Surface Engineering Course: Mechanisms, Processes, Characterization | IIT Roorkee
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 74 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Mechanical Engineering |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 19 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Master the Science of Surfaces: A Comprehensive Guide to Surface Engineering
In the world of mechanical components, the surface is the frontline. It's the interface that bears the brunt of friction, wear, corrosion, and fatigue. Surface Engineering is the specialized discipline dedicated to designing and modifying this critical interface to enhance performance, durability, and lifespan. For postgraduate students, researchers, and practicing engineers, a deep understanding of this field is paramount for innovation in sectors like mining, hydropower, cement, and advanced manufacturing.
Course Overview: Delving Deep into Surface Science
This intensive 12-week postgraduate course, instructed by the eminent Prof. D K Dwivedi of IIT Roorkee, offers a systematic and comprehensive exploration of surface engineering. The curriculum is meticulously designed to bridge the gap between fundamental theory and industrial application, focusing on enhancing the tribological life of metallic components.
Meet Your Instructor: Prof. D K Dwivedi
The course is led by an authority in the field. Prof. Dwivedi brings a wealth of knowledge with:
- Academic Excellence: BE (Mechanical Engg.), ME (Welding Engg. from Univ. of Roorkee), and a PhD in Metallurgical Engineering.
- Extensive Experience: Over 28 years of teaching experience at premier institutions like NIT Hamirpur and IIT Roorkee.
- Proven Expertise: Author of five key textbooks, including Surface Engineering and Fundamentals of Metal Joining published by Springer Nature.
- Research Leadership: More than 132 research papers in SCI/SCIE journals and leadership in over 78 sponsored research and consultancy projects.
What You Will Learn: Course Structure
The course unfolds over 12 weeks, building from foundational concepts to advanced applications and characterization.
| Week | Core Topic | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | Introduction | Foundations and importance of surface engineering. |
| 3-4 | Surface Damage | Fundamental mechanisms of wear: adhesive, abrasive, erosive, cavitation, and corrosion. |
| 5 | Materials for Wear Resistance | Selecting materials based on properties for specific wear conditions. |
| 6-8 | Processes: Structural Modification | Enhancing surfaces by regulating microstructure without changing chemical composition (e.g., heat treatment, shot peening). |
| 9 | Processes: Composition Modification & Weld Surfacing | Modifying the chemical composition of near-surface layers (e.g., nitriding, carburizing) and weld overlays. |
| 10-12 | Processes: Coatings, Cladding & Characterization | Applying films, coatings, and claddings. Essential methods for evaluating metallurgical, mechanical, and tribological properties. |
Key Learning Objectives and Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify and analyze different wear mechanisms and their governing laws.
- Select appropriate materials and surface engineering processes for specific tribological challenges.
- Understand the three broad categories of surface engineering: structural modification, composition modification, and coating/cladding.
- Apply characterization techniques to evaluate the performance of engineered surfaces.
- Solve real-world problems through case studies on ferrous and non-ferrous metal systems.
Essential Reference Materials
The course content is supported by seminal texts in the field, including the instructor's own authoritative work:
- ASM Handbook, Surface Engineering, ASM (1995)
- Dwivedi, D.K., Surface Engineering: Enhancing Life of Tribological Components, Springer (2017)
- Takadoum, Jamal, Materials and Surface Engineering in Tribology, Wiley (2007)
- Batchelor, A.W. et al., Materials Degradation and Its Control by Surface Engineering, Imperial College Press (2006)
- Burakowski, Tadeusz & Wierzchon, Tadeusz, Surface Engineering in Metals, CRC Press (1999)
Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideally suited for:
- Postgraduate (PG) Students in Mechanical, Metallurgical, and Manufacturing Engineering.
- Undergraduate (UG) Students seeking advanced knowledge.
- Research Scholars focusing on tribology, materials science, or surface technology.
- Practicing Engineers in industries supported by the course (Mining, Hydropower, Cement, General Manufacturing) looking to solve durability and performance issues.
Surface Engineering is not just a subject; it's a critical tool for sustainable engineering. This course by Prof. D K Dwivedi provides the definitive framework to understand its mechanisms, master its processes, and effectively characterize its outcomes, empowering you to design components that last longer and perform better in the most demanding environments.
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