1. Understand the techniques and processes suitable for welding non-ferrous alloys.
2. Apply physical metallurgy principles to explain the response of non-ferrous metals to welding.
3. Interpret the microstructures of welds for a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
4. Evaluate the causes of defects in welds.
5. Recommend the procedures and methods necessary to prevent weld defects.
6. Understand the principles involved in joining of non-metals.
7. Understand the principles of quality management.
8. Apply National and International standards to achieve required weld quality.
9. Specify, qualify and operate weld procedures to appropriate standards.
10. Identify appropriate NDE techniques for welded fabrications, and have a basic understanding of interpretation of NDE examinations.
11. Manage workplace practices to ensure adequate health and safety

·         Metallographic examinations

·         Welding of aluminium, copper, and nickel based alloys

·         Joining dissimilar metals

·         Welding of castings – cast steel and cast iron

·         Wear and Protective Layers

·         Welding of Stainless Steels

·         Joining materials for low and high temperature applications.

·         Joining of coated steels

·         Case studies, welding failures

·         Joining processes for plastics

·         Joining processes for advanced materials – ceramics and composites.

·         Introduction to quality assurance

·         Weld quality standards – IS0 9000 and ISO 3834

·         Quality control during manufacture – weld procedure specification and qualification

·         Welder qualification

·         Introduction to Non-destructive examination (NDE) and types of weld imperfections

·         Fundamentals of NDE methods (dye penetrant, magnetic particle, eddy current, acoustic emission, radiographic inspection)

·         Ultrasonic Inspection

·         Qualification and certification of NDE personnel

·         Health and Safety

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