Certificate Exam Description
For any individual who has already taken the THORS castings and materials courses or is well-versed in the covered topics, THORS offers the Green Sand Molding for Aluminum Foundries Certificate Exam Only. This exam assesses knowledge on the equipment, processes, and general terminology associated with aluminum melting and casting foundries. Examinees are also tested on the properties, chemistry, casting grades, processes, and common defects associated with casting aluminum components. The topics pertaining to the science of producing quality green sand are also assessed, including the various properties, equipment, processes, process optimization, controlling variables, monitoring, and interpreting data such as common green sand related defects. Examinees are tested on the fundamental terminology used in engineering drawings for casting products along with the design parameters of the mold that impact casting quality. The common concepts and terminology involved in modern heat treating operations, safety tips, and best practices along with the equipment and terminology associated with destructive metallurgical testing are assessed.
The exam consists of 60 questions that must be answered within 60 minutes.
Looking for all necessary course material required to successfully complete this Certificate Exam? Alternatively, purchase the Green Sand Molding for Aluminum Foundries Certificate of Completion Program which includes this Certificate Exam for free.
Upon successful completion of this Certificate Exam, the learner will receive an official Certificate of Completion from
The University of Akron.
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