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Ceramic Basics

The THORS Ceramic Basics course details the characteristics and types of ceramics. Learners are introduced to the mechanical, thermal, electrical, chemical, and optical characteristics of different ceramic materials. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

Learning Hours: 1.5

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Course Description

The THORS Ceramic Basics course details the characteristics and types of ceramics. Learners are introduced to the mechanical, thermal, electrical, chemical, and optical characteristics of different ceramic materials. This course provides learners with an engaging learning experience that allows them to obtain a thorough understanding of the types of ceramics, spanning from traditional to engineered.

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Who will benefit from this ceramics course?

Sales, Purchasing, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Design Engineering

Course Classification

This manufacturing course by THORS eLearning Solutions covers identification of key terms and understanding of key concepts.

*THORS uses the Bloom’s Taxonomy Methodology for our course development.

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Learning Objectives

  1. Gain a broad knowledge of the basics of ceramics.
  2. Classify ceramics based on their characteristics.
  3. Understand the mechanical, thermal, electrical, chemical, and optical characteristics of ceramics.
  4. Differentiate between traditional and engineered ceramics.
  5. Understand the characteristics of engineered ceramics designed for specific applications.
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Table of Contents

  1. Characteristics of Ceramics
    1. Mechanical Characteristics
      1. Hardness
      2. Density
      3. Brittleness
    2. Thermal Characteristics
      1. Resistance to High Temperatures
      2. Resistance to Thermal Shock
      3. Resistance to Thermal Expansion
    3. Electrical Characteristics
      1. Dielectric Strength
      2. Electrical Resistivity
      3. Ferroelectricity
      4. Piezoelectricity
      5. Superconductivity
    4. Chemical Characteristics
      1. Resistance to Acidic Substances
      2. Resistance to Alkaline Substances
      3. Resistance to Humidity
    5. Optical Characteristics
  2. Types of Ceramics
    1. Traditional Ceramics
      1. Earthenware
      2. Stoneware
      3. Porcelain
    2. Engineered Ceramics
      1. Chemistry-Based Ceramics
        1. Oxide Ceramics
        2. Silicate Ceramics
        3. Carbide Ceramics
        4. Nitride Ceramics
      2. Glass-Based Ceramics
      3. Application-Based Ceramics
        1. Bio Ceramics
        2. Automotive Ceramics
        3. Nuclear Ceramics
      4. Advanced Ceramics
        1. Optical Ceramics
        2. Electroceramics
        3. Magnetic Ceramics
        4. Refractory Ceramics
        5. Tribological Ceramics
      5. Technological Advancements in Ceramics

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