Inspectioneering
Training Course

Cracks 101: A Practical Introduction to Cracking

By Ted L. Anderson, Ph.D., P.E., ASME Fellow at TL Anderson Consulting.

Course Description

Cracking and crack-like flaws, which can arise during fabrication or develop over time from service conditions, pose critical risks to equipment integrity. This online course offers a practical, high-level exploration of crack causes, risks, and impacts through real-world examples, essential concepts, and fracture mechanics principles.

Learn to identify common flaws, analyze crack propagation, and understand mechanisms like fatigue and environmental cracking. Discover tools and testing methods to assess fracture toughness and ensure reliable performance. Designed for a broad audience, this course delivers actionable insights to maintain the durability of critical systems under pressure, empowering you to identify, analyze, and mitigate crack-related risks with confidence.

This course includes:

  • 3.28 hours of on-demand video, including comprehension checks and an exam
  • CPD and PDH eligible, with a certificate provided upon completion
  • Access for 90 days upon beginning the course
  • Downloadable notepads for you to keep notes as you progress through each module
  • Slides are not available for this course

What You’ll Learn

By completing this course, participants will gain a broad understanding of:

  • The causes, risks, and impacts of cracks on structural integrity.
  • Fundamental concepts like stress, strain, and fracture mechanics without advanced math.
  • Common cracking mechanisms, including fatigue, stress corrosion cracking, and hydrogen embrittlement.
  • Crack propagation, and the differences between ductile and brittle fractures.
  • Tools for assessing structural vulnerabilities, such as Failure Assessment Diagrams (FAD).
  • Practical insights to prevent failures and improve system safety and reliability.

Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for engineers, technicians, managers, and other professionals seeking a practical understanding of cracking risks without focusing on the mathematical details. It provides the essential knowledge to identify, analyze, and mitigate crack-related failures, ensuring safer, more reliable equipment and systems.

Course Outline

  1. Introduction
  2. Basic Concepts and Definitions
  3. Introduction to Fracture Mechanics
  4. Common Cracks and Crack-Like Flaws in Structural Components
  5. Analysis of Fatigue Cracking
  6. Environmental Cracking
  7. Microscopic Cracking Mechanisms
  8. Fracture Toughness Testing
  9. Summary and Conclusions

Group Purchases

Inspectioneering Training offers the following benefits and discounts to organizations looking to enroll multiple team members in this course.

  • Extended Access: Receive an increased duration to access the course, from the standard 3 months to 12 months, allowing more time for all participants to complete and revisit the training course.
  • Personalized Communications: Set up email notifications to ensure participants progress through the course within the timeline set forth by the company’s designated administrators.
  • Progress Reports: Receive access to detailed course reporting on all participant activities, progress, and performance.
  • Flexible Billing: Benefit from flexible billing options tailored to your organization's needs.
  • Dedicated Account Representative: Receive support from a dedicated account representative, ensuring smooth enrollment and ongoing assistance throughout the training program.
Discount Type 2-10 Seats 11-20 Seats 21+ Seats
Standard $513 $486 Contact Us
Membership* $459 $432 Contact Us

* The discount is exclusive to companies with a company or enterprise membership to Inspectioneering.

Other Learning Methods

Interested in other learning methods such as in-person or hybrid learning? Contact us to explore your options.

 


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