ASTM D1709 Standard Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Plastic Film by the Free-Falling Dart – eLearning Course

About the Course

This course is based on ASTM D1709 Standard Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Plastic Film by the Free-Falling Dart Method. This procedure covers the determination of the energy that causes plastic film to fail under specified conditions of impact of a free-falling dart. This course does not replace the ASTM standard.

The course takes approximately 1 hour to complete and includes instructional video content, interactive knowledge checks, and a self-grading quiz. Downloadable resources include a pdf of the standard.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the conditioning requirements for test specimens, including conditions for testing.
• Explain how to prepare the apparatus by Test Method A and Test Method B.
• Describe the procedure for testing impact resistance of plastic film by free-falling dart method using the Staircase Testing Technique and the Alternative Testing Technique.
• Recall the steps for calculating the impact failure weight for both the Staircase Testing Technique and the Alternative Testing Technique.
• Describe the requirements for routine inspection and acceptance of test specimens.
• Identify the reporting requirements for impact resistance testing.

Certificate and CEUs

CEUs: .1 or 1 PDH

Certificate: A certificate of completion is available upon successful completion of the course and an 80% or higher score on the exam.

ASTM Standards Referenced

ASTM D1709

Access

All ASTM online courses are available for a 1 year subscription on ASTM's Learning Center for a Single User Only via username/password. Training cannot be shared. For multi-user access and pricing, contact sales here or call 1-877-909-ASTM.

Internet access is required.

Stock Number

TRAIN-D1709-PASS