THE FUNDAMENTALS OF STEELMAKING & STEEL MANUFACTURING PROCESSES - CPD TRAINING COURSE

From ore to order—master the fundamentals of steelmaking and steel manufacture! - No Prior Knowledge Required & Flexible Distance Learning

The course is suitable for candidates at all levels, including those new to steelmaking & steel manufacturing, as no specific qualification entry requirements are needed. Anyone with passion and curiosity can access this world-class steel education—regardless of academic background. 

This course is also offered for completion by flexible distance learning, so candidates can start and progress through the training at anytime, anywhere & at their own pace. No need to wait for course dates for classroom-based or online training courses and no need to pay travelling expenses & to spend time away paying for hotels & other living expenses.

COURSE OVERVIEW

Forge your future in one of the world’s most essential industries by completing our Fundamentals of Steelmaking & Steel Manufacturing Processes Course! Here's why diving into the study of steelmaking & steel manufacturing is a game-changer:

1. Discover the Heart of Modern Infrastructure: Steel underpins the world we live in—from towering skyscrapers to intricate machinery. By mastering steelmaking, you’ll understand the processes behind creating the material that shapes our lives.

2. Master Advanced Techniques: Gain in-depth knowledge of crucial steelmaking methods, from Blast Furnace operations to cutting-edge Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) technology and learn how innovation is revolutionising the industry.

3. Shape a Greener Tomorrow: Steel is essential for sustainability initiatives, including renewable energy infrastructure and eco-friendly transportation. Understand the challenges and advancements in producing cleaner, greener steel.

4. Elevate Your Career: Steelmaking expertise is in high demand in industries like construction, automotive, aerospace and energy. This knowledge gives you a competitive edge and unlocks countless opportunities for growth.

5. Engage with Industry Experts: Learn directly from professionals with years of experience, practical insights and real-world case studies. This is more than just a course—it’s a doorway to joining a community of steelmaking innovators.

Steel has been the backbone of progress for centuries. Now it’s your turn to shape the future of this transformative material.

Enrol today and become the architect of tomorrow’s world—one molten pour at a time!

WHO SHOULD COMPLETE THE COURSE?

This is a comprehensive course which is ideal for:

🔹 Manufacturing personnel, engineers, quality professionals, metallurgists, inspectors, technicians & anyone else in the metals, welding, materials & engineering industries looking to increase their technical knowledge & understanding on steelmaking & steel manufacturing processes.

🔹 Trainees / new starters / apprentices who are looking to increase their knowledge, skills & understanding in steelmaking & steel manufacturing processes when undertaking a new role in the steel industry.

The course is applicable to a wide range of industry sectors including:

🔺 OIL & GAS 

🔺 AEROSPACE

🔺 AUTOMOTIVE

🔺CHEMICAL

🔺POWER GENERATION INCLUDING NUCLEAR

🔺HEAVY ENGINEERING

🔺CONSTRUCTION

🔺FOOD & DRINK

🔺DEFENCE

WHY CHOOSE OUR TRAINING?

Our training offers an excellent choice for the following reasons:

1. Comprehensive Curriculum: This is a comprehensive course. A complete list of topics covered on the course is shown further down the page under the heading: 'COURSE CONTENT.'

2. Distance Learning: The course is offered as a distance learning, self-study training course, making it accessible to candidates regardless of their location.

3. Flexible Learning: Candidates can start and progress through the training at anytime, anywhere & at their own pace. No need to wait for course dates for classroom-based or online training courses and no need to pay travelling expenses & to spend time away paying for hotels & other living expenses.

4. On-Site Training. We also offer on-site training at your premises for this course. Please Contact Us for a quotation.

5. No Prior Knowledge Required: The course is suitable for candidates at all levels, including those new to steelmaking & steel manufacturing, as no specific qualification entry requirements are needed. Anyone with passion and curiosity can access world-class steelmaking education—regardless of academic background. 

6. Industry-Relevant: Developed by professionally qualified metallurgists and industry experts, the course ensures that the content is both academically rigorous and practically relevant. The prominent academic & professional profile of our Course Tutor is shown below under the heading 'Course Tutor: Philip Bralsford CEng MIMMM MWeldI MMet MBA .'

7. Excellent Feedback: Our courses have received excellent feedback from candidates who have completed them, highlighting their effectiveness in developing knowledge, skills, and understanding. To review their comments, please follow the link.

8. Career Advancement: The training is designed to enhance your career prospects by increasing your technical knowledge, skills, and understanding. 

