Introduction to composite manufacture

The aim of this course is to introduce delegates to the various processes available using composite materials. The course is designed to give people a broad overview of composite materials, including health and safety, reinforcement types, resin systems and the processes currently available. It has been designed to show the typical applications along with the advantages/disadvantages and limitations. The course is classroom based with no practical elements. Topics covered include: • Health and safety • The history and theory of a composite • Matrix materials, reinforcement materials • Fabric types • Lay up specification • Processing overview • Sandwich panels and core material