Join Leybold U: Hands-On Vacuum Science Training from the Experts
Reserve Your Spot for the Next Leybold U Class – February 25-27, 2025
Learn the fundamentals of vacuum science from the world's oldest vacuum manufacturer in a hands-on, 3-day training session.
Location: Leybold's new training facility in Export, PA
Fee: $2,295 per person (includes breakfast, lunch, and course materials)
Spots are filling up quickly and are reserved on a first come first serve basis. If this class fills up we plan on having another session in the spring.
What is Leybold U?
Leybold U is your opportunity to learn about vacuum science in a hands-on environment at the world's oldest vacuum manufacturer. Learn about vacuum technology from the experts themselves, while attaining a certificate of completion.
At Leybold U, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of vacuum science and technology in an interactive environment. Whether you're a technician, engineer, or non-technical professional, this course offers:
- Practical, hands-on training.
- Insights from industry-leading experts.
- A certificate of completion to showcase your skill
Course content available to you:
- Introductory trainings to cover the whole spectrum of vacuum
- Basic seminars for technicians, as well as non-technical employees
- Leak detection seminars
- Practical, hands-on training
- Customer-specific seminars, tailored to your individual needs
- Advanced seminars
- Or a combination of any of the above
Course Agenda
Day 1:
- Welcome address and introduction
- Fundamentals of vacuum physics (Part 1): Gases and vacuum defined
- Ice and balloon/marshmallow experiments
- Explanation of key terms: Quantity of Gas, Gas throughput
- Fundamentals of vacuum physics (Part 2)
- PASCAL simulations and conductance experiments
Day 2:
- Overview of wet and dry vacuum pumps
- Roots blowers, turbomolecular pumps, cryo, and diffusion pumps
- Pump videos, animations, and hands-on experiments
Day 3:
- Total pressure measurement fundamentals (gauges)
- Leak detection techniques and vacuum system operations
- Time for Q&A and a summary