E-learning Intermediate

Foundations of Ceramic Processing

Provider The American Ceramic Society

Course description

Learn the key principles in ceramic processing, focusing on defect prevention, powder characterisation, forming techniques, and a brief introduction to sintering. Attendees will examine factors affecting strength, warping, and cracking, alongside methods like colloidal processing, granulation, and sintering. Emphasis is placed on rheology, particle packing, and the use of a Specific Volume Diagram approach to optimise manufacturing processes. Quality control strategies will also be discussed to ensure reliable ceramic components.

In this course, you will learn about:

Review of processing flaws and strength
Warping and cracking
Powder characterisation
Particle packing
Colloidal processing and rheology
Specific volume diagram approach to forming processes
Granulation and dry forming
Drying and sintering
Quality control discussions

Defect Prevention and Strength Optimization - Focuses on identifying and preventing common ceramic processing problems
Powder Processing and Characterisation - Emphasises technical skills in material characterisation and processing control
Manufacturing Process Control - Highlights systematic approaches to optimise manufacturing operations

This course is intended for engineers, technicians, and scientists with an interest in ceramic processing fundamentals and applications.