Non-Destructive Testing Fundamentals
Master the principles of non-destructive testing for evaluating materials and structures across industries without causing damage.
Master the principles of non-destructive testing for evaluating materials and structures across industries without causing damage.
This comprehensive course introduces the fundamental principles of non-destructive testing (NDT), a critical technique used across aerospace, defense, oil and gas, and automotive industries. Students learn about mechanical properties, linear fracture mechanics, and various testing procedures for materials and structures. The curriculum covers essential topics including elasticity, wave propagation, and inspection reliability, complemented by real-world case studies. Through practical applications and simulations, students gain hands-on experience in field inspection and monitoring of civil materials and structures.
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What you'll learn
Understand materials and structure failure modes and mechanisms
Select appropriate NDT methods for various testing scenarios
Master data acquisition and signal visualization techniques
Interpret and report NDT testing results effectively
Apply NDT principles to real-world inspection scenarios
Evaluate inspection reliability and method selection criteria
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides comprehensive coverage of non-destructive testing fundamentals, essential for evaluating material and structural integrity across various industries. The curriculum explores failure mechanisms, elasticity, fracture mechanics, and wave propagation concepts. Students learn about different NDT methods, data acquisition techniques, and result interpretation. The course includes practical case studies and simulations to demonstrate real-world applications in structural health monitoring and materials testing.
Introduction to Non-Destructive Testing
Module 1
Elasticity and Fracture Mechanics
Module 2
Viscosity and Rheology
Module 3
Wave Propagation
Module 4
NDT Methods and Selection
Module 5
Fee Structure
Instructors
Advanced Materials and AI Engineering Researcher
Guangshuai Han is a Ph.D. student in Civil Engineering at Purdue University, having completed his bachelor's degree from Harbin Institute of Technology, China. As an interdisciplinary researcher, he focuses on solving advanced materials and sensing challenges in engineering through AI technology. His research spans multiple areas including flexible electronic materials, molecular dynamics simulations, structural health monitoring, and AI-guided advanced material exploration and design, with particular emphasis on developing piezoelectric sensors for civil engineering applications
Pioneering Engineering Professor Leading Smart Infrastructure Innovation
Luna Lu is a distinguished ACPA Professor at Purdue University's Lyles School of Civil Engineering, where she serves as the founding director of the Center for Intelligent Infrastructure (CII) and holds a courtesy appointment in the School of Materials Engineering. Her groundbreaking research focuses on developing novel nanomaterials and devices for energy harvesting and sensing applications, resulting in over 100 peer-reviewed publications, 2 books, 6 book chapters, and multiple patents. A recipient of the prestigious 2014 NSF CAREER Award, Professor Lu has successfully commercialized several technologies from her research lab, establishing companies based on her innovations. Beyond her academic achievements, she maintains a balanced life, enjoying activities like playing LEGO with her daughter, reading biographies of tech leaders, playing piano, and hiking. Her work has garnered significant media attention and established her as a leading figure in intelligent infrastructure development, bridging the gap between academic research and practical engineering applications.
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