Course Introduction
Mechanical equipment and systems frequently operate under demanding service conditions, including exposure to corrosive, hazardous, or even lethal substances. Many systems function at elevated temperatures and pressures, where degradation mechanisms can progressively weaken materials over time. If such deterioration is not identified, evaluated, and managed at the right stage, it can lead to severe equipment failure, resulting in major safety incidents, operational disruption, and significant loss of assets.
To mitigate these risks, degradation mechanisms such as fracture, corrosion, erosion, fatigue, and creep must be carefully considered during the design and operational phases. This is achieved through appropriate materials selection, corrosion allowances, protective control measures, and engineering safeguards that ensure equipment remains within its design limits. In some cases, repair, modification, or complete replacement of equipment may be required to maintain integrity and reliability throughout its service life.
This Materials Selection and Failure Analysis Training Course emphasizes the importance of systematic inspection and assessment of mechanical equipment. Participants will gain insight into detecting damage, characterizing its severity, and evaluating its impact on equipment integrity, including the application of Fitness-for-Service assessments. The course also explores methods for restoring and maintaining systems in a serviceable condition through inspection, servicing, repair, and condition verification.
A core objective of this Failure Analysis Training Course is to build a clear understanding of material behavior, damage mechanisms, and preventive strategies. By linking materials selection principles with real-world failure modes, participants will be better equipped to enhance equipment availability, extend service life, and maintain safe and reliable operations.
This COPEX Materials Selection and Failure Analysis Training Course will feature:
- Study of mechanical faults affecting industrial equipment
- Failure modes such as fracture, fatigue, corrosion, and high-temperature creep
- Materials types and selection for various operating environments
- Condition monitoring, trending, and performance evaluation
- Overview of non-destructive testing and fault-finding techniques