Education and Training The Akron ASM Chapter has successfully instructed a number of classes titled "Practical Metallurgy" The most recent classes have been held for the Babcock and Wilcox Company and BWXT on their premises in Barberton. Included were a multitude of topics ranging from "Introduction to Metallurgy" to "Corrosion" and "Failure Analysis" were covered. If your group is interested in holding a class, please contact Dr. Robert M. Shemenski, FASM: