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Overview

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the properties and microstructure of the most common alloy families, such as steel, aluminum, copper, nickel, and titanium.
• Select and apply the most effective shaping and assembly techniques for various applications.
• Integrate corrosion and fatigue resistance seamlessly into product design and manufacturing processes.
• Choose the appropriate heat treatments to enhance material performance.
• Identify common welding processes and understand the types of welding defects and relevant standards.

Description
In today’s competitive industrial landscape, mastering the fundamentals of alloys and their applications is crucial. Whether you're dealing with steel, aluminum, copper, nickel, or titanium, understanding their properties and microstructures can dramatically impact the efficiency and reliability of your projects. By taking this course, you will delve deep into these essential materials, gaining insights that will elevate your expertise in shaping, assembly, and heat treatment techniques.

A focus will be placed on demystifying welding processes, exploring applicable standards, and identifying common defects. You will learn to integrate corrosion and fatigue resistance into your designs, ensuring long-lasting, durable products. Many case studies will be presented, and participants are encouraged to submit their examples. Through these practical examples, you’ll be able to apply these concepts to real-world scenarios, solidifying your understanding and enhancing your problem-solving skills.

This training is essential for professionals looking to elevate their knowledge in metallurgy. It provides the tools to avoid common mistakes and optimize your processes. The hands-on approach will equip you to tackle the challenges you face in your field with confidence and precision.

Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for professionals in the Industrial, Mining, Petrochemical, and Civil Engineering sectors. Engineers, Inspectors, Technicians, and Contractors will find it particularly beneficial, as it provides practical insights into the materials and processes integral to their daily work.

Additionally, those involved in product design, manufacturing, or quality assurance will gain valuable knowledge in selecting and applying appropriate techniques to ensure the success of their projects. If you want to enhance your understanding of metallurgical principles and how they apply to your industry, this course is for you.

Moreover, professionals looking to stay updated with the latest advancements in metallurgy and welding standards will benefit from the coverage provided. This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions and improve the quality of your work.

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Syllabus

Day 1

• Physical properties and microstructure of the most common alloys (steel, aluminum, copper, nickel, titanium, etc.).
• Selection of the appropriate heat treatments (quenching, annealing, normalizing).
• Understanding metal characterization techniques (hardness, traction, chemical analysis).

Day 2

• Basic principles of corrosion.
• The most appropriate shaping and assembly techniques (welding, rolling, bending, casting).
• Common welding processes.
• Understand the various types of welding defects and the applicable standards.
• Overview of common errors and problems to avoid.

Instructor

Nicolas Geoffroy, ing., P.Eng., Ph. D., métallurgiste

Ingénieur en matériaux, Nicolas Geoffroy détient un baccalauréat en ingénierie et un doctorat en génie métallurgique de l’Université McGill. Il a enseigné au niveau du baccalauréat et au fil des années, a participé à différents projets de recherche en métallurgie, autant dans le domaine de l’aérospatiale que de l’extraction. Il a travaillé chez GCM Consultants comme ingénieur métallurgiste et de procédé, principalement dans le domaine pétrochimique. M. Geoffroy est présentement à l’emploi de CEP Forensique dans le groupe Matériaux et Chimie, où il effectue l’analyse de défaillances et la caractérisation d’alliages, de polymères et de céramiques.