Surface Engineering Course: Corrosion & Wear Resistance | IIT Kharagpur
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 205 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Metallurgy and Material science & Mining Engineering |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Undergraduate/Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 25 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Master the Science of Durable Surfaces: A Premier Course from IIT Kharagpur
In the world of engineering, failure rarely starts from within. It begins at the surface. Corrosion and wear are the twin titans of material degradation, responsible for immense economic losses and safety hazards across industries from aerospace to infrastructure. The solution lies not in building components from solid, expensive alloys throughout, but in strategically engineering their surfaces to resist these destructive forces. This is the powerful domain of Surface Engineering.
Now, a unique opportunity arises to learn this critical discipline from the pioneers in the field. The online course "Surface Engineering for Corrosion and Wear Resistance Application" is presented by two distinguished professors from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, offering a deep dive into the science and technology of protecting materials.
Learn from the Pioneers: Esteemed Faculty from IIT Kharagpur
This course is guided by the expertise of two leading figures in materials science and engineering.
Prof. Indranil Manna, an Institute Chair Professor and JC Bose Fellow, brings over three decades of teaching and research excellence. His groundbreaking work in laser/plasma-assisted surface engineering, amorphous alloys, and nanofluids is internationally recognized and highly cited. Having taught at IIT Kharagpur, IIT Kanpur, and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, he has also developed the very "Surface Engineering" course now available on the SWAYAM platform.
Prof. Jyotsna Dutta Majumdar is renowned for her fundamental contributions to laser surface processing and the understanding of rapid solidification metallurgy. Her research provides profound insights into how laser-modified surfaces combat wear, corrosion, and high-temperature oxidation. She is a leading expert in developing advanced, graded, and nano-dispersed coatings for extreme environment applications.
Course Overview: Building Unbreakable Surfaces
This 12-week course is meticulously designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as practicing engineers. It transforms the complex challenge of surface degradation into a systematic engineering solution.
ABOUT THE COURSE: The program encompasses a complete journey from understanding the problem to implementing the solution:
- Fundamentals: Introduction to wear, corrosion, and the thermodynamics of surfaces.
- The Problem: Detailed mechanisms of surface degradation and material failure.
- The Solution Framework: Role of microstructure, classification, and scope of surface engineering techniques.
- The Techniques: A comprehensive study of methods from conventional to advanced.
- Validation: Characterization and testing of engineered surfaces.
- Application: Real-world engineering applications of these technologies.
INTENDED AUDIENCE: Students and professionals in Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, and Physics.
PREREQUISITES: Basic knowledge of Materials Science and Engineering.
INDUSTRY SUPPORT: Recognized by major industry leaders including Tata Steel, RDCIS Ranchi, and SAIL, underscoring the course's practical relevance.
Detailed 12-Week Course Layout
| Week | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to materials, surface thermodynamics, surface-dependent properties. |
| Week 2 | Common surface failures; mechanisms of wear, corrosion, and high-temperature oxidation. |
| Week 3 | Role of microstructure, importance & classification of surface engineering, intro to techniques. |
| Week 4 | Conventional Methods: Flame/induction hardening, carburizing, nitriding, diffusion alloying. |
| Week 5 | Advanced Methods: Laser, Plasma, and Electron Beam surface modification. |
| Week 6 | Chemical/Electro-Chemical Coatings: Electro/electroless deposition, anodizing, micro-arc oxidation. |
| Week 7 | Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD): Thermal evaporation, sputtering, ion plating, pulsed laser deposition. |
| Week 8 | Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Conventional and laser-assisted CVD. |
| Week 9 | Hot Dipping: Galvanizing, tinning, aluminizing, babbitting. |
| Week 10 | Thermal Spraying: Flame, HVOF, wire arc, and kinetic spraying. |
| Week 11 | Weld Overlaying & Laser Cladding. |
| Week 12 | Surface characterization and testing methods. |
Essential Reference Materials
The course curriculum is supported by foundational texts, including:
- Surface Engineering for Wear Resistances by K.G. Budinski
- Surface Engineering & Heat Treatment by P.H. Morton
- Protective Coating of Metals by R.M. Burns & W.W. Bradley
- ASM Metals Handbook, Vol. 5: Surface Cleaning, Finishing & Coating
Why Enroll in This Surface Engineering Course?
This is more than just an academic course; it's career-defining knowledge. Surface engineering is a critical field for extending component lifespan, improving safety, and reducing maintenance costs in virtually every heavy industry. By learning from Prof. Manna and Prof. Dutta Majumdar, you gain:
- Foundational to Advanced Knowledge: A complete A-to-Z understanding of surface engineering principles and practices.
- Industry-Relevant Skills: Directly applicable knowledge valued by major steel, manufacturing, and R&D industries.
- Expert Insight: Learn from researchers who have shaped the field with their pioneering work.
- Structured Learning Path: A logical progression from problem identification to solution implementation and validation.
Whether you are a student aiming to specialize, a researcher seeking deeper insights, or an engineer looking to solve persistent material failure problems, this course provides the essential toolkit. Enroll today and learn to engineer the surface that defines the future of the component.
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