About
The ASTM Professional Certificate Course in Additive Manufacturing is comprised of 8 modules that cover all the general concepts of the AM process chain.
This course will equip attendees with core technical knowledge related to common AM practices and will allow them to earn a General AM Certificate that will serve as the foundation for the role-based certificate courses offered by ASTM AM CoE. Attendees will complete a multiple-choice exam upon course completion.
Who Should Attend?
Whether you are just stepping into AM or if you have experience and are looking to advance your knowledge and stay relevant, this course is for you. The course is recommended for technicians, managers, engineers, and other individuals from government agencies, industry, and academia with any level of AM experience.
Why Sign Up for This Course?
- Gain core foundational technical knowledge covering the entire AM process chain
- Stand out in the industry with ASTM E2659-18-compliant certificate from the globally recognized ASTM AM CoE
- Chart your own path: This course is the first step toward multiple AM CoE role-based certificates
- Each module taught by experts from academia, industry, national labs, and regulatory bodies
- EARN A DIGITAL BADGE after successful completion of this course. These badges are an innovative way to showcase career knowledge, skills, and abilities obtained through professional development. Add the badges to your digital portfolios or share on social and professional networks.
Course attendees interested in receiving 3.2 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) should complete a CEU application form. A certificate will be sent electronically to the attendee approximately 1-2 weeks following successful completion of the exam.
Course Schedule
This course will features experts across the field of additive manufacturing to provide a comprehensive course covering all of the general concepts of the AM process chain to its attendees.
Day 1 | April 11, 2023
| 8:30 AM | Badge pick up |
| 9:00 AM | Module 1: Terminology and AM Process Overview Instructor: Dave Bourell, UT Austin |
| 11:00 AM | Module 2: AM Feedstock Instructor: Tony Thornton, Micromeritics |
| 1:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 2:00 PM | Module 3: Design and Simulation Instructor: Nicholas Meisel, Penn State University |
| 5:00 PM | Day 1 ends |
Day 2 | April 12, 2023
| 8:00 AM | Module 4: AM Safety Instructor: Francois Richard, P&W Canada |
| 10:00 AM | Module 5: Non-Destructive Evaluation Instructor: Howard Jones, Aesir Metallurgical and Additive |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 1:00 PM | Module 6: AM Metrology and Post-Processing Instructors: Adam Thompson, University of Nottingham and Olaf Diegel, Wohlers Associates/University of Auckland |
| 5:00 PM | Day 2 ends |
Day 3 | April 13, 2023
| 8:00 AM | Module 7: Mechanical Testing Instructors: Nima Shamsaei, Auburn University and Rachael Andrulonis/Royal Lovingfoss, WSU-NIAR |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 1:00 PM | Module 8: Qualification and Certification - Part 2 Instructors: Doug Wells, NASA and Michael Gorelik, FAA |
| 3:30 PM | Day 3 ends |
Day 4 | April 14, 2023
| 8:00 AM | Module 8: Qualification and Certification - Part 1 Instructor: Jeph Ruppert, 3D Systems |
| 12:00 PM | Day 4 ends |
Instructors/Content Development Team
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Micromeritics
Tony Thornton
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University of Texas, Austin
Dave Bourrel
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Auburn University
Nima Shamsaei
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WSU-NIAR
Rachael Andrulonis
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P&W Canada
Francois Richard
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WSU-NIAR
Royal Lovingfoss
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NASA
Doug Wells
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FAA
Michael Gorelik
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University of Nottingham
Adam Thompson
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Wohlers Associates/University of Auckland
Olaf Diegel
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Penn State University
Nicholas Meisel
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3D Systems
Jeph Ruppert
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Aesirmet
Howard Jones
Technical Chairs
| Dr. Nima Shamsaei | Auburn University |
| Dr. Khalid Rafi | ASTM International |
| Dr. Mohsen Seifi | ASTM International |
Travel
Recommended Hotels
- Huntsville Marriott at the Space and Rocket Center
- 5 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites
- 5101 Governors House Drive SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
- Hilton Garden Inn Huntsville/Space Center
- 4801 Governors House Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
- Drury Inn & Suites Huntsville at the Space & Rocket Center
- 93 Wynn Drive NW, Huntsville, AL 35805
Register
This event is open for registration. The fees are listed below.
Early-bird Registration (before March 1, 2023)
| Non-Members | $1,699.00 |
| ASTM Members | $1,599.00 |
Regular Rate (after March 1, 2023)
| Non-Members | $1,799.00 |
| ASTM Members | $1,699.00 |
Group discounts apply! Please contact amcoe@astm.org for more information
If you have questions concerning online registration, please contact AM CoE at amcoe@astm.org.
