Surface Technology continuing education course

Improve your chances of getting ahead in a booming part of the chemistry sector. The Surface Technology continuing education course is the perfect foundation for launching your career or taking your next career step in surface and materials chemistry.

After only four weeks you will be ideally placed to tackle challenging duties in the surface and materials chemistry sector.

The course: Surface Technology

This course provides you with an additional qualification in surface and materials chemistry. Participants will develop theoretical and practical skills in coating chemistry, polymer chemistry and related industrial segments.

The course puts participants in a position to address topical issues in surface chemistry by building on their chemistry expertise. They look at basic principles and special materials science techniques, as well as enhancing their know-how in production, manufacturing technologies and characteristics of important productssuch such as paints, resins, coating materials, pigments, additives and ahesives. Participants can then test their knowledge in practice in the lab.

The course has been developed in conjunction with the Association of the Austrian Chemical Industry.

Funding possibilities

Many cooperating companies allow their customers to participate in the course with various discounts. Do you have any questions about the funding possibilities? Then please contact the course instructor Uwe Rinner: uwe.rinner(at)fh-krems.ac.at.

Information brochure

" The topics addressed in our Surface Technology course are hugely significant for all parts of the chemicals industry. We’re convinced that students who complete the course will reap the rewards on the job market. The close involvement of the Association of the Austrian Chemical Industry in designing the programme reflects the course’s quality and how well it has been received. We’re proud to have convinced respected experts from the chemical industry to teach on this highly attractive programme. "
Course director Uwe Rinner

Curriculum

What subjects will you be studying? Take a look at the curriculum for an overview of the contents.

For more details, click on the individual courses.

Course	ECTS
Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science
Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science – Lecture	3
Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science – Lecture Module: Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science Root module: Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science Semester: 1 Course code: APCMSL1VO Contact hours per week: 2 ECTS: 3 Course Content: Surface boundary and corresponding physical chemical phenomena (such as adsorption, adhesion, surface tension) Electrochemistry and corrosion Rheology Optics and optical properties of materials Mechanical properties (such as elasticity, hardness, conduction) Course outcome: After completion of the course, participants are able to: explain physical chemical concepts of importance to surface boundaries, electrochemistry and corrosion, rheology, optics and selected mechanical properties, use physical chemical information and concepts to describe properties of materials such as binders, pigments, coating, express physicochemical properties of materials and surface boundaries, electrochemical concepts in mathematical terms.
Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science – Exercise	1
Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science – Exercise Module: Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science Root module: Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science Semester: 1 Course code: APCMSE1UE Contact hours per week: 1 ECTS: 1 Course Content: Active discussion and solving of problems and questions arising in the accompanying lecture (Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science – Lecture) Course outcome: After completion of the course, participants are able to: calculate physicochemical properties of materials and surface boundaries or electrochemical problems, predict physicochemical ehavior of of materials related to surface technology and engineering.
Materials Science and Engineering
Materials Science and Engineering – Lecture and Discussion	5
Materials Science and Engineering – Lecture and Discussion Module: Materials Science and Engineering Root module: Materials Science and Engineering Semester: 1 Course code: MSELD1VO Contact hours per week: 4 ECTS: 5 Course Content: Ceramics and composite material Alloys and semiconductors Polymers and smart materials Additives, binders and pigments Formulation Coating In-depth discussion of experiments carried out in and alternative procedures Course outcome: After completion of the course, participants are able to: outline properties and areas of application of a variety of different materials, such as ceramics, composite materials, polymers, alloys and semiconductors, describe preparation, properties and behavior of binders, additives and pigments, describe basic principles of formulation, describe the industrial preparation and production of coating and predict properties and possible application of these materials, discuss and outline different methods and techniques necessary for the analysis of materials covered in other courses of this module.
Materials Science and Engineering - Laboratory	4
Materials Science and Engineering - Laboratory Module: Materials Science and Engineering Root module: Materials Science and Engineering Semester: 1 Course code: MSELAB1LB Contact hours per week: 3 ECTS: 4 Course Content: Mechanical properties of materials and testing procedures Optical, mechanical and thermal properties of materials Synthesis and preparation of polymers and other materials relevant to Surface Technology Experiments relevant to formulation, pigments, coating materials and binders Course outcome: After completion of the course, participants are able to: analyze mechanical, optical and chemical properties of material relevant to surface technology and engineering, prepare and utilize pigments, binders or polymers on laboratory scale, utilize pigments, binders and other materials in the production of coating or materials relevant for surface technology.

Career paths and prospects

Put simply, surface and materials chemistry is one of the most important parts of the Austrian chemical industry. However, the sector is facing a shortage of qualified experts. As a result, this course will open a host of doors for you.

