3 Courses Required
Elastomers play a critical role in the design and manufacturing of seals, adhesives and molded flexible parts across a wide range of industries. Gain the technical knowledge required to navigate these highly volatile materials with the Elastomer Technology Certificate.
This certificate provides a comprehensive understanding of elastomer materials, processing methods and current industry advancements. Learn practical strategies to improve product design, material selection and manufacturing processes while addressing challenges faced within your organization.
Designed for engineers, manufacturers, designers and other professionals working with synthetic rubbers, this program features instruction from experienced industry experts and focuses on real-world applications.
Learning Outcomes
- Analyze methodologies of process variation and control
- Assess elastomer material selection, dispensing methods and the molding process
- Integrate knowledge of elastomer processing equipment, including pumping, shaping, curing and monitoring
- Describe different types of manufacturing limitations within the injection molding process
- Evaluate the principles and techniques of designing molds and molded part design
- Apply problem-solving techniques and strategies to address situations you currently face
Courses
To get started, enroll in one of the three required courses. Earn your certificate by completing all courses within two years.
If you'd like more information on our Certificate, please email sce-engineering@uwm.edu.
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