Methods Of Qualification And Certification For Additive Manufacturing (16 hours)

Masterclass In Implementing Additive Manufacturing In Production Environment

The Masterclass is jointly organised by A*STAR SIMTech, A*STAR ARTC, A*STAR Additive Innovation Centre (AIC) and ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE).
This Masterclass is supported by the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Cluster (NAMIC Singapore).

For International Participants: You may register your interest to receive updates on this masterclass in Year 2026. Our co-organiser, ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE), will be reaching out to interested applicants to provide information on participation, requirements, and other relevant details as they become available.

Introduction

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.

Who Should Attend

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

Why This MasterClass

Our co-organiser, ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE), offers world-class Additive Manufacturing (AM) training with strong positive reviews from past participants. Partnering with A*STAR Research Entities (Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology & Advanced Remanufacturing and Technology Centre) for this MasterClass, our goal is to provide training that supports additive manufacturing adoption scaling and gain awareness of the best practices and latest advancements in additive manufacturing.

What Our Trainees Say

The training offered a thorough overview of standards, certifications, and qualifications over the course of three days. This is particularly beneficial for companies or individuals planning to incorporate 3D printing into their manufacturing processes, as it helps them understand how 3D printing compares to traditional manufacturing methods. The training also emphasized key considerations and relevant standards related to 3D printing.

Dr Yong Ling Xin,
Participant from Aug 2025 intake

It’s a fantastic learning experience that I highly recommend to anyone involved in 3D printing. You have the opportunity to meet many industry experts at the forefront of additive manufacturing.

Mr Warren Chew,
Participant from Aug 2025 intake

The course's academic details are extensive and provide the necessary information for my journey toward Additive Manufacturing (AM) process qualifications.

Mr Ng Cheng Siong,
Participant from Jun 2024 intake

Read About Our Inaugural June 2024 Masterclass

3-Day Additive Manufacturing Masterclass With ASTM International

We have just wrapped up an incredible 3-day additive manufacturing (AM) deep dive with the Advanced Remanufacturing and Technology Centre (ARTC), Additive Innovation Centre (AIC), and world leader in AM standards, ASTM International.

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.

This collaborative effort between A*STAR and the ASTM Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence represents a significant step forward in advancing the adoption of AM technologies in Singapore and beyond. We look forward to more of such collaborations as we advance our manufacturing ecosystem together!

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2025 MasterClass

2024 MasterClass

Programme Agenda

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

(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

(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: Full-day)

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS AND TECHNICAL TOUR (Coordinated by A*STAR Additive Innovation Centre, AIC)

Upon Completion of This MasterClass

Upon Completion

Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance from A*STAR SIMTech if they achieve at least 75% attendance in the programme. Additionally, they will earn a globally recognised certificate from ASTM International upon passing an assessment, which consists of 30 multiple-choice questions, with a minimum score of 70%.

Full and Nett Course Fees

Full Course Fee

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

Nett Course Fee

Singapore Citizens aged 39 years and below, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders	Employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above (MCES) ²	SME-sponsored local employees (i.e Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders) (ETSS) ¹
$523.20	$203.20	$203.20

All fees are inclusive of GST 9%.

For International Participants: You may register your interest to receive updates on this masterclass in Year 2026. Our co-organiser, ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE), will be reaching out to interested applicants to provide information on participation, requirements, and other relevant details as they become available.

Remarks

Participants may not be eligible for subsidies if they have already attended a MasterClass under the same title.

Please note that fees and funding amount are subject to change.

Long Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders

The LTVP+ scheme applies to lawful foreign spouses of Singapore Citizens with (i) at least one Singapore Citizen child or are expecting one from the marriage, or at least three years of marriage, and (ii) where the Singapore Citizen sponsor is able to support the family.
All LTVP+ holders can be identified with their green visit pass cards, with the word ‘PLUS’ printed on the back of the card.

Enhanced Training Support For Small & Medium Enterprise (SMES) Scheme (ETSS)

The ¹Enhanced Training Support for Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) scheme (ETSS) is for company-sponsored participants who are subject to the eligibility criteria shown below:

SMEs that meet all of the following eligibility criteria:

Registered or incorporated in Singapore
Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million

SME-sponsored Trainees:

Must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents.
Courses have to be fully paid for by the employer.
Trainee is not a full-time national serviceman.

Further Info: This scheme is intended for all organisations, including non-business entities not registered with ACRA e.g. VWOs, societies, etc. Only ministries, statutory boards, and other government agencies are NOT eligible under Enhanced Training Support for SMEs Scheme. Sole proprietorships which meet all of the above criteria are also eligible.

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES)

The ²SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) is meant for employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and above.

SkillsFuture Credit

All Singaporeans aged 25 years old and above are eligible for SkillsFuture Credit (Opening SkillsFuture Credit) , which can be used to offset course fees (for self-sponsored registrations only).

For more information on the SkillsFuture funding schemes you are eligible for, please visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg

How Course Fees are Calculated

TYPE	CATEGORY OF INDIVIDUALS
	Singapore Citizens aged 39 years and below, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders	Employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above	SME-sponsored local employees (i.e Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders)
	FUNDING SOURCE
	SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline)	SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) ²	SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) ¹
Full Course Fee	$1,600	$1,600	$1,600
SkillsFuture Funding	($1,120)	($1,440)	($1,440)
Nett Course Fee	$480	$160	$160
GST 9%	$43.20*	$43.20*	$43.20*
Total Nett Course Fee Payable to Training Provider	$523.20	$203.20	$203.20

* Based on 30% of Full Course Fee

About the Trainers

Registration

Please register for this course through our online form: Course Registration Form for Public Classes.
For the first question, please select "MasterClasses".
Applicants will be placed on our waiting list if the course does not have an upcoming scheduled intake.
When the next intake is confirmed, a confirmation email with payment information will be sent to applicants to finalise their participation.

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Contact Us

For enquiries, please contact Dr Sharon Nai, Director of the Additive Innovation Centre (AIC), at her email: sharon_nai@a-star.edu.sg

Schedule

MasterClass Programme	Skills Course Reference Number	Next Intake(s)' Training Period (Click on the dates to view their schedules)	Registration Status
Methods of Qualification and Certification for Additive Manufacturing (16 hours) (MasterClass in Implementing Additive Manufacturing in Production Environment)	TGS-2024045027	9 to 11 Sep 2026	SIGN UP Now Registration for the Sep 2026 intake closes on 28 August 2026.

For International Participants: You may register your interest to receive updates on this masterclass in Year 2026. Our co-organiser, ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE), will be reaching out to interested applicants to provide information on participation, requirements, and other relevant details as they become available.

Note: A*STAR SIMTech and A*STAR ARTC reserve the right to change the class/schedule/course fee or any details about the course without prior notice to the participants.

Announcement:

From 1 Oct 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)'s funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. More information may be viewed here.
Participants will be provided with digital course materials when attending our courses. Please note that printed copies will not be available.

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