Comprehensive composite materials training covering fibre‑reinforced polymers, matrix systems, manufacturing processes, mechanical behaviour, failure modes, testing methods and real‑world industrial applications. Designed for engineers, inspectors and technical managers who need practical, industry‑focused understanding of composite materials to support manufacturing, fabrication, quality control and design‑related decision‑making. 

COURSE OVERVIEW

A course certificate that proves real industry competence.

This course provides candidates with fundamental knowledge, skills & understanding on the  structures, properties, manufacture, inspection, testing, applications & joining of composite materials and the structure and properties of their constituent materials including Metals; Ceramics; Carbons and Polymers.

Book on this course if you want a clear, practical understanding of composite materials — how they’re made, how they behave, how they fail and how to use them confidently in engineering applications. 

This is a practical, engineering‑grade composite‑materials course for working professionals — deeper than commercial seminars, more accessible than university and far more useful than OEM‑specific training.

Our courses set the standard for technical training in the metals, welding & materials engineering industries. Since 2013 we have trained more than 700 candidates on Metallurgy, Welding, Materials Engineering & Quality Management courses.

Modern engineering now relies heavily on composites:

• Aerospace structures

• Automotive lightweighting

• Wind turbine blades

• Marine structures

• Pressure vessels

• Sporting goods

• Infrastructure strengthening

Flexible Self Study Learning

The course is completed by self study, which means candidates can start and progress through the training at anytime, anywhere & at their own pace. 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. 

Full-Colour Training Handbook

Candidates also receive a comprehensive, full-colour Training Handbook that serves as both a course guide and a valuable reference tool after completion of the course.

No Prior Knowledge Required 

The course is ideal for candidates at all levels including those new to composite materials as no specific qualification entry requirements are required. 

Tutor Support

Candidates also have the support of a Course Tutor as they progress through the course.

COURSE STRUCTURE

Introduction

The course opens by defining composite materials and outlining the scope of the course. Composites are presented as engineered combinations of two or more distinct materials designed to achieve superior mechanical, thermal, or chemical performance.

Atoms, Compounds & Types of Chemical Bonding 

This chapter establishes the chemical and atomic foundations needed to understand composite constituents. It covers atomic structure, compounds and the major bonding types—ionic, covalent, and metallic—highlighting how bonding influences material behaviour.

Constituent Materials: Metals, Alloys & Ceramics

The chapter reviews the key properties of metals and alloys, including crystalline structure and mechanical behaviour. It then introduces ceramics, covering glasses, refractories and abrasives, emphasising their high‑temperature stability, hardness and brittleness.

Constituent Materials: Carbons 

A detailed overview of carbon‑based materials used in advanced composites:

• Diamond

• Graphite

• Fullerenes

• Graphene

• Carbon nanotubes  

These materials are highlighted for their exceptional stiffness, thermal conductivity and electrical properties.

Constituent Materials: Polymers

This chapter explains polymer chemistry and structure, including semi‑crystalline polymers, monomers and polymerisation, copolymers and molecular shapes.

It distinguishes thermoplastics from thermosets, reviews tensile behaviour and introduces major polymer groups: plastics, elastomers, aramid fibres and adhesives.

Composite Materials: Characteristics, Properties, Manufacture, Inspection, Testing & Applications

This comprehensive chapter covers the full landscape of composite materials.

Composites are classified into:

• Particle‑reinforced composites (large‑particle systems, cermets, concrete, dispersion‑strengthened alloys such as Thoria‑dispersed nickel)

• Fibre‑reinforced composites (GFRP, CFRP, aramid, basalt)

Fibre‑Reinforced Composites:

• Specific strength & modulus

• Fibre length (continuous vs discontinuous)

• Fibre orientation & anisotropy

• Modulus calculations

Composite Matrix Types:

• Polymer matrix composites (thermosets, thermoplastics)

• Metal matrix composites (MMCs)

• Ceramic matrix composites (CMCs)

• Structural composites (laminar systems)

• Nanocomposites, including nanocarbons

The chapter also covers fabrication and processing methods, mechanical testing, inspection techniques and joining methods for composite structures.

ASSESSMENT & CERTIFICATION

Candidates are assessed on the course by continuous Assessments which are e-mailed to the candidate. Completed Assessments are then e-mailed to the Course Tutor for marking. Candidates who achieve the required standard on the Assessments will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement in  'THE FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPOSITE MATERIALS' & CPD 15 HOURS.

COURSE FEES & SELF STUDY BOOKING FORM FOR CANDIDATES

Start & learn when it suits you — flexible learning for job‑ready Composite Materials knowledge & skills!

With our flexible, self study courses, candidates can start and progress through the training at anytime, anywhere & at their own pace. 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. 

Total estimated Self Study time required to complete the course is 15 Hours. 

All course materials would be posted & e-mailed to the candidate. 

Candidates also receive a comprehensive, full-colour Training Handbook that serves as both a course guide and a valuable reference tool after completion of the course. 

Candidates also have the support of a Course Tutor as they progress through the course.

Course Fees: £750 per person inclusive of a full-colour Training Handbook & all Assessment & Certification fees.

To make a booking, please follow the link to download & complete a booking form.

BENEFITS OF OUR TRAINING

1. Flexible Self Study Learning: With self study, candidates can start and progress through the training at anytime, anywhere & at their own pace. 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.

2. Accredited Certifications: Our courses have accreditation from highly experienced, professionally accredited Chartered Engineers (CEng), Materials Engineers, Metallurgists (MIMMM) & Welding Technologists (MWeldI), with decades of industry experience.

3. Recognition from Leading Organisations & Professional Bodies: We have trained more than 700 candidates on our courses including professionals from leading 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; Murphy Group; Professional Lifting Services Ltd; Mclaren Automotive; Mueller Europe; WQiC; Harold Newsome Ltd; HyTen Chatham; William Haley Engineering Ltd; RWE Generation UK PLC; TEi Ltd; The Institute of Cast Metal Engineers (ICME); Sulzer; Thames Reinforcements and The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC.)

4. Career Advancement: The training is designed to enhance candidates' career prospects by increasing their technical knowledge, skills, and understanding. 

5. Industry-Relevant: Developed by academic & industry experts ensures that the content is both academically rigorous and practically relevant. 

6. Excellent Feedback: Our courses has received excellent feedback from the candidates who have completed them, highlighting their effectiveness in developing knowledge, skills and understanding. To review their comments, please follow the link.

7. Comprehensive Curriculum: The course ensures participants gain a solid understanding of the key composite materials concepts.

ON-SITE TRAINING

We also offer this course for on-site presentation at your premises over 2-days. If you are interested in this option, please Contact Us for a quotation.

COURSE PACKAGE FOR TRAINING PROVIDERS

Are you a training provider looking to grow your technical training course offerings quickly, professionally and with proven industry impact? 

If so, we offer for purchase this course as a course package, which includes all the course materials required to enable you deliver industry-leading technical training courses. 

Course materials you will receive for this course package: 

1. Course Presentation: (in Microsoft PowerPoint format.) The presentation also provides the basis for producing a Training Handbook for the course.

2. Covers & Contents: For use when producing a Training Handbook.

3. Course Assessments & Model Answers. Including a marking scheme.

All course materials are written in English and are supplied in ‘Microsoft PowerPoint', 'Microsoft Word' or ‘Adobe Acrobat pdf' format. 

All course materials would be supplied without any branding and are editable to enable you to apply your own company name / logos / branding.

Total estimated time to deliver the training 15 hours.

For a quotation to purchase the course package, please Contact Us.