Chromium Plating For Engineering Applications Web-Based Course

8 Sessions, Tuesday & Wednesday, 12:00 – 2:00 ET.  Begins April 29 and ends May 21, 2025.

Registration Deadline

April 21, 2025

Course Description

This course provides an in-depth understanding of the applications, properties, and safety requirements when using functional chrome.  It explains why functional chrome would be used and how it would be applied to a substrate.

Learning Objectives

Those completing this course and/or earning a certificate in Chromium Plating are able to:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the application and properties of functional chrome as well as the safe handling, storage, and uses for this chemistry.
  • Recognize the proper functions of equipment, waste-treatment handling, regulatory requirements, and the role of catalysts and additives in hard-chrome applications.
  • Articulate the importance of pre-treatment preparation including masking, blasting, and monitoring and control of the most common chemical methods.

Recommended Time and Experience

Some experience or training in the art and science of functional chrome plating is recommended. For those a few years away from taking any chemistry courses, the Chemistry Refresher course offered by NASF Foundation is highly recommended, but not required as a pre-requisite.

Designed For

But not limited to: Operators with some level of chrome plating experience including but not limited to plating line work, supervisors, sales personnel serving metal finishers and managers.

Course Content Level

Intermediate to Advanced (200 to 300 Level)

Approx Hours to Complete

10 Hours

Elective

Core Elective for Master Surface Finishers (MSF) designation.

Instructor

Doug Deeken

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Glossary of Industry Terms
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Open to download resource. This glossary encompasses the majority of terms utilized in the industry, specifically focusing on those with specialized meanings relevant to surface finishing processes. Terms commonly used in the Foundation’s courses may not be reiterated here.
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Formula Worksheet
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Open to download resource. This formula worksheet is designed to support the Airline & Aerospace Surface Finishing (CAF) Self Study Course. We recommend downloading a copy for your records.
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Chromium Plating Web Based Course
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Begin self-paced component package. The Chromium Plating Web Based Course provides an in-depth understanding of the applications, properties, and safety requirements when using functional chrome. It explains why functional chrome would be used and how it would be applied to a substrate. It is recommended that you achieve a score of 80% or higher on the lesson knowledge checks before registering for the Chromium Plating Exam. Click 'View Course' to begin.
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NASF Course Survey
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Certificate
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No credits available  |  Certificate available Congratulations on completing the Chromium Plating Self Study Course! Click the link to download your certificate of completion.
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