On completion of the course, the student should

- Demonstrate knowledge of how the casting defects are identified and characterized
- Demonstrate knowledge of how the casting defects can be minimized or eliminated, and how simulation tools can be used in that work

- Demonstrate skills in identifying casting defects and derive causes of defect formation
- Demonstrate skills in applying and combining different analytical methods including casting simulation for defect characterization and elimination

- Show the ability to make a proper defect assessment and critically evaluate the causes and mechanisms underlying the defect formation

The course covers the most common casting defects, how they are identified and characterized, causes of their formations, the basic mechanisms and measures to minimize or eliminate their occurrence.

The course includes the following topics:
- Identification of different types of casting defects
- Defect formation - Causes and mechanisms
- Prediction of defects using simulation tools
- Practical examinations
- Root cause analysis
- Case studies

Lectures, seminars, project work, laboratory activities and exercises.

The teaching is conducted in English.

Passed courses at least 90 credits within the major subject in Product development and completed course Microstructural Engineering 6 credits and 21 credits Mathematics. Proof of English proficiency is required (or the equivalent).

The course is graded 5,4,3 or Fail.

Name of the Test	Value	Grading
Examination1	2 credits	5/4/3/U
Exercises and Project Worik	1 credit	U/G

¹ Determines the final grade of the course, which is issued only when all course units have been passed.

The literature list for the course will be provided one month before the course starts.