Comprehensive mechanical testing training covering tensile, impact, hardness, bend, fracture, fatigue and creep testing, plus stress–strain behaviour, deformation theory and interpretation of results. Designed for engineers, inspectors and technical managers who need practical, industry‑focused understanding of mechanical properties to support manufacturing, fabrication, welding qualification and materials‑related decision‑making. 

COURSE OVERVIEW

This Mechanical Testing & Mechanical Properties of Engineering Materials training course provides candidates with comprehensive knowledge, skills & understanding on the mechanical testing methods & the mechanical properties of engineering materials.

The course also includes a review of the applicable international standards for each test.

It is an engineering‑focused mechanical‑testing course that teaches professionals how to interpret tensile, impact, hardness, bend and fracture results — and understand what they mean for material behaviour, weld quality and structural performance. 

The course has been developed by academic & industry experts, with professional accreditation in metallurgy & materials engineering, which ensures that the content is both academically rigorous and practically relevant. 

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

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 mechanical testing 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

The course covers the following mechanical testing methods & mechanical properties and includes stress‑strain and deformation theory including elastic, plastic and fracture behaviour.

MECHANICAL TESTING METHODS

• Tensile Testing

• Flexural Testing

• Compression Testing

• Charpy V Notch Impact test

• Drop Weight Test

• Drop Weight Tear Testing 

• Fracture Toughness Testing

• Proof Testing

• Fatigue Testing

• Hardness Testing

• Creep & Stress Rupture Testing

• Weld Testing - Bend Test & Fracture Test

• Metals Certification to BS EN 10204

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

• TENSILE & COMPRESSIVE YIELD STRENGTH

• TENSILE & COMPRESSIVE ULTIMATE STRENGTH

• PROOF STRENGTH

• DUCTILITY

• PLASTIC STRAIN RATIO

• STRAIN HARDENING EXPONENT

• FLEXURAL STRENGTH

• CHARPY IMPACT TOUGHNESS 

• FRACTURE APPEARANCE TRANSITION TEMPERATURE (FATT)

• LATERAL EXPANSION

• NIL DUCTILITY TRANSITION TEMPERATURE (NDTT)

• FRACTURE TOUGHNESS (K1C; CTOD; J) 

• FATIGUE STRENGTH

• FATIGUE LIMIT

• CREEP STRENGTH

• STRESS RUPTURE STRENGTH

• HARDNESS (VICKERS; KNOOP; BRINELL; ROCKWELL.)

ASSESSMENT & CERTIFICATION

Candidates are assessed on the course by an End of Course Assessment which is 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 Assessment will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement in  'MECHANICAL TESTING & MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF ENGINEERING MATERIALS' & CPD 15 HOURS.

COURSE FEES & SELF STUDY BOOKING FORM FOR CANDIDATES

Start & learn when it suits you — flexible learning for job‑ready Mechanical Testing & Mechanical Properties 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 have received excellent feedback from 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,  This is a comprehensive course that covers a wide range of mechanical tests & mechanical properties. 

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.