Introduction to Polymers and Polymer Failure Analysis 
 
       
 
 
      Introduction to Polymers and Polymer Failure Analysis
Collaboration between the AAIS, IMR Test Labs & ASM International
 
         
     

This class provides a practical background in nonmetallic materials behavior, testing and failure analysis.

REQUIRED PRE-REQUISITES
An understanding of metallic materials and/or an introductory materials science course would be beneficial to the student but not mandatory.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • Metallurgists
  • Materials Engineering Managers
  • Anyone who works with polymers from engineering to quality and purchasing
 
     
 
 
      Course Coverage  
         
     

Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental differences between metallic and nonmetallic materials.
  • Learn the structure and properties of polymers.
  • Learn the common applications of polymers.
  • Understand the methods of processing polymers.
  • Gain knowledge on the methods used to test and characterize polymers.
  • Understand the manner in which polymers fail.
  • Gain insight into fracture of polymers and polymer matrix composites.
  • Learn the basics of failure analysis and fractography of polymers and polymer matrix composites.
 
     
 
 
      Course Details
 
 
         
      Dates:
1 to 2 November 2012 (Thursday to Friday)
 
      Time: 9am - 5pm  
      Venue:
IMR Test Labs - Singapore
30 Loyang Way #03-16
Singapore 508769 

 
      Fees:
Public: S$1,995/pax (excl. prevailing GST)
ATVs Category: CAT B
AAIS Members: make use of your ATVs !
 
 
      Register: Email registration form to training@aais.org.sg  
      Closing Date:
One week before course date.
*Note: Class commencement is subject to minimum class size requirements.
 
       
 
 
      About the Instructor
 
     
Mr Ronald J. Parrington, P.E., FASM, President of IMR Test Labs
 
     
Ron is a graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with BS and MS degrees in materials engineering.  He has over 30 years of experience in testing and failure analysis of metallic and nonmetallic materials.  He has presented and published numerous papers on failure analysis and teaches the courses Principles of Failure Analysis, Practical Fractography, and Introduction to Polymers and Polymer Testing.  He previously served as chairman of the ASM International Failure Analysis Committee and currently serves as the chairman of the ASM Materials Education Foundation Board of Trustees. 

About IMR Test Labs
IMR Test Labs is an international firm offering a complete scope of materials testing services, including chemical analysis, mechanical testing, metallurgical analysis, failure analysis, fatigue testing, training and much more.

With four state-of-the-art facilities, located in Ithaca, New York; Louisville, Kentucky; Portland, Oregon and Singapore. IMR Test Labs will be expanding into China with a new facility opening in the Suzhou industrial park in August of 2012. 

IMR Test Labs materials testing labs are accredited by A2LA (NY, KY & OR), Nadcap (NY, OR), SAC (SPR), GE S-400 (NY, KY, OR & SPR) and many major manufacturers around the world. 

Behind the doors of IMR Test Labs' facilities are over 130 knowledgeable, experienced professionals — PhDs, engineers, chemists, metallurgists, technicians and support staff — who work side by side with clients in a diverse range of industries. 

About ASM International

ASM International serves materials professionals, non-technical personnel, and managers worldwide by providing high-quality materials information, education and training, networking opportunities, and professional development resources in cost-effective and user-friendly formats.

As an engineering and scientific society, ASM represents over 34,000 members residing in over 100 different countries worldwide. These members represent a broad industry base contributing to advances in materials for aerospace, automotive, electronics and medical device industries to name a few. Established in 1913, ASM has nearly 100 years of experience in connecting the materials community to resources that allow them to solve problems quickly, identify opportunities for business development and improve the quality of life for the entire world.

                   
 
   
 
A warm welcome to our newest members! 

Agnos Chemicals Pte Ltd
Ametek Singapore Pte Ltd
CNC Design Pte Ltd
Sunway E-Systems (Singapore) Pte Ltd
Wencor, LLC

For a full list of AAIS Members, click here.

AAIS Extraordinary General Meeting
concluded on 3rd May 2012
4pm @ the AAIS Boardroom

The AAIS General Assembly elects
 
MR TIN HO
Rolls-Royce Singapore Pte Ltd

as 2nd Vice President for
the current term of office.

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