Introduction:

Corrosion poses a significant challenge across industries, particularly in sectors such as oil and gas, manufacturing, and infrastructure. It impacts the structural integrity, safety, and economic performance of assets. This training course is designed to provide participants with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in modern corrosion monitoring techniques to proactively manage and mitigate corrosion risks, ensuring asset longevity and operational efficiency.

Objectives:

  • Understand the principles and mechanisms driving corrosion in various environments.
  • Explore advanced techniques and tools for real-time corrosion monitoring.
  • Learn to interpret corrosion data and trends to make informed decisions.
  • Develop and implement proactive corrosion management strategies tailored to industry-specific challenges.

Course Outline:

Day 1: Introduction to Corrosion Science and Industry Impacts

  • Overview of corrosion types and their effects on industrial operations.
  • The importance of corrosion management in asset integrity.

Day 2: Electrochemical Monitoring Techniques (LPR, EIS)

  • Detailed study of Linear Polarization Resistance (LPR).
  • Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) applications.
  • Hands-on calibration and use of electrochemical monitoring tools.

Day 3: Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement Techniques

  • Principles and operation of ultrasonic devices.
  • Data acquisition and interpretation.
  • Practical exercises using ultrasonic testing equipment.

Day 4: Corrosion Coupons and Probes: Applications and Limitations

  • Installation, retrieval, and analysis of corrosion coupons.
  • Advantages and limitations of probes in specific environments.

Day 5: Data Collection and Analysis Tools

  • Introduction to software tools for data visualization.
  • Real-life scenarios for identifying corrosion patterns.

Day 6: Risk Assessment for Corrosion Management

  • Risk prioritization methodologies.
  • Integrating monitoring results into risk matrices.

Day 7: Mitigation Strategies and Best Practices

  • Cathodic protection systems.
  • Selection and application of coatings and inhibitors.

Day 8: Case Studies from Key Industries

  • Analysis of successful corrosion management programs.
  • Lessons learned from high-profile failures.

Day 9: Practical Hands-On Sessions with Monitoring Tools

  • Hands-on sessions with diverse corrosion monitoring equipment.
  • Simulation of real-world monitoring scenarios.

Day 10: Workshop: Developing a Corrosion Management Plan

  • Group projects to create a corrosion mitigation plan.
  • Presentation and feedback sessions.