For some courses, a more detailed description may be available, accessible by clicking on the course number. All course descriptions are updated periodically. Introduction to metallurgical concepts, metallurgical testing, phase diagram studies, heat treating concepts, ferrous and nonferrous systems.
Primary emphasis is placed on machine tool processes.
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