After completing the course, you will be in a position to plan and carry out analytical testing procedures, as well as industrial and large-scale processes in the surface and coatings chemistry segment.

Graduates of related degree programmes have the opportunity to participate in research projects focusing on topics connected with surface and material properties, or to perform such research independently.

If you already work in the chemical industry, the course gives you the skills you need to manage teams at chemical companies, in particular those specialised in fields related to surface chemistry and materials chemistry. The course also offers valuable content linked with sales and distribution of chemical industry products.

Plan ahead: block courses

Next expected start: 15 January 2024

This continuing education course has a compact blocked format covering just a few weeks.

Block 1: 15 to 26 January 2024
Block 2: 15 to 26 April 2024

" The Surface Technology continuing education course is the first of its kind in Austria and gives chemistry students and people working in surface technology the opportunity to obtain a high-quality, supplementary university qualification. It is aimed at users and processors of surface technologies in the raw materials, paint and coatings industries, as well as other, related sectors. Recognised industry experts are a guarantee of top-quality training that brings together essential basic knowledge from the fields of surface physics and applied chemistry. And the course satisfies the industry’s long-standing desire for training that prepares our employees for the future. "
Hubert Culik, chairman of the Association of the Austrian Chemical Industry (FCIO)

Applying for the course online

What are the requirements for admission to the course?

This supplementary module is open to chemistry students as well as chemical industry employees with relevant professional experience.

Prospective participants who are currently studying a chemistry degree programme

Proof of general university entrance qualification (Matura or equivalent qualification)
Completion of courses on a chemistry degree programme with a workload of 90 ECTS, of which laboratory practicals account for at least 15 ECTS
current confirmation of enrollment

Prospective participants with relevant professional experience

Proof of general university entrance qualification (Matura or equivalent qualification)
At least one year of professional experience in the chemical industry
375 hours of laboratory work

Next start of the continuing education course: 15 January 2024

Start date for applications: 15 May 2023

Closing date for applications: 30 November 2023

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1. Your registration
First, you register on the IMC Onboarding Platform, set up your login data and confirm your user account. Then you can start your online application.
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2. Your application
Enter the required data and upload the necessary documents. Your entries will be saved automatically. This means that you can interrupt your application at any time and continue at a later stage using your access data.
Important: Please keep in mind the start and end of the application deadline for the continuing education courses. Please submit your completed online application until the stipulated application deadline.
The following documents are required:
- Curriculum vitae (in tabular form)
- Application photo - a passport-sized photo (EU standard recommended)
- Passport (scan of the ID page containing the data on the passport holder)
- Proof of general university entrance qualification e.g. High School Diploma / A-Levels or equivalent secondary school leaving certificate (full scan of the document including all pages, stamps, signatures and date of issue)
- Proof of fulfillment of entry requirements:
  - Holders of related degrees: Transcript of records of a relevant chemistry degree programme with a workload of at least 90 ECTS
  - current confirmation of enrollment
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  - Relevant professional experience: Proof of at least 1 year of relevant professional experience (including confirmation of at least 375 practical laboratory hours)
- Letter of motivation (The letter of motivation is an integral part of the online application. Please mind the question asked and the limit on the number of characters for the input form.)
Prepare digital copies (i.e. scanned; max. 5 MB per document) of all the documentation required for your application. Please use only the following document formats: PDF or JPEG/JPG. If you need to scan documents with multiple pages, please send all pages in a single file.
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3. Your IMC Onboarding Platform
The IMC Onboarding Platform is the central communication point throughout your application and admission process and accompanies you all the way to the start of your studies. We will inform you about everything important regarding your application and the status of your application via the IMC Onboarding Platform.
Do you need support? Use the chat integrated in the IMC Onboarding Platform to get in touch with the team of the Prospective Student Advisory Service. We will be happy to support you and answer any questions you may have.
4. Because it’s important: information on data protection and more
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Contact: datenschutz(at)fh-krems.ac.at
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What happens after you’ve submitted your online application?

After you have submitted your completed application in time, we will check whether your qualifications meet the admission requirements. Then you will be invited to an interview with the course director. The interview enables us to build up a picture of your professional expertise, your personal attributes and your reasons for applying for the course.
We will post all further information on the admission procedure on the IMC Onboarding Platform.

