Composite Repair Fundamentals introduces the essential knowledge and practices used to perform effective composite repairs. This course guides learners through the full repair process, including damage assessment, surface preparation, material selection, layup, consolidation, finishing, inspection, and troubleshooting.
Focused on practical application, the course helps technicians understand how each step impacts repair quality, structural performance, and long-term durability.
Key topics include:
- Identifying and evaluating composite damage
- Understanding repair vs. replacement considerations
- Preparing surfaces for proper bonding
- Selecting compatible reinforcement materials and resin systems
- Applying repair laminates using proper layup, wet-out, and consolidation techniques
- Finishing and inspecting repairs for quality
- Recognizing common defects and troubleshooting likely causes
- Understanding how environmental conditions affect repair performance
This course is designed for technicians, students, instructors, and individuals new to composite repair. It supports consistent, process-driven repair practices and reinforces the importance of safety, quality, and attention to detail.
Composite Repair Fundamentals is part of ACMA’s CCT Open Molding learning pathway and will also support the CCT Wind Blade Repair pathway.