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Introduction to Steel Metallurgy

Engineering the Next Generation

A self study course providing delegates with a sound understanding of the atomic structure and properties of metals, highlighting differences in bonding between metals and other engineering material categories. A mathematics and statistics ‘tool set’ also raises the novice metallurgist’s numerical ability to the required level.

Course aimsThis course outlines the basic structure of the atom, how atoms are arranged in metals and how this influences their properties.

Who should attend Anyone wishing to understand the scientific and engineering principles relating to the structure and basic properties of metals and other categories of engineering materials.A module of the QCF level 3 Certificate in Metallurgy qualification.

“This was an excellent course which some companies used in order to send younger members of staff for a widening of their metals knowledge, while others used it to brush up, or backfill, missing gaps – much ground was covered and this was a highly worthwhile way in which the AMRC is delivering real value.”

Anthony Lipmann

Lipmann Walton & Co

“The presenter was veryenthusiastic and used lots of visual and practical examples.”Marcus Gouera

Surface technologies

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Anthony Lipmann

Lipmann Walton & Co




Self Study


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Anthony Lipmann

Lipmann Walton & Co




Self Study


Contact us

T: 0114 222 9939





Ahalfdaycoursethatprovidesnon-technicalstaffwithapracticalunderstanding of the use of metals in engineering applications.

Course aimsThe course aims to provide delegates with an understanding of what metals are, why they are so important, how they are processed and where they are used.

Who should attend The course is aimed at those with a limited formal technical background but who work within the metals industry. Typical attendees include HR professionals, administrative staff, marketing, project support staff, finance, etc.

“The course gave me moreknowledgerelatingto material specifications and treatments, helping meinprovidingbettercustomer information”

Kevin Burnap,Hempel Metals.

“The course matched myexpectationsverywell,I learnt a lot and have a great foundation to workwith”

Ray KaneSpecial Steels Ltd.

Introduction to Metals

Half day course


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One day course


A one day overview of the essential properties of metals, how they are produced and where they are used.

Course aimsThis course provides an introduction to the principle alloy categories and their applications. It explains the properties of metals, how they are tested, how metal products are made and where they are used.

Who should attend Professionals from all parts of your business who have little experience of metals or materials science. Directors, financial & legal staff, HR, marketing & sales, technicians. A module of the QCF level 3 Certificate in Metallurgy qualification.

“The course was extremely well organised, informative, very useful and the notes excellent. I would recommendthis course to any otherperson who wishes toundertand the principles of metallurgy.”

James Rowley

W.H.Tildesley Ltd

“I’d certainly recommendany metals sector company to take a close look at NAMTEC’s technical training capability, both in standard courses andin creating and deliveringbespoke options.”Mike Brammer

Siemens VAI

Fundamentals of Metallurgy

One day course


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A one day course describing the production, specification and applications of steels.

“Presenter was very, very good and his knowledge level was fantastic.”

Alex ThompsonUK Steel

Course aimsThe Introduction to Steel Metallurgy provides an overview of the basic principles of ferrous metallurgy and how steel products are made. Joining techniques are described and the physical properties, standards and definitions of steel grades are reviewed. The course concludes with guidance on the specification and selection of steel grades for a wide variety of applications.

Who should attend The course is ideally suited to procurement, marketing & sales personnel involved in the steel product supply chain. It would also suit staff in other commercial and technical support roles. No prior knowledge of steel metallurgy is assumed.



Short Technical Courses covering the processing and application of a range of metals and alloys. All our programmes are delivered by practising industry experts and are available both in-house and at venues across the UK Including an optional Metals Technology Certificate.

“I’d certainly recommend any metals sector company to take a look at the AMRC Training Centre’s technical training capability, both in standard courses and in creating and delivering bespoke options.”Mike Brammer, Siemens VAI

Technical Training Solutions

Metallurgy Training Courses


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Processing of metals

• Metal extraction• Iron & steelmaking• Titanium & Aluminium production• Flat & long products• Forging• Powder metallurgy• Heat treatment• Joining & Machining• Surface finishing

Choosing a Metal

• Strength, ductility & toughness• Automotive applications• Aerospace applications• Role of alloying elements in steels• Metals for oil & gas• Titanium, copper & nickel applications

Standards & quality assessment

• Codes & standards• International standards• American standards• Aluminium alloy categorisation• Quality management systems

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Review of Existing Knowledge

• Periodic table of the elements• Metals vs polymers, ceramics, composites• Classes of metal and alloy• Properties of Metals• Metallurgy & Materials Science

Structure of Metals

• Crystal structures• Grains & orientation• Microscopes & microscopy• Phase Diagrams• Control of metal properties

Properties of Metals &How they are measured

• Tensile testing, stress & strain• Ductile-brittle transition• Hardness • Creep• Fatigue• Corrosion• Failure analysis


