Master Welding in the Digital Age: Join The Indian Institute of Metals' Course on Industry 4.0

 

The landscape of manufacturing is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by the principles of Industry 4.0—integrating automation, digitalization, and real-time data intelligence. As a foundational pillar of industrial fabrication, welding of metallic systems must adapt to these advances to meet modern demands for productivity, quality, and sustainability.

 

To bridge this gap between traditional fundamentals and smart manufacturing, The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM) is offering a crucial online course.

 

About the Course: Welding of Metallic Systems and Industry 4.0 

 

This short professional educational course, titled "Welding of Metallic Systems and Industry 4.0: Bridging Fundamentals with Smart Manufacturing" (Course Number IIM-25-110) , emphasizes the practical application of smart technologies—including robotics, sensors, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and digital twins—in modern welding practices.

The course is designed for industry practitioners and professionals, providing the necessary knowledge to optimize processes, enhance competitiveness, and position welding as a critical enabler in the automated factories of the future.

Key Course Details

 

Mode: Online 

 

Dates: 6th & 7th November 2025

Time: 09:30 - 14:00 (each day)

Organized by: The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM)

Who Should Attend?

 

This course is immensely valuable for a broad range of participants:

Students: Postgraduate and Doctoral Students in Materials, Metallurgical, or Mechanical Engineering.

Industry Professionals: Welding Engineers, Inspection Professionals, and Fabrication Specialists from key sectors such as Steel, Automotive, Aerospace, Energy, and Shipbuilding.

Researchers and industry professionals actively exploring Industry 4.0 integration in welding.

Course Objectives and Outcomes

 

By attending, participants will gain a deep understanding of both the technical and digital aspects of welding.

 

Core Objectives

1 Introduce fundamental and advanced welding processes, including both fusion and solid-state techniques.

2 Explain the physics and metallurgy underpinning welding processes for ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.

3 Provide insights into welding defects and modern inspection methods, including NDT and digital inspection.

4 Explore the role of Industry 4.0 tools (sensors, AI/ML, digital twin) for smart welding systems.

5 Present advanced welding technologies like Electron Beam Welding.

Learning Outcomes

Gain a comprehensive understanding of major welding processes (fusion and solid-state).

Develop knowledge of the metallurgical aspects for ferrous and non-ferrous systems.

Learn to identify and mitigate welding defects, with exposure to modern inspection techniques.

Understand Industry 4.0 integration for smart, connected, and automated welding and welder qualification testing systems.

Build links between academic knowledge and industrial practice to improve manufacturing reliability and efficiency.

Distinguished Faculty and Course Content

The faculty for this course are drawn from eminent institutes across India , including IIT Hyderabad, IIT Madras, IIEST Shibpur, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT Guwahati.

Course Schedule Highlights

 

Day-1 (6th Nov 2025)           Day-2 (7th Nov 2025)

 

Fusion Welding Processes (Prof. Janaki Ram G. D.)   

 

Day-1 (6th Nov 2025)	Day-2 (7th Nov 2025)
	Fusion Welding Processes (Prof. Janaki Ram G. D.) 28		Physical Metallurgy of Welding - Part II (Non-Ferrous Metals) (Dr. Manojit Ghosh) 29292929
	Solid-State Welding FSW (Dr. Murugaiyan Amirthalingam) 30		Electron Beam Welding Technology (Dr. G. G. Roy) 31
	Physics of Welding (Dr. Manojit Ghosh) 32		Welding Defects and Inspection (Dr. Swarup Bag) 33
	Physical Metallurgy of Welding - Part I (Ferrous Metals) (Dr. Snehanshu Pal) 34		Industry 4.0 - Smart Manufacturing Integration in Welding (Dr. Snehanshu Pal) 35353535

      

Participant Type	Registration Fee (Only Theory Course)
IIM Member		₹ 3953 ($\text{\$}3350 + 18\%\text{ GST}$) 40
IIM Non Member		₹ 5900 ($\text{\$}5000 + 18\%\text{ GST}$) 41
Student Member		₹ 944 ($\text{\$}800 + 18\%\text{ GST}$) 42
Student Non-member		₹ 1416 ($\text{\$}1200 + 18\%\text{ GST}$) 43

How to Register

 

Participants are requested to register and pay online.

For Individuals: Register via https://shorturl.at/jMTMZ

For Organizations: Register via https://shorturl.at/6SdNi

After online payment, the transaction receipt, mentioning the course number IIM-25-110, should be uploaded using the link provided in the Google Form.

Alternative Payment: A demand draft in favour of "The Indian Institute of Metals" payable at Salt Lake, Kolkata, can be sent to the IIM office.

Bank Details for Online Payment:

 

A/c Name: The Indian Institute of Metals

Bank: State Bank of India, SME Branch, Salt Lake

IFSC Code: SBIN0004289

Current A/c No.: 54015600024

Contact Information

 

For any queries, please reach out to the contact person: 

Ms Nabatara Mitra  

The Indian Institute of Metals Plot 13/4, Block AQ, Salt Lake, Sec V, Kolkata: 700 091 Email: readingroom@iim-india.net / jimshortonlinecourses@gmail.com

Don't miss this opportunity to future-proof your career in welding and materials engineering! Register today to secure your spot in this essential course.