a.Focus on firing process & defects management – 6h

CONTENTS:

The course focuses on a general overview of the firing process, offering information related to the chemical-physical aspects of the process and the defects resulting from product transformations

• Introduction to the concept of firing: input and output of the process
• Chemical-physical transformations related to the firing process

• Analysis and management of defects
Total duration of lesson 1 = 3h

• Firing control parameters
• Chemical-physical transformations depending on the ceramic body
• Construction details of the kiln
Total duration of lesson 2 = 3h

CALENDAR

28 and 30 October 2025, from 2 to 5 pm Rome time – live online

COST € 650 PER PERSON, if you enroll to both the modules a+b a discount of 10% on both is granted

b. Focus on combustion principles & energy (and emissions) management systems – 3h

CONTENTS:

This course focuses on the firing process in ceramic production, emphasizing energy management from combustion principles to burner systems. It covers energy efficiency strategies and explores alternative energy sources to support sustainable practices

• Combustion principles and burner operation

• Energy efficiency and alternative energy sources
Total duration of lesson 3h

CALENDAR

6 November 2025 from 2 to 5 pm Rome time – live online

COST € 360 PER PERSON, if you enroll to both the modules a+b a discount of 10% on both is granted

FACULTY

Siti B&T faculty team