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Trusted worldwide by manufacturers, R&D teams and technical specialists, Smithers' comprehensive courses deliver targeted, actionable learning with measurable impact. Explore our full schedule below (or download the PDF) and find the right course to elevate your skills and impact. 

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Understanding and working with Plastics

CourseFormatDatesLocation
Introduction to Plastics TechnologyOnline9 Nov - 7 Dec
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Introduction to Plastics TechnologyIn-person2027
17 Mar - 18 Mar
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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Exploring ExtrusionIn-person2027
17 Mar - 18 Mar
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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Plastics Injection Moulding TechnologyIn-person2027
3 Feb - 4 Feb
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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Understanding Polymer Durability in Critical ApplicationsOnline9 Nov - 7 Dec
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Understanding Polymer Durability in Critical ApplicationsIn-person2027
28 Apr
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Introduction to PolyurethanesOnline9 Nov - 7 Dec
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Introduction to PolyurethanesIn-person2027
7 Apr - 8 Apr
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A Practitioner's Approach to PolyurethanesIn-Person2026
18 Nov - 19 Nov
2027
19 May - 20 May
17 Nov - 18 Nov
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Understanding and working with Rubbers and Elastomers

Course Format Dates Location
Introduction to Rubber Technology Online Coming soon
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Introduction to Rubber Technology In-person 2026
11 Nov -12 Nov
2027
21 Apr - 22 Apr
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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Introduction to Silicone Elastomers Online Coming soon
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Introduction to Silicone Elastomers In-person 2027
3 Mar
8 Sep
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Investigating and Prevention of Failure in Rubber Components Online 26 Oct - 23 Nov Learn More
Investigating and Prevention of Failure in Rubber Components In-person 2027
6 May
23 Sep
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Sealing with Elastomers Online Coming soon
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Sealing with Elastomers In-person 2027
3 Mar
8 Sep
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Understanding Sustainability and Recycling Challenges

CourseFormatDatesLocation
Recycling Plastics and Managing their Environmental ImpactOnline9 Nov - 7 Dec
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Introduction to SustainabilityOnline9 Nov - 7 Dec
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Understanding Regulations and Applications

CourseFormatDatesLocation
Introduction to Food Contact Materials, Products, Regulations and TestingOnline9 Nov - 7 Dec
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Introduction to Food Contact Materials, Products, Regulations and TestingIn-person2026
4 Nov - 5 Nov
2027
14 Apr - 15 Apr
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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Introduction to Plastics and Rubber in Medical DevicesOnline9 Nov - 7 Dec
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