn metallurgy fundamentals. Some of our other courses have Principles of Metallurgy as a prerequisite. Each course page has a list of prerequisites from our catalogue of courses. 

Are group discounts offered?
Yes, we offer group discounts. Complete this form to tell us the courses of interest and your group size. We’ll email right back. We can also help you choose the training based on your training needs and goals, your team, and your budget.

What is the course format?
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What are the benefits of taking metallurgy courses online?
Online metallurgy courses offer flexibility, allowing you to learn at your own pace from anywhere. They provide access to expert instructors, comprehensive materials, and the ability to balance studies with work or other commitments.

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