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Course in Nickel Baths and Galvanising Processes

Online course of 300 h in nickel baths and galvanising processes. 6 modules covering ISO 1456 (electrolytic nickel and chromium coatings), ISO 1461 (hot-dip galvanising) and advanced Excel. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
Start datesOctober / March
LocationEurope (Madrid)
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Explain the chemistry and electrochemistry of nickel plating.

02

Prepare substrates through degreasing, pickling and activation.

03

Differentiate between hot-dip and electrolytic galvanising processes.

04

Operate a coating line while controlling bath parameters.

05

Verify thickness, adhesion and corrosion resistance.

06

Manage effluents and restricted substances in accordance with regulations.

07

Design a coating process for a specific part.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Surface treatment technician looking to specialise in nickel baths and galvanising processes.
  • Galvanising line manager looking to specialise in nickel baths and galvanising processes.
  • Bath laboratory technician looking to specialise in nickel baths and galvanising processes.
  • Coating process engineer looking to specialise in nickel baths and galvanising processes.
  • Industrial environmental technician looking to specialise in nickel baths and galvanising processes.
  • Coating quality manager looking to specialise in nickel baths and galvanising processes.
  • Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter the surface treatment sector.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISO 1456 (electrolytic nickel and chromium coatings)
  • ISO 1461 (hot-dip galvanising)
  • ISO 2081 (electrolytic zinc coatings)
  • ISO 4527 (autocatalytic electroless nickel)
  • ISO 2178 (magnetic method thickness measurement)
  • Directive 2010/75/EU (industrial emissions)
  • Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 (REACH)
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Electrochemistry of metal deposition
  2. 1.2Faraday's laws and cathodic efficiency
  3. 1.3Watts bath: sulphate, chloride and boric acid
  4. 1.4Nickel sulphamate baths
  5. 1.5Electroless nickel with hypophosphite
  6. 1.6Brighteners, levellers and wetting agents
  7. 1.7Control of pH, temperature and current density
  8. 1.8Metallic and organic contamination of the bath
  9. 1.9Toxicity and handling of nickel salts
  10. 1.10Practical: volumetric analysis of nickel and chlorides
  1. 2.1Inspection and dismantling of period parts
  2. 2.2Stripping of old chromium and nickel
  3. 2.3Alkaline and electrolytic degreasing
  4. 2.4Pre-polishing and removal of pitting
  5. 2.5Acid copper levelling strike
  6. 2.6Acid activation of steel
  7. 2.7Treatment of zamak and brass parts
  8. 2.8Racks, contacts and shielding
  9. 2.9Prevention of hydrogen embrittlement
  10. 2.10Workshop: preparing a bumper for nickel plating
  1. 3.1Hot-dip galvanising to ISO 1461
  2. 3.2Acid and alkaline electrolytic zinc plating
  3. 3.3Zinc-nickel alloys in the automotive sector
  4. 3.4Trivalent passivates and conversion coatings
  5. 3.5Sherardising and mechanical zinc plating
  6. 3.6Zinc thickness and cathodic protection
  7. 3.7Fasteners and fittings for classic vehicles
  8. 3.8Compatibility with subsequent paints
  9. 3.9Removal of old zinc coatings
  10. 3.10Laboratory: zinc plating and passivation of fasteners
  1. 4.1Design of tanks, anodes and rectifiers
  2. 4.2Continuous filtration and activated carbon
  3. 4.3Hull cell for bath adjustment
  4. 4.4Selective electrolysis for purification
  5. 4.5Air agitation and cathode movement
  6. 4.6Calculation of times and target thicknesses
  7. 4.7Bright, semi-bright and duplex nickel plating
  8. 4.8Defects: burning, pitting and poor adhesion
  9. 4.9Recording of parameters and traceability
  10. 4.10Practical: Hull cell test and correction
  1. 5.1Thickness measurement by XRF and magnetic methods
  2. 5.2Neutral salt spray test to ISO 9227
  3. 5.3CASS test for nickel-chromium
  4. 5.4Adhesion by bending and thermal shock
  5. 5.5Requirements of ISO 1456 for nickel-chromium
  6. 5.6Treatment of wastewater containing heavy metals
  7. 5.7Sludge and hazardous waste management
  8. 5.8Occupational exposure and REACH restrictions
  9. 5.9Extraction and control of acid mists
  10. 5.10Case study: audit of a plating workshop
  1. 6.1Selection of parts and initial diagnosis
  2. 6.2Definition of the process sequence
  3. 6.3Bath formulation and set-up
  4. 6.4Preparation and rack loading
  5. 6.5Coating execution
  6. 6.6Inspection of thickness and appearance
  7. 6.7Accelerated corrosion testing
  8. 6.8Cost and time analysis
  9. 6.9Report and presentation
  10. 6.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

Fully 100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which allows them to combine study with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is advanced Excel, Minitab, MATLAB, Fischer WinFTM (coating thickness by X-ray fluorescence), in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for bath analytical control, coating thickness measurement and salt spray testing. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrative project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor test bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-focused Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operating limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as core pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Selection of parts and initial diagnosis

Explain the chemistry and electrochemistry of nickel plating.

Definition of the process sequence

Prepare substrates through degreasing, pickling and activation.

Bath formulation and set-up

Differentiate between hot-dip and electrolytic galvanising processes.

Preparation and rack loading

Operate a coating line while controlling bath parameters.

Coating execution

Verify thickness, adhesion and corrosion resistance.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Surface treatment technicianGalvanising line managerBath laboratory technicianCoating process engineerIndustrial environmental technicianCoating quality manager
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior degree required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical standards.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 300 hours spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.

You work with advanced Excel, Minitab, MATLAB, Fischer WinFTM (coating thickness by X-ray fluorescence). Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM own diploma upon passing continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised towards the higher programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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