COURSE OVERVIEW
Feeding 101 focusses on giving a thorough introduction about the feeding process in an interactive manner (both theoretical and hands-on).
This course is divided into two separate modules:
Module 1: Basic course: Introduction to feeding (1-day module)
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Module 2: Specialized courses (1/2-day module)
MODULE 1: BASIC COURSE
Theoretical
The trainee will get an in-depth explanation about the basic feeding aspects such as:
Types of feeding equipment
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Feeder accessories and their function
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Types of feeder trials
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Feeder data acquisition and analysis
Practical
During the hands-on sessions, the trainee will learn on how to install, operate and dismantel a loss-in-weight feeder.
The feeder demonstrations will be performed using two divergent materials.
Upon request, a powder of interest could be tested on the available equipment!
For more information, please contact Sarah.Costers@UGent.be.
MODULE 2: SPECIALIZED COURSES
In this module, the goal is to highlight specific aspects of the feeding process through different use-cases. Each use-case allows the trainee to get an in-depth comprehension of a specific part of the process.
Topics
Surrogate approach for feeding
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Impact of glidant addition
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How specific configurations and settings can impact the feeding performance
The trainee has the option to take up all of the provided topics, covering a full day course, or select a sub-set of these topics.
COURSE PROGRAM
A detailed overview of the different modules can be found in the following document.
If you are interested in taking this course, please email sarah.costers@ugent.be or mgadbruy.debruyne@ugent.be.