Introduction to Refractories Training Course
eLearning course
Duration: 2-3 hours | Learner level: Beginner
This foundational course provides a comprehensive overview of refractory materials, their role in high-temperature industrial processes and the principles behind their design and application. Participants will gain an understanding of the refractory value chain, from raw materials to finished products, and explore the critical factors that influence performance and durability.
This course serves as preliminary content to support our intermediate, in-person Refractory Materials and Applications Training, delivered on-site at the AMRICC Centre and Lucideon in Staffordshire. The intermediate course features live demonstrations of the state-of-the-art facilities within the Refractories Centre of Excellence at Lucideon, providing practical experience to complement the theoretical foundation built in this introductory programme. When you purchase this eLearning course, you receive a discount code for £50 off this in-person Refractory Materials and Application Training.
Learning outcomes
- Explain what refractories are and their role in high-temperature applications.
- Identify different types of refractories, shaped and unshaped and their typical applications.
- To understand raw materials used in refractories - their origins, properties and functions.
- To understand the key considerations for formulating refractory materials.
- Describe key quality control tests and standards for refractory materials.
- Understand the drying and firing processes and their impact on refractory performance.
- Explain how refractories are affected by chemical attack, slags and molten metals.
- Understand the principles of thermal, mechanical and chemical design and the considerations when designing refractories.
Skills obtained
- Problem solving
- Quality control
- Analytical skills
- Design considerations
- Knowledge of refractory properties and applications
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes for refractories
Who will benefit?
This course is ideal for engineers, material scientists, plant operators, maintenance personnel, and technical professionals involved in the selection, design, testing, installation or performance of refractory materials.
The course has been designed for those new to the refractories industry, professionals with limited experience or individuals seeking a career change or refresher. This course provides a solid understanding of refractory materials - their performance, quality control and design for industrial processes.
What is included?
- Access to 3 hours worth of eLearning content developed by Lucideon experts.
- 12 months of access to the eLearning course, which you can revisit anytime. Your progress is saved via your access link, so you can complete the training at your own pace without needing to finish in one sitting.
Course registration
Our training courses are delivered by The AMRICC Academy, a training service provided by The AMRICC Centre, which is hosted and managed by Lucideon.
» Purchase this course on the AMRICC Academy website