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Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Learners of Certification Course on Fundamentals Of Material Processing-I will find themselves enchanted by different takeaways from the course which are primarily related to various materials processes that are regularly deployed in different industries for the creation of form materials for a wide range of applications. The aim of this course is centred on visiting the materials processing and fundamental physics behind the aforementioned processes in an elaborate yet understandable pace.

Students will get to delve into the mechanics behind the designing of the processes and predict their outcome with Prof. Shashank Shekhar, faculty at IIT Kanpur with an experience of ten years. The first part of the course deals with powder metallurgy and solidification, while the second part covers thin film fabrication and metal processing.

With a detailed explanation on each topic and the added option of revisiting video modules for a strong grasp, active discussion forum, and standard questions in the exam, this course will provide learners with a memorable experience. Learners will be provided detailed solutions to weekly assignments along with ensuring their progress in a timely manner. Learned IIT faculty will empower individuals with lifelong knowledge and skills.

The Highlights

The course duration of eight weeks
Certification from IIT Kanpur
Industry support
Weekly self-assessments
Free access to course material

Programme Offerings

assignments
Internal assessments
video lectures

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 1000	yes	IIT Kanpur

Following are the fee details of the course:

There is no fee for accessing the course material in Certification Course on Fundamentals Of Material Processing-I.
The examination is optional and comes at a price of Rs. 1000 (without taxes).
The fee has to be paid in one payment.

Fee	Amount in Rupees
Course Fee	Not applicable
Examination Fee	Rs. 1000

Eligibility Criteria

Education

Students interested in learning from Certification Course on Fundamentals Of Material Processing-I will have to ensure they possess a background knowledge of thermodynamics and mathematics up to undergraduate level.

Certification Qualifying Details

Candidates willing to receive the certification in Certification Course on Fundamentals Of Material Processing-I will have to first complete the course and take all the internal assessments. They also have to fill the registration form for certification, the link of which will be accessible once activated.

The final decision of whether a candidate will be eligible for the certificate shall depend on his final score, which shall comprise their score in best 6 assignments out of 8 given in this course and the proctored exam, holding 25 and 75 marks each. Only after scoring at least 10 and 30 marks respectively and paying the exam fee, they will fall eligible for getting the certificate. The final score is to be the sum of exam score and the average of assignment score.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Metallurgy

Certification Course on Fundamentals Of Material Processing-I will invest majorly in decoding the physics behind material processing and framework of machines in industries. Learners will gain some unique and detailed content practically and conceptually, including-

Basic concepts of solidification
Various fundamental material processing techniques
The science behind fundamental material processing techniques
The application of relevant processing method for a given application and a given material
Briefing of kinetics and thermodynamics
How heat flows in single crystals
Composition variation in plane front solidification and cellular solidification
How plane front solidification of polyphase alloys works
Basic concepts of powder processing

Who it is for

Electrical EngineerMechanical EngineerMining and Geological EngineerMaterials EngineerMetallurgical Engineer

For students seeking greater emphasis on physics and various facets of material processing from the experience of IIT, Kanpur faculty will get a lot in terms of industry experience. This course is tailor-made for the following professionals-

Undergraduates in materials engineering, metallurgical engineering, mechanical engineering and industrial engineering.
First year graduates in mechanical engineering, metallurgical engineering, industrial engineering and materials engineering.

Admission Details

The admission process for Certification Course on Fundamentals Of Material Processing-I is currently inactive but will resume without prior notice so learners will have to keep visiting the course link occasionally and then follow the following procedure-

Step 1: On the course link (https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/), click the option of “Join.”

Step 2: Fill in the necessary details and click on “Review details and join the course” at the end of the page after confirming the entered information.

Step 3: You will be directed to the course where you can check modules, assignments and relevant announcements.

The Syllabus

Instructors

IIT Kanpur Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What are the formalities when candidates appear for their examination?

Candidates will have to carry their ID with them, which will be verified and they will only get to take the examination after due verification.

2: Is the exam fee for Certification Course on Fundamentals Of Material Processing-I refundable?

Yes, the examination fee is refundable. However, it should be noted that a refund applied for will only be initiated after two weeks from that date.

3: Can course takers enroll in only one course at a time?

There is no such restriction. Candidates can enrol in as many SWAYAM courses as they want but they will have to register separately for each of them.

4: How many exams can students take in the approaching semester?

Candidates cannot write more than 6 exams. They can only sit for 2 exams each day. The option of shift is flexible for them.

5: What is the code of conduct for learners learning on SWAYAM?

Candidates have to ensure that-

They are respectful to others.
Treat their peers and faculty fairly without engaging in harassment.
Refrain from retaliating against any SWAYAM member.
Avoid injuring the person or property of any individual by acting maliciously.
Comply with basic laws like abstaining from IP infringement.

6: Are self-assessments included in internal assessments?

No, they are meant only for assessing a candidate's learning from the course, so they do not carry any marks. The answers for the same are posted on the course page.

7: Can foreign students take the examination for Certification Course on Fundamentals Of Material Processing-I?

There is no limitation on them to enrol in the course and apply for the examination. However, since the examination is conducted only in designated centers in India, such candidates will have to travel to India.

8: Can a learner retake the exam if he/she misses it?

Once enrolled for the examination and once it is done, candidates cannot re-take their exam.

9: What objects are not allowed inside the examination center?

Calculators, mobile phones, electronic diaries, watches, or other electronic gadgets, clipboards, blank papers, and log-tables are forbidden.

10: When can learners access their exam results?

For the objective online exam, the e-certificate and results can be checked within 2-3 weeks from the date of the exam. For the offline subjective exam, the results and the e-certificate is released 5 weeks after the exam date.