Events

Composite Structural Engineering Technology (CSET) Course (CSET-B)

When: Oct. 27 - Dec. 7
Where: Wichita, KS

This course covers the essential topics pertaining to composites engineering and the certification process. Its contents provide students with an awareness of the composites engineering process framework through course materials and practical applications through online discussions. Topics include engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, and certification of composite materials associated with civil aircraft structures. The course content is in accordance with FAA AC 20-107B (Composite Aircraft Structure). The six-week module, CSET-B, follows CSET-A in a similar teaching format. Students may take CSET-B immediately after CSET-A, or as an option, delay CSET-B enrollment until a later offering for schedule flexibility.

The Future of Work and People-First Design

When: Monday, Nov. 3 at 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Where: NIAR ATLAS 4174 Oliver, Wichita, KS

An exciting look at the future of work in manufacturing and how people-first design is making an impact on talent recruitment and retention. Hear from global manufacturing leader FILL, based in Austria, on that company’s approach to building a resilient and engaged workforce. Local industry and education leaders will highlight current advances in manufacturing that are changing the workplace and workforce.

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Carbon Fiber Conference

When: November 4-6
Where: Century II Convention Center, 225 W. Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS

Composites World’s Carbon Fiber conference offers you cutting-edge information and access to industry experts in streamlining manufacturing costs, market outlooks and forecasting, and more. You will make invaluable contacts as you meet and network with the industry's most innovative and influential leaders at Carbon Fiber.  

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Metrology in Motion

When: Nov. 5-6
Where: NIAR AMP 8351 N Hydraulic Ave, Park City, KS

Discover how integrated metrology solutions are transforming manufacturing quality Join us at NIAR’s AMP facility for a two-day event featuring live software demos on advanced hardware, expert-led presentations, and one-on-one sessions with Metrologic engineers. Whether you're in aerospace, automotive, medical, or consumer goods, this is your front-row seat to the future of precision engineering.

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Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) Analysis

When: Nov. 10, 11, 17, 18
Where: NIAR's Advanced Machining and Prototyping (AMP) Lab

This 4-day course provides mathematical procedures in determining the allowable dimensional variations and geometric tolerances specified by ASME standards. A workbook is included with this course and is yours to keep.

 

AFP Training Series: Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) Programming Class

When: Nov. 17-21, 2025
Where: National Institute for Aviation Research, Wichita, KS

Learn to program Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) parts using the VERICUT Composites Programming (VCP) software. This third-party software can be used to program a wide variety of AFP machines. The five-day hands-on class covers material specifications, and how to import models, generate courses and plies, link them together, and post process. Attendees will also learn how to export models and programs from VCP into VERICUT Composites Simulation (VCS), which allows users to run the programs through a simulation to make sure the parts are laid up correctly, and find and correct machine over-travels and possible machine collisions.

RTCA's DO-160G, Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment

When: Dec. 8-12
Where: Virtual

RTCA has teamed with NIAR to offer high quality training covering RTCA’s DO-160G, Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment. The course will provide an understanding of the use of DO-160G and how it fits in with the greater picture of requirements, design, certification and Technical Standard Orders (TSOs).