Masterclass in Implementing Additive Manufacturing in Production Environment

Overview

Our Masterclass provides comprehensive coverage of the requirements and routes to validation for metal additive manufacturing (AM) parts produced by powder-bed fusion (PBF) and directed energy deposition (DED) manufacturing processes. This three-day training programme, spread over five sessions, is based on ISO and ASTM standards and is intended for individuals who use, or plan to use, AM in serial or critical applications and would like to learn more about the routes to Qualification and Certification. Participants are expected to have a solid background in Additive Manufacturing.

The programme leverages recent case studies from the PBF and DED world to provide context for structural integrity challenges and opportunities. Our expert trainers have extensive in-depth experience in Materials, Qualification and Certification, and making parts from Additive Manufacturing Methods. The learning methods are based on logic and experience, and real-life best practices (and lessons learned) will be shared. This is not a series of lectures; there will be discussions, mini-workshops, and ample opportunities to ask questions.

Course Description & Learning Outcomes

The masterclass equipped participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the challenges and opportunities associated with AM qualification and certification. Over three days, attendees delved into critical topics including:

Qualification methods for AM processes
Certification processes for AM parts
Best practices for ensuring consistent quality in AM production
Developing industry-specific qualification metrics

A stimulating panel discussion followed insightful talks from renowned experts. The lively session facilitated engagements with leading figures in the field, delving deeper into critical issues and exchanging valuable insights. The masterclass concluded with a technical tour of AIC, as well as SIMTech and ARTC laboratories – giving a first-hand experience of AM R&D efforts, showcasing researchers' work and approach to solving industry production issues using AM.

Recommended Prerequisites

This Masterclass is suitable for

AM Manager & Company Executives
AM Engineers & AM machine/process operators
QA/QC Engineers
Individuals who wish to know the route to qualification and certification

Schedule

Start Date: 12 Aug 2025, Tuesday
End Date: 14 Aug 2025, Thursday

Full-Day Training: 9.00AM to 1.00PM (Morning Session) 2.00PM to 6.00PM (Afternoon Session)

Location: 3 CleanTech Loop, Cleantech Two Block A, 637143

Agenda

Day/Time	Agenda Activity/Description
Day 1 Session 1: Morning	QUALIFICATION AND CERTIFICATION FOUNDATION (By Dr Mohsen Seifi) - Welcome and Introduction Address - Fundamentals of Qualification and Certification - AM Part Classifications & Consequences
Day 1 Session 2: Afternoon	MATERIAL PROPERTIES, ALLOWABLE, MATERIAL PROPERTY SUITE (By Dr Nima Shamsaei) - Materials Properties for AM Qualification and Certification - Materials Allowable for AM Qualification and Certification - Materials Property Suite for AM Qualification and Certification
Day 2 Session 3: Morning	REQUIREMENTS & ROUTE TO QUALIFICATION AND CERTIFICATION (By Mr Andy Lu) - Requirements, Standards, and Regulatory Requirements - IQ/OQ/PQ Process - Candidate Material Qualification
Day 2 Session 4: Afternoon	PART PRODUCTION CONTROLS & QUALIFICATION TESTING (By Dr Khalid Rafi) - Part Production Controls, NDE Considerations, and Defects - Managing Supply Chain, Qualification Testing & Service - Case Studies and Discussions
Day 3 Session 5: Morning	INDUSTRY INSIGHTS AND TECHNICAL TOUR (Coordinated by A*STAR Additive Innovation Centre, AIC)

Pricing

Course fees: The full course fee for this course is $1,600 before funding and prevailing GST.

Skills Covered

PROFICIENCY LEVEL GUIDE
Beginner: Introduce the subject matter without the need to have any prerequisites.
Proficient: Requires learners to have prior knowledge of the subject.
Expert: Involves advanced and more complex understanding of the subject.

Autodesk CAD/CAM (Proficiency level: Proficient)
Basic Engineering Knowledge (Proficiency level: Proficient)

Speakers

Trainer's Profile:

Dr Mohsen Seifi, Vice President, Global Advanced Manufacturing Programs, ASTM International

Dr Mohsen Seifi is the Vice President of Global Advanced Manufacturing Programs at ASTM, ascending to this pivotal role in May 2022 after initiating his journey with the organisation as the Director of Additive Manufacturing Programs in January 2018. With over 13 years of enriched experience in advanced manufacturing and business development, Dr Seifi has demonstrated exemplary leadership and technical expertise. Before his engagement at ASTM, he managed and contributed significantly to various research and business programs, particularly those funded by the government, showcasing his deep technical expertise and adeptness in business development.

Trainer's Profile:

Dr Nima Shamsaei, Philpott-WPS Distinguished Professor & NCAME Director, Auburn University

Dr Nima Shamsaei currently holds the position of Philpott-WestPoint Stevens Distinguished Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Auburn University. Additionally, he serves as the founding director of the National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence (NCAME), a research centre funded by NASA and NIST, dedicated to advancing additive manufacturing (AM) technology. NCAME is also a key U.S.-based founding partner of the ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE), aiming to guide multidisciplinary research and foster effective collaborations among industry, government, academia, and nonprofit organisations to ensure a coordinated global effort to rapidly close standards and workforce development gaps in advanced manufacturing.

Trainer's Profile:

Dr Khalid Rafi, Director, Training and Certification Programs, ASTM International

Dr Khalid Rafi is a distinguished expert in the field of Additive Manufacturing (AM), holding the position of Director, Training and Certification Programs for ASTM International. With extensive experience and expertise, Dr Rafi plays a pivotal role in collaborating with AM CoE partners to formulate programs focused on AM education, workforce development, standardization, and certification.

Trainer's Profile:

Mr Andy Lu, Manager, Additive Manufacturing Programs, Global Advanced Manufacturing Programs, ASTM International

Mr Andy Lu (Lu Zhen) has been in the industry of Additive Manufacturing (AM) for over 11 years with proficiency in various industrial AM systems and software. He has rich theoretical and hands-on experience in the topics of AM, material science, process parameters of laser systems and Design for AM (DfAM) etc. In his prior role as the Application Engineering Manager (Asia Pacific) at Nikon SLM Solutions Singapore Office, he delivered more than 100 professional AM training sessions in regions like Japan, Korea, China, Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and India.