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Introduction to Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technology 

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Duration

3 weeks

Total fee

2,205

Mode of learning

Online

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Introduction to Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technology
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Highlights

  • Duration 3 weeks
  • Weekly study 1 hour
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Introduction to Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technology
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  • This short course will develop your knowledge and understanding of metal additive manufacturing technology, from AM processes to how AM is used in different industries.
  • Alongside expert guidance from educators at KU Leuven and the EIT RawMaterials, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of what additive manufacturing is.
  • As you explore the various steps of the AM process chain, you'll also consider the disadvantages and advantages of additive manufacturing.
  • As well as getting to grips with what metal additive manufacturing is, you'll broaden your understanding of its many applications.
  • From aerospace to the biomedical industry, you'll consider how metal AM is applied in different industries.
  • The course will also offer you the chance to learn about the different materials used for metal additive manufacturing.
  • You'll explore how it's used for prototyping and also how it can be employed for the manufacturing of safety-critical parts in high-demand applications.
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Introduction to Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technology
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Curriculum

Additive manufacturing process

What is AM and how does it work?

An example of metal AM process: Laser Powder Bed Fusion

Advantages and disadvantages of AM

Applications of metal AM

Applications of metal AM

Aerospace and automotive applications of metal AM

Biomedical and other applications of metal AM

Overview of metals for AM

Metals for AM

Metals for AM in more details

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