Maintenance and Engineering

Corrosion Control and Cathodic Protection

Corrosion silently destroys pipelines, tanks, structures and equipment. This course covers corrosion mechanisms, corrosion control strategies, coatings, inhibitors, material selection, cathodic protection design and operation, monitoring and inspection, and corrosion management programmes.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Corrosion costs industry billions and causes major failures. You will learn effective methods to control it.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Technical sessions, cathodic protection calculations, case studies and inspection data interpretation.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

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

Explain corrosion mechanisms and forms
Select corrosion control methods
Specify and inspect protective coatings
Design and operate cathodic protection systems
Monitor corrosion and interpret data
Build a corrosion management programme

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Corrosion and integrity engineers
Maintenance engineers
Pipeline and tank engineers
Inspectors
Asset managers

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Corrosion assessment
Coating management
Cathodic protection
Monitoring
Programme management

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Corrosion Mechanisms

09:00–10:08Electrochemistry basics
10:08–11:00Forms of corrosion
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Forms of corrosion (continued)
11:45–12:53Environments
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Control Methods

09:00–10:08Materials
10:08–11:00Inhibitors
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Inhibitors (continued)
11:45–12:53Design
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Coatings

09:00–10:08Coating systems
10:08–11:00Surface preparation
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Surface preparation (continued)
11:45–12:53Inspection
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Cathodic Protection

09:00–10:08Principles
10:08–11:00Sacrificial and impressed current
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Sacrificial and impressed current (continued)
11:45–12:53Surveys
12:53–14:00Calculation exercise

Day 5Corrosion Management

09:00–10:08Monitoring
10:08–11:00Data interpretation
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Data interpretation (continued)
11:45–12:53Programmes
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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