By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand how ceramic structure, processing, and defects influence mechanical performance 
• Explain how and why ceramics fail under mechanical loading
• Calculate and interpret flexural strength 
• Understand and apply Weibull statistics to assess probability of failure
• Describe and compare hardness testing methods 
• Understand the fundamentals of fracture mechanics and fracture toughness (KIC) 
• Explain non-destructive testing methods

• Mechanical behaviour
• Strength testing
• Failure analysis
• Hardness testing
• Reliability assessment

• Materials scientists and engineers working with ceramic materials
• Mechanical and design engineers involved in component performance and reliability
• Manufacturing and process engineers responsible for product quality and production outcomes
• Quality control and testing engineers carrying out or interpreting mechanical testing
• R&D professionals developing ceramic materials or components
• Early-career professionals needing a foundation in ceramic mechanical behaviour and testing

• 1 day of in-person training, held at Lucideon's Headquarters and the AMRICC Centre in Staffordshire.
• This course includes a tour of Lucideon’s testing facilities and the AMRICC Centre, a unique open-access facility that translates materials, processes and technologies into real-world products and solutions through the commercialisation of innovative ideas.
• Practical demonstrations and hands on activities also form part of the course. Please ensure you attend wearing closed toe shoes, any further required PPE will be provided for you.
• Refreshments and lunch will be provided

We often run this session exclusively for our Customers. Contact us for available dates.