Metallurgy: Fundamentals of Metalworking and Engineering

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• Disclaimer 01:00

  • 1: Disclaimer 01:00

• Lecture 1: History of Metalwork and Metallurgy 06:00

  • 2: History of Metalwork and Metallurgy 06:00

• Lecture 2: Ore and Metallurgical Processing Metallurgy 07:00

  • 3: Ore and Metallurgical Processing Metallurgy 07:00

• Lecture 3: Metal Properties and Alloys 03:00

  • 4: Metal Properties and Alloys 03:00

• Lecture 4: Mechanical Properties of Metals 02:00

  • 5: Mechanical Properties of Metals 02:00

• Lecture 5: Strength in Metals 06:00

  • 6: Strength in Metals 06:00

• Lecture 6: Corrosion Resistance 03:00

  • 7: Corrosion Resistance 03:00

• Lecture 7: Types of Iron (Ferrous Metals) 03:00

  • 8: Types of Iron (Ferrous Metals) 03:00

• Lecture 8: Types of Steel (Another Ferrous Metal) 08:00

  • 9: Types of Steel (Another Ferrous Metal) 08:00

• Lecture 9: Nonferrous Metals and Alloys 06:00

  • 10: Nonferrous Metals and Alloys 06:00

• Lecture 10: Metalworking Processes 06:00

  • 11: Metalworking Processes 06:00

• Lecture 11: Metal Identification and Testing Methods 07:00

  • 12: Metal Identification and Testing Methods 07:00

• Final Exam 11:00

  • 13: Final Exam 11:00

This Metallurgy course offers an extensive study of metalworking and engineering principles fundamental to understanding metals’ behaviour and applications. You will begin with the history of metallurgy, tracing the Copper, Bronze, and Iron Ages, and the discovery of steel and cast iron.

Core modules introduce key metallurgical concepts, including chemical, physical, and extractive metallurgy, alongside mineral processing and advanced techniques like pyrometallurgy and electrometallurgy. You will study metal properties and alloys, distinguishing ferrous and non-ferrous metals and understanding their mechanical behaviours such as tensile, compressive, and shear stresses.

Strength, hardness, corrosion resistance, and various mechanical properties are explored in detail, highlighting how metals respond to different forces and environments. The course covers classifications of iron, steel, and nonferrous metals like copper, brass, nickel, and aluminum.

Metalworking processes such as machining, forging, casting, rolling, and joining provide practical knowledge of shaping and fabricating metals. Identification and testing methods, including spark and magnetic tests, round out the curriculum, offering skills essential for material analysis and quality control.

This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in metallurgy, blending scientific theory with engineering applications.

Certification
Upon successful completion of the Award in Education and Training (AET) Level 3 Advanced Diploma course, learners receive an instant, free digital certificate recognising their achievement. This certification demonstrates your metallurgy competence, supporting career advancement in engineering and manufacturing sectors.

Offered by Course Line, an award-winning educational brand, this course combines professional standards with flexible learning for accessible and career-relevant metallurgy education.

This course is ideal for students and professionals in materials science, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing industries seeking foundational metallurgy knowledge. It suits technicians, quality control inspectors, and production managers involved in metal processing and product development.

Engineers aiming to deepen their understanding of metal properties and behaviour will benefit from this course. Additionally, apprentices and those pursuing careers in welding, machining, or metal fabrication will find the curriculum highly relevant.

The course supports anyone eager to gain practical and theoretical metallurgy skills for diverse industrial applications.

Learners enrolling in this Metallurgy course should have basic written English proficiency to fully engage with course materials. A reliable internet connection and access to a device such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone are necessary for online learning. An interest in materials engineering and science will enhance your experience.

No prior metallurgy experience is required, making the course suitable for beginners and professionals seeking to expand their expertise.

Graduates can pursue careers as metallurgists, materials engineers, quality control technicians, production supervisors, or manufacturing engineers. The knowledge gained also supports advancement into research, product development, and specialist roles within metalworking and industrial engineering fields.