12 Professional Development Hours/1.2 CEUs
Course
Description: The
Die Casting Course provides a basis for communication among the users,
designers, and producers of die castings. Die casting is explained in
terms of the laws of physics that govern the process. Devices, practices
and techniques for optimizing the die casting process are discussed; such
as instrumentation for measuring, controlling, and recording metal flow,
temperature, and pressure.
Overall Course Objectives:
Course Content:
Lesson 1 - Introduction to Die Casting
Objectives:
- Distinguish the difference between the injection molding process and the die casting process.
- Gain an understanding of the die casting process.
- Identify the metals or alloys of metals that die castings are typically made of.
Lesson 2 - Controlling The Process
Objectives:
- Understand the importance of instrumentation and heat flow control that is used in the die casting process.
- Explain the function of a hot oil system.
- Identify techniques used to lubricate the die.
Lesson 3 - Casting Dies and Machines
Objectives:
- Recognize the many features and functions of the die casting die.
- Compare a cold chamber die casting machine to a hot chamber die casting machine.
- Describe the job functions of the accumulator on the die casting machine.
Lesson 4 – Alloys, Defects and Secondary Operations
Objectives:
- Choose alloying elements which are added to help the die casting process or improve the mechanical properties of the castings.
- Recognize the process and metallurgical factors for causing defects in die casting.
- Detect possible hazards in the die casting shop.
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