Everyone learns differently. That’s why the EC Academy offers bite-sized learning modules that allow you to enhance your knowledge at your own pace, whether you’re in the office, at home or on the go. The online courses are crafted and presented by renowned industry experts who bring years of experience and deep insights into the coatings industry. Get started right away!
Why you should attend:
The EC Academy is a new online learning platform for people working in all areas of the coatings industry.
The EC Academy enables learning to take place anywhere in the world, whenever it is convenient – even on the move.
The courses are presented by renowned industry experts with engaging videos that enable bite-sized learning at your own pace.
At the end of each course, participants take a multiple-choice test and receive a certificate of completion.
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Who are the courses designed for?
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Managers, R&D managers and employees, laboratory managers and employees, production managers, managing directors, purchasers in the industry of organic coating materials and related products (printing inks, adhesives and sealants, construction chemicals)
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EC Academy Course | Elementary Classes
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Elementary Classes, the first of many courses to follow, provides an introduction to coatings technology. As a non-technician, this online course will give you the opportunity to learn the most important technical basics of the paint and coatings industry. You will have learned the key vocabulary of the paint language and will be able to present yourself confidently in the future.
Content
There are a total of 16 modules covering all aspects of coating technology:
- Raw materials used in paints and coatings
- Their function and role within a coating
- Learning how paints are formulated and manufactured, together with an understanding of their properties and suitability of use in different applications
Target Group
You should register if you…
- are a buyer salesperson, sales representative, non-technician or lateral entrant in the paint and coatings industry.
- need technical expertise for successful sales and efficient purchasing
- want to learn comprehensible and compact paint knowledge
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EC Academy Course | Short Courses
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The Short Courses are a series of digital lectures that provide basic knowledge on the important coatings related topics. Experienced experts teach the important basics and explain how they relate to current applications. Perfect for professionals who value efficiency, these digital courses will sharpen your expertise and ensure you are ready to excel in your day-to-day work and at upcoming industry events.
Content
The constantly changing courses cover all important coatings-related topics presented in 90 minutes:
- Coating for different applications and their chemistry
- Formulation and optimization of coatings
- Coatings productions and testing
Target Group
You should register if you …
- are a chemist or lab worker starting in a new field in coatings
- want to get a short and focused overview concerning current topics in the coatings industry
- want to refresh your knowledge after a longer break
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EC Academy Course | Coatings Formuliation | Latex Coatings
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This course offers a comprehensive examination of latex coatings, focusing on their chemical composition, formulation strategies, and diverse applications. It explores the critical role of binders, pigments, fillers, and additives in defining the mechanical, optical, and chemical properties of coatings.
Content
Attendees will learn how binder chemistry, including glass transition temperature and film formation, impacts gloss and durability, while pigments like TiO₂ and fillers optimise hiding power and cost efficiency. The formulation of additives, including dispersants, thickeners, and coalescents, is discussed in detail, emphasising their importance for storage stability, application, and final performance.
Additionally, the course addresses the specific requirements of interior and exterior wall paints, primers, and wood coatings, tackling challenges like VOC reduction, weather resistance, UV protection, and saponification stability. By analysing emulsion polymerisation techniques and application-specific formulation adjustments, participants will gain practical knowledge to design high-performance coatings for decorative and industrial use.
Target Group
You should register if you …
- Paint formulator chemists, material scientists and engineers working with water-based and laterx coatings.
- Suitable for students and researchers in polymer
