FLEXIBLE SELF STUDY TRAINING COURSES & QUALIFICATIONS

Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Welding TECHNOLOGY & Quality Management

Industry Expertise, Flexible Learning, Measurable Competence.

Enhance your career prospects & increase your technical knowledge, skills & understanding by studying on our unrivalled range of industry-leading self study training courses & qualifications in Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Welding Technology & Quality Management.

The knowledge & skills gained on our courses are applicable to a wide range of industry sectors, including aerospace, automotive, rail, oil & gas, chemical, power generation including nuclear, general engineering, construction, food & drink and defence.

In today’s fast-evolving engineering landscape, the skills gap in Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Welding Technology & Quality Management isn’t just a challenge—it’s a risk to innovation, compliance, and competitiveness. Philip Bralsford Consultancy & Training offers a proven solution: accessible, accredited and industry-aligned training that empowers professionals at every level.

No Prior Knowledge or Qualifications Required

There are also no specific qualification entry requirements to complete our courses as they are suitable for candidates at all levels & in all functions. Anyone with passion and curiosity can access our industry-leading materials engineering, metallurgy, welding technology and quality management education—regardless of academic background.

Flexible Self Study

All courses are offered for self-study, making it accessible to candidates regardless of their location. Candidates can also start and progress through the training at anytime, anywhere & at their own pace. This accommodates busy schedules and varying learning speeds. No need to wait for course dates for classroom-based or online training courses and no need to pay travelling expenses & to spend time away paying for hotels & other living expenses. All course materials would be posted & e-mailed to the candidate.

On-Site Training

We also offer on-site training at client company's premises for our shorter courses.

Accreditation

Our courses have accreditation from highly experienced, professionally qualified Chartered Engineers, Materials Engineers, Metallurgists & Welding Technology professionals, with decades of industry experience. The value of our certifications to industry has also been recognised by top organisations & professional bodies.

Recognition from High Profile Organisations, Conformity Assessment Bodies & Professional Institutes

Our training has already empowered professionals from high-profile organisations & professional bodies including Arcelor Mittal, Bourne Steel, J & D Pierce Contracts Ltd, UKRI - Science & Technologies Facilities Council, TAQA Bratani, Moog Aircraft Group, Millar Callaghan Engineering Services Ltd, Professional Lifting Services Ltd, Mueller Europe, WQiC, Harold Newsome Ltd, William Haley Engineering Ltd, RWE Generation UK PLC, TEi Ltd, The Institute of Cast Metal Engineers (ICME), Sulzer and The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC.)

Philip Bralsford Consultancy & Training delivers not only deep industry expertise, but a genuinely personal service rooted in trust, flexibility and technical excellence.

Full-Colour Training Handbooks

A full-colour, comprehensive Training Handbook is also provided on all courses which also serves as a valuable reference after completion of the course.

Excellent Feedback

Example of the recent feedback on our training from our candidates:

'I`d like to say a big thank you for putting together a course that not only has excellent reference books to work from, but also enabled me to study when I had time. I`m sure the books will be put to good use in the future.'

'Our Engineers have found the course and its subject material very informative and helpful as two engineers relatively new to welding. They have also found the material very well presented and easy to follow.'

'The course was in depth to gain knowledge & understanding for a novice in Metallurgy.'

To review all the excellent feedback we have received, please follow the link.

Supportive Environment

Benefit from the support and guidance from professionally qualified & experienced Course Tutors who are industry experts with decades of experience.

OUR RANGE OF COURSE OPTIONS

Our range of course options are listed below.

More information on each course, course fees & how to make a booking can be obtained by clicking on the specific course you are interested in:

MATERIALS ENGINEERING COURSES

METALLURGY COURSES

WELDING TECHNOLOGY & QUALITY MANAGEMENT COURSES

Course Tutor: Philip Bralsford CEng MIMMM MWeldI MMet MBA

Philip is a highly accomplished metallurgist & materials engineer, welding & quality management specialist, with decades of experience in the field. With a strong academic background, including a Master of Metallurgy in Advanced Metallurgy from the University of Sheffield, his career has been marked by significant contributions to leading engineering companies such as British Steel, Sheffield Forgemasters and Corus, where he has played a pivotal role in research, quality control, product development and the implementation of innovative solutions.

Philip's proficiency in metallurgy, materials engineering, welding and quality management, when coupled with his project management skills and leadership abilities, has earned him a reputation as a dedicated and results-driven professional. His commitment to excellence is further evidenced by his certifications and memberships in professional organisations including Chartered Engineer (CEng), The Institute of Materials (MIMMM) & The Welding Institute (MWeldI.)

Philip has also designed and implemented comprehensive training programs for engineers and technicians, focusing on metallurgical techniques, materials engineering, welding, corrosion, steelmaking & steel manufacturing processes and quality control procedures. He has also authored detailed training manuals and documentation, ensuring that team members have access to valuable resources and best practices for their work.

Philip provides training for a number of high-profile clients, including: Arcelor Mittal, The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), UKRI-Science & Technology Facilities Council, The Institute of Cast Metals Engineers (ICME), TAQA Bratani, Building Research Establishment (BRE), Moog Aircraft Group, J & D Pierce Contracts Ltd, Bourne Group Ltd, Mueller Europe, TEi Ltd, Ultra Maritime, William Cook Cast Products, WQiC, Voestalpine Bohler Welding & RWE Generation UK PLC.

Philip has received excellent feedback from the clients & candidates who have undertaken his training. For some of their comments see below:

'I`d like to say a big thank you for putting together a course that not only has excellent reference books to work from, but also enabled me to study when I had time. I`m sure the books will be put to good use in the future.'

'Our Engineers have found the course and its subject material very informative and helpful as two engineers relatively new to welding. They have also found the material very well presented and easy to follow.'

'It's been done in a way that's understandable for people who already have some knowledge and for those who don't, It's learnable and understandable.'

'I think there is very little or almost nothing to improve, as the course is very well designed, built and the Tutor is very experienced.'

'Thank you Philip for your time. I've enjoyed the course a lot and after meeting with you, I've learnt even more about the role of an RWC. Thank you again for your feedback on where we need to be and I will continue to make a great effort to learn more.'

‘I felt the course material was invaluable. I came away with a complete understanding simply because it was written by somebody who clearly understood their subject area. I look forward to studying again with Philip.’

CONTACT US

If you require any further information on any of our courses, please contact our Course Tutor, Philip Bralsford:

- e-mail: philip@philipbralsford.co.uk

- Telephone: +44 (0)114 235 6111
- Mobile: +44 (0)7963 099930

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