CourseEstablished
Material Testing for Mycelium Composites
Plan and interpret mechanical, physical and durability tests so mycelium materials can be specified with confidence.
Level
Course
Modules
6
Duration
2–3 months
Format
Live online
School
Design & Architecture
What you will study
6 modules, one growing line of knowledge.
Hover or tap a module to follow the path from the first session to the final project.
At a glance
How the programme grows, phase by phase.
PHASE 1
Foundations
- Why testing matters for grown materials
- Sample preparation and variability
PHASE 2
Practice
- Mechanical testing
- Density, water absorption and swelling
PHASE 3
Application & project
- Durability and ageing
- Reporting results and datasheets
What you will be able to do
Material Testing for Mycelium Composites
By the end you will have worked through:
- Why testing matters for grown materials
- Sample preparation and variability
- Mechanical testing
- Density, water absorption and swelling
- Durability and ageing
Your learning path
Where this programme sits in the school.
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FAQ
Questions about this programme
Do I need experience to study Material Testing for Mycelium Composites?
No previous experience is needed. The course starts from the foundations.
How is Material Testing for Mycelium Composites taught?
Live online, in 6 modules with a working professional, a small group and a final project.
What certificate do I get?
Fungaris issues a course certificate on completion. Accreditations are assessed according to the training completed and the local regulations of each country.
What can I study after Material Testing for Mycelium Composites?
The natural next step is Diploma in Mycelium Product Design.
How it is taught
Live, in a small group, with a real project.
i.A live professorMycologists, biologists, engineers and chefs who work in the field.
ii.A small groupQuestions in every session, and classmates from many countries.
iii.A real projectEach programme closes with applied work, reviewed by your professor.
iv.A certificateIssued by Fungaris on completion of the programme.
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Admissions & Fees
Join the next intake.
Pay in full with a 20% reduction, or reserve your place with 40% and pay the rest in monthly instalments.