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Periodic Table of Elements BOS Steelmaking Converter

Metals - Crystal Structure Typical Aerospace Applications

Charpy Impact Testing Standards: EN 10025-2: 2004




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Section 1: Basic Principles of Steel Metallurgy

• Definitions of metals & non-metals• Crystals & grains• Steel chemistry & heat treatment

Section 2: How Steel is Made

• Metal extraction• Melting• Continuous casting• Flat products • Long products

Section 3: Joining Technologies

• Welding• Brazing• Cladding




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Section 4: Properties of Metals and How They are Measured

• Strength• Toughness• Hardness• Fatigue• Corrosion

Section 5: Standards & Specifications

• Steel grades explained• What does heat treatment do?• How is heat treatment done?

Section 6: Choosing the Right Steel Grade for Different Applications

• Design & selection diagrams• Alloys for automotive • Alloys for construction• Alloys for domestic applications• Alloys for industrial applications (incl earth moving & agricultural)



Ahalfdaycoursethatprovidesnon-technicalstaffwithapracticalunderstanding of the use of metals in engineering applications.

Course aimsThe course aims to provide delegates with an understanding of what metals are, why they are so important, how they are processed and where they are used.

Who should attend The course is aimed at those with a limited formal technical background but who work within the metals industry. Typical attendees include HR professionals, administrative staff, marketing, project support staff, finance, etc.

“The course gave me moreknowledgerelatingto material specifications and treatments, helping meinprovidingbettercustomer information”

Kevin Burnap,Hempel Metals.

“The course matched myexpectationsverywell,I learnt a lot and have a great foundation to workwith”

Ray KaneSpecial Steels Ltd.

Introduction to Metals

Half day course


Contact us

T: 0114 222 9939

E:[email protected]


AMRC Training CentreAdvanced Manufacturing ParkOff Highfield SpringCatcliffeRotherhamS60 5BL

T: 0114 222 9939E: [email protected]: www.amrctraining.co.ukwww.amrctraining.co.uk






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Rotherham

S60 5TZ

A suite of specialised, technical training courses covering all aspects of the production, processing and application of a wide range of metal alloys.

Enhance the contribution your staff make to the business through an in-depth understanding of the materials they work with.

The optional Metals Technology Certificate requires candidates to attend six one-day courses, each of which is assessed by an online, multiple choice examination.

Successful candidates receive a University of Sheffield, Certificate of Achievement.

The qualification is intended primarily for technical staff who are routinely involved in the processing or testing of metals-based products. It is also suitable as technical background for staff in engineering and commercial functions.

Metals & alloys• Carbon & alloy steels• Stainless steels• Titanium metallurgy• Nickel metallurgy• Aluminium metallurgy

Metals Applications• Subsea application of metals• Metals for aerospace• Metals for gas turbine applications• Materials for automotive• Materials for nuclear• Materials for medical

General Metallurgy• Introduction to metals• Fundamentals of metallurgy• Metallurgy for non-metallurgists

Apprenticeships• Mechanical• Electrical• Manufacturing• Materials• Fabrication• Machining• Composites• Design

Metals Processing• Casting of metals• Hot & warm forging• Introduction to heat treatment• Heat treatment for professionals• Machining of metals• Welding of metals• Powder metallurgy • Principles of heat treatment

In-Service Performance• Introduction to corrosion• Combating metal corrosion• Introduction to fatigue• Failure analysis & prevention• Mechanical testing• Non-destructive testing• Quality assurance

Manufacturing Leaders Programme(ILM level 3)• Developing yourself• Creating a high performance team• Effective communication• Conflict to compromise• Getting the best out of your people• Problem solving• Production planning• Maximising resources• World class manufacturing• Safety is no accident• Customer is king• Leading in a lean environment

Certificate in MetallurgyQCF level 3 • Science & engineering principles• Fundamentals of metallurgy• Principles of heat treatment• Mechanical testing techniques• Non-destructive testing• Principles of quality assurance• Metals processing &

manufacturing technologies• Metals for aerospace

Other Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Services




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Metals Technology Certificate• Level 3 (A level)• Self-study manual “Science & Engineering Principles”• Select six one-day taught courses• On-line assessment of all modules• University of Sheffield Certificate on successful completion

Introduction to Steel MetallurgyLearning Outcomes• Understand the principles of steel metallurgy & chemistry

• Learn how steel is made and how it is welded

• Understand how steel properties are measured and how specifications are developed

• Match grades/specifications against the requirements of a range of steel applications

AMRC Training CentreAdvanced Manufacturing ParkOff Highfield SpringCatcliffeRotherham

AMRC Training CentreAdvanced Manufacturing ParkOff Highfield SpringCatcliffeRotherhamS60 5BL

T: 0114 222 9939E: [email protected]: www.amrctraining.co.ukwww.amrctraining.co.uk



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