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Prof.(FH) Priv.-Doz. DI Dr. Uwe Rinner
Head of Institute Applied Chemistry / Programme Director Applied Chemistry
Institute Applied Chemistry
+43 2732 802 175
[email protected]
IMC Campus KremsIMC Campus Trakt G
Habilitation (Organic Chemistry)
Applied Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Engineering / full-time
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Abed, R. M. M., Al-Hinai, M., Al-Balushi, Y., Haider, L., Muthukrishnan, T., Rinner, U. (2023): Degradation of starch-based bioplastic bags in the pelagic and benthic zones of the Gulf of Oman. Marine Pollution Bulletin, 195: 115496.
Doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpolbul.2023.115496
Singla, P., Parokie, G., Garg, S., Kaur, S., Crapnell, R. D., Banks, C. E., Rinner, U., Wills, C., Peeters, M. (2023): Enhancing encapsulation of hydrophobic phyto-drugs naringenin and baicalein in polymeric nano-micelles. Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 83: 104403.
Doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jddst.2023.104403
Tchekwagep, P. M. S., Crapnell, R. D., Banks, C. E., Betlem, K., Rinner, U., Canfarotta, F., Lowdon, J. W., Eersels, K., van Grinsven, B., Peeters, M., McClements, J. (2022): A Critical Review on the Use of Molecular Imprinting for Trace Heavy Metal and Micropollutant Detection. Chemosensors, 10(296): 1-24.
Doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/chemosensors10080296
Hettegger, H., Zhang, J., Koide, M., Rinner, U., Potthast, A., Gotoh, Y., Rosenau, T. (2022): Fiber Spinning from Cellulose Solutions in Imidazolium Ionic Liquids: Effects of Natural Antioxidants on Molecular Weight, Dope Discoloration, and Yellowing Behavior. Fibers(10).
Doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/fib10060050
Wicks, C. Hudlicky, T., Rinner, U. (2021): Morphine alkaloids: History, biology, and synthesis. THe Alkaloids: Chemistry and Biology, 86: 145 - 342.
Doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/bs.alkal.2021.04.001
Dedic, D., Dorniak, A., Rinner, U., Schöfberger, W. (2021): Recent Progress in (Photo-)-Electrochemical Conversion of CO2 With Metal Porphyrinoid-Systems. Frontiers in Chemistry, 9(540): 685619.
Doi: https://doi.org/10.3389/fchem.2021.685619
Babaee, S., Zarei, M., Zolfigol, M. A., Khazalpour, S., Hasani, M., Rinner, U., Schirhagl, R., Norouzi, S., Rostamnia, S. (2021): Synthesis of biological based hennotannic acidbased salts over porous bismuth coordination polymer with phosphorous acid tags. RSC Advances, 11(4): 2141-2157.
Doi: https://doi.org/10.1039/D0RA06674E
Nowikow, C., Fuerst, R., Kauderer, M., Dank, C., Schmid, W., Hajduch, M., Rehulka, J., Gurska, S., Mokshyna, O., Polishchuk, P., Zupkó, I., Dzubak, P., & Rinner, U. (2019): Synthesis and biological evaluation of cis-restrained carbocyclic combretastatin A-4 analogs: Influence of the ring size and saturation on cytotoxic properties. Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry, 27(19): 115032.
Doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bmc.2019.07.048
Amer, H., Mimini, V., Schild, D., Rinner, U., Bacher, H., Potthast, A., Rosenau, T. (2019): Gram-scale economical synthesis of trans-coniferyl alcohol and its corresponding thiol. Holzforschung, 74(2): 197-202.
Doi: https://doi.org/10.1515/hf-2018-0297
Prof.(FH) Priv.-Doz. DI Dr. Uwe Rinner
Head of Institute Applied Chemistry / Programme Director Applied Chemistry
Head of Institute Applied Chemistry / Programme Director Applied Chemistry
Prof.(FH) Priv.-Doz. DI Dr. Uwe Rinner
Core Competencies
- Habilitation (Organic Chemistry)

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Surface Technology continuing education course

Improve your chances of getting ahead in a booming part of the chemistry sector. The Surface Technology continuing education course is the perfect foundation for launching your career or taking your next career step in surface and materials chemistry.

The course: Surface Technology

Funding possibilities

Curriculum

Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science – Lecture

Advanced Physical Chemistry and Materials Science – Exercise

Materials Science and Engineering – Lecture and Discussion

Materials Science and Engineering - Laboratory

Career paths and prospects

Plan ahead: block courses

Applying for the course online

What are the requirements for admission to the course?

Next start of the continuing education course: 15 January 2024

Start date for applications: 15 May 2023

Closing date for applications: 30 November 2023

1. Your registration

2. Your application

3. Your IMC Onboarding Platform

4. Because it’s important: information on data protection and more

What happens after you’ve submitted your online application?

Our Team

Prof.(FH) Priv.-Doz. DI Dr. Uwe Rinner

Head of Institute Applied Chemistry / Programme Director Applied Chemistry

Core Competencies

Looking for basic chemical knowledge?

Questions about the degree programme?

Prospective Student Advisory Service

Ask a Student