The Surface Technology course is a module of the CAS Wood-Based Panels programme covering all the conventional coating methodes and latest developments in this field. It provides your with a theory- and practice-based understanding of the coating processes for wood and wood-based panels.
The course:
The field of wood and surface treatment is developing rapidly: with new material technologies, coatings and processes, as well as continuously evolving standards, your knowledge needs to be constantly updated. Keeping pace with these developments is crucial to remaining competitive. On the Surface Technology course, you will gain an overview of coatings, application systems and their potential, as well as basic information about their environmental performance.
This course is taught in an online format and sessions can be easily attended from anywhere in the world. It includes input from industry experts and scientists. An essential part of the course is a case study, were you will immediately practice and apply acquired knowledge.
Topics:
- Raw board characteristics + sanding and surface scanning
- Overview of coating systems
- Fluid coating systems
- Market-trends
- Veneering
- HPL/CPL
- PUR HotCoating
- Powder coating: practice
- LCA of coatings
- Material scarcity
- Smart surfaces
- Foil coating
- Direct paper coating
- Direct printing / printing
- Testing methods
- Industry report - flooring
You will complete a case study in groups and present it to a panel of lecturers at the end of the course.
Course in Surface Technology
You will receive a certificate of completion.
This course is aimed at:
University degree (university of applied sciences, university) or diploma in related subjects. Admissions decisions are made by the course leader based on applicants’ academic background and performance (‘sur dossier’).
University degree (university of applied sciences, university) or diploma in related subjects
Experience of manufacturing engineered wood products is an advantage.
Basic knowledge of manufacturing and processing wood and engineered wood products
Strong English skills
The week of teaching online consists of 36 lessons. Depending on participants’ existing knowledge, approx. 10–20 hours of self-study are also required.
The intensive program runs from Monday to Friday. Instruction begin each day at 8:30 CET am each day and runs until 4:30 pm CET.
The application deadline is at least four weeks before the module begins.
CHF 2,600
More than one participant registering from the same company we offer a 10% price reduction
You are welcome to contact us for a one-to-one consultation.