9. Supportive Environment: Benefit from the support and guidance from professionally qualified & experienced Course Tutors who are industry experts with decades of experience.

10. Full-Colour Training Handbook: Participants receive a comprehensive, full-colour training handbook that serves as both a course guide and a valuable reference tool after completion.

11. Accredited Certifications: Our courses have accreditation from highly experienced, professionally qualified Metallurgists Materials Engineers & welding experts, with decades of industry experience. The value of our certifications to industry has also been recognised by top organisations & professional bodies.

12. Proven Success: Our training has empowered professionals from high-profile organisations & professional bodies including Arcelor Mittal, Bourne Steel, J & D Pierce Contracts Ltd, UKRI - Science & Technologies Facilities Council, TAQA Bratani, Moog Aircraft Group, WQiC, RWE Generation UK PLC, The Institute of Cast Metal Engineers, Sulzer and The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC.)

DISTANCE LEARNING SELF STUDY TRAINING COURSE

Our distance learning, self study training course provides a cost-effective & flexible route for candidates to start & progress through the training at anytime, anywhere & at their own pace.

Total estimated self study time required to complete the course is 15 hours. 

The start date  for the training would follow receipt of payment of the course fees. 

All course materials would be posted & e-mailed to the candidate, including a comprehensive, full-colour training handbook which is posted & which serves as an excellent reference document following completion of the training. There are also links to instructional videos to explain some of the concepts presented in the course.

To complete the course, the candidate works through the Training Handbook. During their progression through the course, the candidate also has the option to request a tutorial session with the course tutor of up to 2 hours duration. The aim of the session, which would be arranged online or by phone, would be to review any issues the candidate may have on their understanding of the course material.

ON-SITE TRAINING 

We also offer on-site training at your premises for this course. Please Contact Us for a quotation.

CERTIFICATION

Candidates are assessed on the training by an ASSESSMENT and those who achieve the required standard will be awarded a CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT & CPD 15 HOURS.

SELF STUDY COURSE BOOKING FORM

Course Fees: £750 per person, inclusive of a comprehensive, full colour Training Handbook & all Assessment & Certification fees.

Please click on the LINK to download and complete the SELF STUDY booking form if you would like to make a booking, or Contact Us if you require any further information. 

COURSE CONTENT

§  WHAT IS STEEL?

§  IMPORTANCE OF PRODUCT STANDARDS IN THE MANUFACTURE OF STEEL PRODUCTS:

§  BS EN ISO TERMINOLOGY

§  ASTM / ASME TERMINOLOGY

§  UNS NUMBERING SYSTEM

§  DEFINITION OF STEELMAKING

§  PRIMARY STEELMAKING:

§  FROM IRON ORE: BLAST FURNACE (BF) & BASIC OXYGEN STEELMAKING (BOS) PROCESSES

§  FROM SCRAP: ELECTRIC ARC FURNACE (EAF) PROCESS

§  DEVELOPMENTS IN LOW CARBON EMISSIONS STEELMAKING: 'GREEN' STEELMAKING

§  COMPARISON OF QUALITY BETWEEN BF / BOS PROCESSED STEEL & EAF PROCESSED STEEL

§  BENEFITS OF SECONDARY STEELMAKING PROCESSING:

§  DEOXIDATION

§  ALLOYING ADDITIONS

§  TEMPERATURE CONTROL

§  INCLUSION FLOTATION & REMOVAL

§  VACUUM TREATMENT & REMOVAL OF DISSOLVED GASES (HYDROGEN & NITROGEN) 

§  HYDROGEN & HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT

§  SULPHUR REMOVAL

§  CARBON REMOVAL

§  HIGH INTEGRITY MELTING PROCESSES: VACUUM INDUCTION MELTING (VIM)

§  STAINLESS STEEL STEELMAKING (AOD & VOD PROCESSES)

§  SEMI-FINISHED CASTING PROCESSES:

§  CONTINOUS CASTING OF SLABS; BLOOMS; BILLETS

§  INGOT CASTING

§  SOLIDIFICATION STRUCTURES IN CAST PRODUCTS:

§  DENDRITES

§  COLUMNAR GRAINS

§  EQUIAXED GRAINS

§  MICROSEGREGATION & MACRO SEGREGATION IN CAST PRODUCTS & SULPHUR PRINTING 

§  IMPORTANCE OF SUPERHEAT & EFFECT ON CAST PRODUCT QUALITY

§  DETERMINATION OF LIQUIDUS TEMPERATURE

§ HIGH INTEGRITY SEMI-FINISHED CAST PRODUCT MANUFACTURE (ESR & VAR REMELTING PROCESSES) 

