Solidification Processing Course | IIT Guwahati | Prof. Swarup Bag
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 59 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Categories | Mechanical Engineering |
| Credit Points | 2 |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 16 Feb 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 26 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Master the Fundamentals of Materials Manufacturing with IIT Guwahati's Solidification Processing Course
Are you a mechanical, materials, or production engineering student or professional looking to deepen your understanding of how metals transform from liquid to solid? The foundational principles governing casting, welding, and even cutting-edge additive manufacturing (3D printing) all hinge on a single critical phenomenon: solidification. We are excited to introduce a detailed, expert-led course designed to demystify this complex process.
Introduction to Solidification Processing is a comprehensive 8-week postgraduate-level course offered by the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati. Taught by Prof. Swarup Bag, a renowned expert in computational modeling of manufacturing processes, this course bridges the gap between theoretical principles and real-world industrial applications.
Meet Your Instructor: Prof. Swarup Bag
Learning from an expert with both deep academic and practical research experience is invaluable. Prof. Swarup Bag brings a wealth of knowledge to this course:
- Expertise: Teaching and research in materials and manufacturing processes using computational models (Finite Element Method) and experiments.
- Education: Ph.D. from IIT Bombay on modeling heat transfer and fluid flow in welding processes.
- International Experience: Post-doctoral research at MINES Paris Tech, France, in the Metallurgy, Structure and Rheology group.
- Accolades: Recipient of the 'Royal Arc Award 2009' for the best Ph.D. thesis in welding in India.
- Authoritative Voice: Author of a book on computational welding models and contributor to over 56 journal papers, 45 conference papers, and 18 book chapters.
- Teaching Pedigree: Regularly teaches advanced subjects like 'Physics of Manufacturing Processes', 'Advanced Welding Processes', and 'Solidification Processes' at IIT Guwahati.
Who Should Enroll in This Course?
This course is meticulously designed for a specific audience to ensure maximum relevance and benefit:
- Intended Audience: Final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Production Engineering, or Manufacturing Technology.
- Faculty Development: Faculty from engineering institutes can attend as part of a Faculty Development Program (FDP).
- Prerequisites: None! The course is presented in a lucid manner, making it accessible and enjoyable for beginners while being sufficiently deep for advanced learners.
What Will You Learn? Course Objectives & Outcomes
The primary aim of this course is to build a fundamental understanding of the thermodynamic principles and heat transfer mechanisms behind casting and welding. You will learn to link process kinetics to the development of final microstructure—a key determinant of a material's properties.
By the end of this 8-week journey, you will be able to:
- Interpret phase diagrams and understand equilibrium in heterogeneous systems.
- Explain the mechanisms of nucleation and growth during solidification.
- Analyze different solidification structures (plane front, columnar, equiaxed, dendritic).
- Understand defects like segregation in castings and ingots.
- Apply solidification principles to diverse processes: sand casting, continuous casting, fusion welding, and additive manufacturing.
- Gain insight into advanced techniques like rapid solidification and zone melting.
Detailed 8-Week Course Layout
The course is structured to take you from basic concepts to advanced applications, with weekly simulations to reinforce learning.
| Week | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to Phase Diagrams, Single & Binary Component Systems, Simulations. |
| Week 2 | Equilibrium of Heterogeneous Systems, Influence of Interfaces, Simulations. |
| Week 3 | Nucleation (Homogeneous & Heterogeneous), Growth of Pure Metals, Simulation. |
| Week 4 | Solidification of Alloys, Eutectic Solidification, Simulations. |
| Week 5 | Formation of Plane Front, Columnar/Equiaxed/Dendritic Structures, Segregation, Casting Simulation. |
| Week 6 | Solidification in Fusion Welding, Weld Microstructure, Solidification in Additive Manufacturing, Process Demonstrations. |
| Week 7 | Sand Casting, Metal Mold Casting, Continuous Casting, Simulation. |
| Week 8 | Zone Melting, Rapid Solidification, Simulation/Demonstration. |
Essential Reference Books
To complement the video lectures, the course recommends several authoritative texts, including:
- Porter & Easterling, Phase Transformation in Metals and Alloys
- Kurtz & Fischer, Fundamentals of Solidification
- John Campbell, Castings
- Sindo Kou, Welding Metallurgy
Why This Course is a Must for Aspiring Engineers
Solidification processing is the backbone of metal manufacturing. Whether you aim to work in traditional foundries, automotive welding, aerospace component fabrication, or the rapidly growing field of metal additive manufacturing, this knowledge is indispensable. Prof. Bag's unique blend of theoretical depth, computational insight, and experimental validation provides a holistic education you won't find elsewhere.
This course is more than just lectures; it's a guided exploration into the very heart of how engineered materials are born. Enroll today to build a solid foundation for your career in advanced manufacturing and materials engineering.
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