Kannapolis, North Carolina - August 2026 (register before June 18)
Instructor Steve Brenner

Overview: Vibration and Shock methods are covered. We overview Sine and Random Vibration, also classical waveform shock testing, drop testing and Shock Response Spectrum Testing. We include classroom instruction on instrumentation, vibration equipment, control systems and fixture design. Class members will tour a lab that daily performs the full spectrum of testing. The lab visit will include a demonstration of the vibration test equipment and test techniques discussed in class. The sine vibration demonstration will be followed by an all-frequencies-simultaneous random vibration. Responses are compared. Valuable to technicians, test engineers, test lab managers as well as design engineers and test conductors.

1. Introduction to classical sinusoidal vibration - resonance effects

2. Acceleration and force measurement

3. Electrohydraulic shaker and Electrodynamic shaker systems

4. Sine vibration and Random vibration testing

5. Attaching test articles to shakers (fixture design, fabrication and usage)

6. Shock testing

7. Vibration lab demonstration

8. Combined vibration and thermal lab demonstration

9. Reporting on and certifying test results

10. Course summary; optional final examination; award of certificates