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ICT - Information on Composites Technologies

Designed for Aviation / Automotive / Marine / Industrial FRP Managers, Supervisors, Technicians, Purchasing agents and related support personnel, this three day training program provides an exceptional overview of Advanced Composites Technology.

Topics covered in this 3-day course

• applications of composite materials in modern aircraft / automotive & marine structures
  
• carbon fibre, aramid, boron, glass, basalt & spectra fiber materials
  
• resin systems – epoxy, polyester, vinylester, phenolics and pre-preg systems.
  
• core materials – metal, plastics, carbon and aramid cores.
  
• adhesives – thixotropic bonding paste, epoxies, etc.
  
• basic laminate design, understanding the essential theory behind the function and construction of a fibre laminate composite structure!
  
• health and safety considerations for any person or engaged in composites operations
  
• shop practices and quality control methods.
  
• vacuum bagging, various repair methodologies demonstrating state of the art equipment
  
• damage assessment and NDI methods for detecting flaws in composites laminates.

Prerequisites: Prior composites experience or training is not required.

Certification:

FAA – Federal Aviation Administration acceptable towards Inspection Authorization IA Renewal Training