§ METHODS OF IMPROVING THE FATIGUE LIFE OF STEEL PRODUCTS

§  HOT WORKING PROCESSES:

§  HOT ROLLING OF PLATES, SECTIONS, BEAMS, RAILS, WIRE ROD

§  PIPE & TUBE MANUFACTURE

§  FORGING (OPEN DIE & CLOSED DIE PROCESSES)

§  COLD WORKING PROCESSES:

§  COLD ROLLING OF STRIP STEELS

§  SHEET METAL FORMING

§  ROLLFORMING PROCESS

§  WIRE DRAWING PROCESS

§  BRIGHT BAR MANUFACTURE

§  CASTING PROCESSES:

§  SAND CASTING

§  INVESTMENT CASTING 

§  CENTRIFUGAL CASTING

§  HEAT TREATMENT OF STEEL

§  MACHINING PROCESSES

§  ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

§  PRINCIPLES OF HARDFACING; CORROSION PROTECTION & FIRE PROTECTION OF STEEL:

§  Carburising or Case hardening 

§  Nitriding 

§  Flame hardening & Induction hardening 

§  TiN Coatings 

§  Hardide ® Coatings  

§  Weld Overlays / Cladding 

§  Flame Spraying

§  Painting & Galvanising

§  Electroplating

Course Tutor: Philip Bralsford CEng MIMMM MWeldI MMet MBA

Philip is a highly accomplished metallurgist & materials engineer, welding & quality management specialist, with decades of experience in the field. With an excellent academic background, including a Master of Metallurgy in Advanced Metallurgy from the University of Sheffield, his career has been marked by significant contributions to leading steel manufacturing firms such as British Steel, Sheffield Forgemasters and Corus, where he has played a pivotal role in the development of steelmaking & steel manufacturing processes. 

Philip's proficiency in steel & stainless steel manufacturing, metallurgy, welding & quality management, when coupled with his project management skills and leadership abilities, has earned him a reputation as a dedicated and results-driven professional. His commitment to excellence is further evidenced by his certifications and memberships in professional organisations including Chartered Engineer (CEng), The Institute of Materials (MIMMM) & The Welding Institute (MWeldI.)

Philip has also designed and implemented comprehensive training programs for engineers and technicians, focusing on metallurgical techniques, materials engineering, welding, corrosion and quality control procedures. He has also authored detailed training manuals and documentation, ensuring that team members have access to valuable resources and best practices for their work.

Philip provides training for a number of high-profile clients, including: Arcelor Mittal, The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), UKRI-Science & Technology Facilities Council, The Institute of Cast Metals Engineers (ICME), TAQA Bratani, Building Research Establishment (BRE), Moog Aircraft Group, J & D Pierce Contracts Ltd, Bourne Group Ltd, Mueller Europe, TEi Ltd, Ultra Maritime, William Cook Cast Products, WQiC, Voestalpine Bohler Welding & RWE Generation UK PLC.

Philip has received excellent feedback from the clients & candidates who have undertake his training. For some of their comments see below:

'Our Engineers have found the course and its subject material very informative and helpful as two engineers relatively new to welding. They have also found the material very well presented and easy to follow.'

'It's been done in a way that's understandable for people who already have some knowledge and for those who don't, It's learnable and understandable.'

'I think there is very little or almost nothing to improve, as the course is very well designed, built and the Tutor is very experienced.'

'Thank you Philip for your time. I've enjoyed the course a lot and after meeting with you, I've learnt even more about the role of an RWC. Thank you again for your feedback on where we need to be and I will continue to make a great effort to learn more.'

‘I felt the course material was invaluable. I came away with a complete understanding simply because it was written by somebody who clearly understood their subject area. I look forward to studying again with Philip.’

Purchase the Training Handbook

You can also purchase separately the full-colour, Training Handbook for this course.

Please Contact Us if you would like to order a copy.

Purchase the Digital Course Materials

We also offer for purchase the digital course materials that would enable training providers provide their own training in 'The Fundamentals of Steelmaking & Steel Manufacturing Processes.'

When purchasing the digital course materials, you would receive all course materials in digital form, including a comprehensive Microsoft 365 POWERPOINT PRESENTATION, as well as all Assessments for the course. 

The PowerPoint presentation also facilitates a TRAINING HANDBOOK for the course to be printed.

All digital files are also editable to enable you to apply your own branding to the course materials. 

Please Contact Us for a quotation if you are interested in purchasing the digital course materials.