How to investigate a part failure
Failure analysis finds root causes.
6 steps →How-to guides
Materials Engineer How-To Guides
Step-by-step guides to common materials engineer tasks: the practical side of the job.
Common materials engineer tasks
Step-by-step overviews of tasks materials engineers perform regularly. Use them to understand the job, prepare for training or refresh your memory.
How to run a tensile test
Tensile tests show strength.
6 steps →How to select a material for a new part
The right material balances needs.
6 steps →Before you practice
Learn every core task
Our Materials Engineer training walks through these procedures and more, alongside vocabulary, safety and career-launch lessons.