AM Academy

Additive Manufacturing for Defense Professionals

The course Additive Manufacturing (AM) for Defense Professionals focuses on Materials, Technologies and Strategic Use Cases. It is specifically targeted towards professionals working in the defense sector, both in the public and private sector.

Course Title

About the AM for Defense Professionals Course

Additive Manufacturing (AM) is gaining strategic importance in the defense industry. From the rapid repair of mission-critical components to the agile production of advanced systems, AM enables new levels of operational readiness, customization, and supply chain resilience. Whether for improving the uptime of vehicles and equipment in remote areas, or for innovating lightweight, high-performance parts for next-generation platforms, the technology is transforming how defense organizations think about design, logistics, and sustainment.

The course Additive Manufacturing for Defense Professionals provides a solid, application-oriented overview of AM technologies and their relevance for defense. It covers key materials, processes, and real-world use cases, from spare part production and battlefield repairs to prototyping, UAV development, and secure supply chains.

What will be included in the course?

Videos summarizing the most important aspects of each chapter
Interactive content for you to read up on the different topics
Assessments to test your knowledge and collect feedback
A pdf summarizing the main content in this course and further related material
A certificate of completion

What you will gain from this course

Understand the fundamentals of key AM technologies relevant to defense
Explore material options and their performance in harsh environments
Gain insight into real-world defense applications and case studies
Recognize the strategic potential and limitations of AM in defense operations

Who this course is for

The Additive Manufacturing for Defense Professionals Course is designed specifically for professionals in the defense sector. Whether in ministries, armed forces, or defense contractors, the course bridges technical understanding with strategic applications. No prior expertise in AM is required, but even experienced participants will benefit from the sector-specific insights.

To get started with this course, simply click on the first lesson below.