Non-Metallic Composite Materials — 10-Day Advanced Program
$9900.00
Non-Metallic Composite Materials — 10-Day Advanced Program
Advanced Engineering, Repair & Field Applications
Duration: 10 Days | Format: Classroom (In-Person) | Level: Foundation to Practitioner | Certification: Certificate of Completion
Course Introduction
Non-metallic composite materials are increasingly used across the oil & gas, water, chemical, marine, and infrastructure sectors as an alternative to traditional metallic systems — offering corrosion resistance, weight savings, and long-term lifecycle value. This ten-day course takes participants from the theoretical foundations of composite materials through to hands-on, workflow-based practice on realistic engineering and repair problems, with extended studio time for design and a full capstone exercise.
The course is built around a practical engineering mindset: understanding constituent materials and manufacturing processes, applying design principles to piping and structural systems, and — most importantly — applying composite repair technology correctly against its governing standards. Material selection, design, repair engineering, installation, and inspection are all covered, supported by worked examples, workshop sessions, and a capstone project.
The course is presented in a vendor-neutral manner so that the principles apply directly across resin, fibre, and repair-system suppliers, while dedicated workshop sessions allow the syllabus to be tailored to the client's own systems and standards. The extended ten-day format allows more in-depth design and repair-engineering practice per topic compared to the standard 5-day course.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Explain the composition, classification, and behaviour of non-metallic and composite materials used in industry
Compare the performance of composites against traditional metallic materials for a given application
Describe common manufacturing processes and how each affects final material quality
Apply the fundamentals of FRP/GRE piping and vessel system design
Explain the principles and governing standards of composite repair for metallic equipment (ASME PCC-2, ISO 24817)
Identify correct installation, QA/QC, and inspection practices for non-metallic and composite systems
Perform basic laminate and repair-design calculations used in composite engineering practice
Evaluate manufacturing defects and their root causes through process and failure analysis
Design a conceptual FRP/GRE piping run and a composite repair scope for a defined defect case
Apply non-destructive testing methods appropriate to composite materials
Assess the sustainability, recycling, and circular-economy considerations of composite materials
Who Should Attend
Mechanical, materials, and reliability engineers specifying or maintaining non-metallic systems
Piping and pipeline engineers evaluating FRP/GRE alternatives to metallic systems
Inspection, QA/QC, and asset-integrity personnel working with composite equipment or repairs
Maintenance, corrosion, and asset-integrity engineers responsible for CUI or corrosion mitigation
Project and procurement engineers sourcing composite materials or repair systems
Technical personnel transitioning into non-metallics and composite-materials roles
A basic background in engineering or materials is recommended; no prior composite-materials experience is required.
Training Methodology
The course combines short theory sessions with extensive guided practice. Each topic is introduced conceptually, demonstrated through worked examples, and then applied by participants to practical design and repair problems. The extended ten-day format adds dedicated workshop sessions across a second week focused on applications, engineering calculations, and a capstone exercise. Delivery blends instructor-led presentation, group workshops, worked case studies, discussion of common pitfalls, and a final capstone review. Pre- and post-course assessments help benchmark learning, and all participants receive a full set of course notes, workshop materials, and reference checklists.
Daily Course Outline
DAY 1 — Introduction to Non-Metallic & Composite Materials
Role of non-metallic materials across industry sectors, and market context
Composite fundamentals: matrix and reinforcement systems
Classification of composites by constituent, form, and application
Composites vs. metals: advantages, limitations, and lifecycle cost view
Hands-on review of sample materials and construction types
DAY 2 — Constituent Materials Deep Dive
Resin chemistry and curing behaviour — epoxy, vinyl ester, polyester, phenolic
Fibre architectures: unidirectional, woven, chopped strand, hybrid layups
Core materials and sandwich construction
Additives, fillers, and their effect on performance
Matching constituent selection to service conditions
DAY 3 — Mechanical Behaviour & Design Principles
Anisotropic behaviour of composite laminates
Introductory laminate theory and ply-orientation effects
Failure theories used in composite design
Safety factors and design margins in composite engineering
Worked example: interpreting a laminate property data sheet
DAY 4 — Manufacturing Processes in Depth
Process walkthrough: hand lay-up, filament winding, pultrusion, RTM, spray-up
Process selection criteria for a given component and volume
Common manufacturing defects and their root causes
In-process quality control practices
Practical session: identifying defects from process photographs/samples
DAY 5 — Standards & Codes Workshop
Applicable ASTM, ISO, ASME, and API standards for composites
How codes govern design, manufacturing, and qualification
Reading and applying a standard to a practical scenario
Workshop: mapping a project specification to applicable standards
Week 1 review and knowledge check
DAY 6 — FRP / GRE Piping System Design
Piping design basis: pressure, temperature, and chemical compatibility
Routing, supports, and thermal-expansion considerations
Joint design and flange selection
Worked design example: sizing and specifying a piping run
Comparative case study: FRP/GRE vs. metallic piping selection
DAY 7 — Composite Pressure Equipment & Structural Applications
Composite pressure vessels and storage tank design considerations
Structural composite applications — platforms, cladding, bridge elements
Marine and offshore composite applications overview
Load cases and design considerations for structural composites
Case studies from oil & gas, marine, and infrastructure projects
DAY 8 — Composite Repair Engineering
ASME PCC-2 Article 4.1 and ISO 24817 — detailed design workshop
Repair-design calculation exercise for a defined defect case
Defect assessment: through-wall vs. non-through-wall repair scope
Repair system selection and qualification requirements
Case studies of composite repair on pipework and equipment
DAY 9 — Installation, QA/QC & NDT Practicum
Guided walkthrough of field installation sequencing
QA/QC checklist workshop and documentation practice
Non-destructive testing methods for composites — UT, thermography, acoustic emission
Common installation defects and how inspection identifies them
In-service monitoring and inspection planning
DAY 10 — Failure Analysis, Sustainability & Capstone
Failure case studies and root-cause analysis of composite in-service failures
Sustainability, recycling, and circular-economy considerations for composites
Capstone exercise: present a conceptual piping design and repair scope
Full course review across both weeks
Final assessment and course close-out
Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by SCI Training and Consultation Center FZE.
