Course Overview

Learning Objectives

• Identify the different plastics and composites and their applications
• State the specificities, advantages, and disadvantages of plastic and composite materials
• State the different processing processes, as well as their advantages and limitations
• Be able to propose a study of replacing parts currently made of metal with plastic or composite parts (advantages/disadvantages).

Teaching Methods

• Teaching method alternating theory and practice through tutorials.

Targeted Skills

• Be a proactive force in the initiation of the feasibility of plastic and composite parts. Composites
• Have a critical eye regarding the choice of materials as well as existing or new implementation processes in the company
• Be aware of the environmental impact of manufacturing or using plastic or composite parts

Assessment Methods

• Assessment of acquired knowledge during training

Trainer Profile

• Expert technical trainers in the field of polymers and composites, with industrial experience and working in consulting and technical assistance assignments in companies.

Personnel concerned

• Technicians and engineers from design and methods offices, as well as all those (technical sales, Buyers, quality control personnel) who wish to have basic knowledge of plastics and composite materials.

Prerequisites

• None