Course in Additive Manufacturing of Discrete Parts
Online 300 h course in additive manufacturing of discrete parts. 6 modules covering ISO/ASTM 52900 (additive manufacturing, terminology), ISO/ASTM 52901 (requirements for parts made by additive manufacturing) and Materialise Magics. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Differentiate additive manufacturing of end-use parts from prototyping.
Design parts for the additive process and its post-processing.
Select and qualify polymeric and metallic materials.
Plan production and thermal, mechanical and surface post-processing.
Establish a dimensional and mechanical quality control plan.
Define the usage limits of additive parts in historic vehicles.
Develop an end-use part by additive manufacturing.
Who it's for
- Additive manufacturing engineer wishing to specialise in Additive Manufacturing of Discrete Parts.
- Post-processing technician wishing to specialise in Additive Manufacturing of Discrete Parts.
- Quality manager for additive parts wishing to specialise in Additive Manufacturing of Discrete Parts.
- Designer for additive manufacturing wishing to specialise in Additive Manufacturing of Discrete Parts.
- Manufacturer of period spare parts wishing to specialise in Additive Manufacturing of Discrete Parts.
- Metallurgy technician wishing to specialise in Additive Manufacturing of Discrete Parts.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter additive manufacturing.
What you'll work with
- ISO/ASTM 52900 (additive manufacturing, terminology)
- ISO/ASTM 52901 (requirements for parts made by additive manufacturing)
- ISO/ASTM 52904 (metal powder bed fusion for critical applications)
- ISO/ASTM 52920 (qualification principles in additive manufacturing)
- ASTM F2924 (Ti-6Al-4V by powder bed fusion)
- ISO/ASTM 52910 (design guidelines for additive manufacturing)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Difference from prototyping1.2Which parts are suitable for additive manufacturing1.3Functional requirements of the part1.4Technologies for final parts1.5Technical plastics and metals1.6Sintering and metal fusion1.7External manufacturing services1.8Realistic cost and lead time1.9Standards and liability1.10Workshop: selection criteria for candidate parts
2.1Wall thicknesses and layer orientation2.2Material anisotropy2.3Radii, draft angles and overhangs2.4Joint and thread design2.5Metal inserts and their housings2.6Achievable tolerances2.7Machining allowance for subsequent machining2.8Lightweighting and internal structures2.9Design review before printing2.10Practice: redesigning a part for additive manufacturing
3.1Declared and actual mechanical properties3.2Service temperature3.3Resistance to oils and fuels3.4Resistance to ultraviolet radiation and ageing3.5Moisture absorption3.6Fatigue behaviour3.7Coupon testing3.8Material data sheet3.9Documented selection3.10Practice: testing coupons of two materials
4.1Preparing the build file4.2Process parameters4.3Batch control4.4Support removal and cleaning4.5Annealing heat treatments4.6Machining of functional surfaces4.7Sealing and waterproofing4.8Cosmetic finishing4.9Part marking4.10Practice: producing a short series
5.1Visual inspection for defects5.2Dimensional control5.3Density and porosity5.4Functional testing of the part5.5Series sampling5.6Acceptance criteria5.7Batch recording and traceability5.8Rework and scrap5.9Quality report5.10Practice: control plan for a series
6.1Parts that should not be made this way6.2Customer declaration and marking6.3Warranty and expected service life6.4In-service part monitoring6.5Intellectual property of the model6.6Sale of parts and legal obligations6.7Cost per part and break-even point6.8Common mistakes and known failures6.9Documented real cases6.10Final project: additive manufacturing file for a part
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Materialise Magics, Autodesk Netfabb, Ansys Additive, SolidWorks, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for orientation and supports of a metal part, thermal and machining post-processing, dimensional inspection and coupon testing. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Differentiate additive manufacturing of end-use parts from prototyping.
Design parts for the additive process and its post-processing.
Select and qualify polymeric and metallic materials.
Plan production and thermal, mechanical and surface post-processing.
Establish a dimensional and mechanical quality control plan.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical standards reading.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 300 hours spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
You work with Materialise Magics, Autodesk Netfabb, Ansys Additive and SolidWorks. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM own diploma on passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area can be credited towards the advanced programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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