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RESULTS-ORITNTED Training Description
Course Duration
1 Day
Training Delivery Method
Classroom (Instructor-Led) or Online (Instructor-Led)
Instructors Languages
English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi / Pashto
Certification Provider
Tamkene Saudi Training Center - Approved by TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation)
Certificate Validity
2 Years (Extendable with additional training hours)
Course Average Passing Rate
97%
Competency Assessment Criteria
Practical Assessment and Knowledge Assessment
Post Training Reporting
Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms
Training Design Methodology
ADDIE Training Design Methodology
Certificate of Successful Completion
Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.
Course Overview
Corrosion is one of the most persistent and costly threats to industrial asset integrity — a slow, often invisible process that can progress from minor surface degradation to catastrophic equipment failure if left unrecognized and unmanaged. In oil and gas, petrochemical, and process industries across the Middle East, where high temperatures, aggressive process chemistries, and harsh coastal or desert environments accelerate deterioration, a solid understanding of corrosion fundamentals is essential to protecting both assets and personnel.
This training course is designed to build foundational competency in corrosion recognition and control for personnel involved in inspection, maintenance, and operations. The course is aligned with NACE/AMPP (Association for Materials Protection and Performance) standards and API 571: Damage Mechanisms Affecting Fixed Equipment in the Refining Industry, which establish the framework for recognizing and managing corrosion-related deterioration. Participants will learn the electrochemical principles behind corrosion, identify common corrosion mechanisms, apply basic monitoring and inspection techniques, and evaluate mitigation strategies applicable to their operating environment.
Key Learning Objectives
Explain the electrochemical principles underlying corrosion and the conditions required for it to occur
Identify common corrosion mechanisms including (uniform, pitting, galvanic, and environmentally assisted corrosion)
Apply API 571 damage mechanism classifications to basic equipment assessment
Recognize material-specific corrosion susceptibility including (carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy materials)
Apply basic corrosion monitoring techniques including (ultrasonic thickness testing and visual assessment)
Evaluate common mitigation strategies including (coatings, cathodic protection, and corrosion inhibitors)
Course Outline
1. Introduction to Corrosion
Defining corrosion and its significance to asset integrity including (safety, economic, and environmental consequences)
Overview of applicable standards and industry frameworks including (NACE/AMPP and API 571)
The cost of corrosion in industrial operations including (unplanned shutdowns, repair costs, and asset replacement)
Overview of common corrosion-related incidents and their primary causes including (undetected wall loss, coating failure, and inadequate monitoring)
2. Fundamentals of Corrosion Science
The corrosion cell including (anode, cathode, electrolyte, and metallic path)
Oxidation and reduction reactions in metallic corrosion
Environmental factors influencing corrosion rate including (temperature, humidity, and chemical exposure)
Material and design factors influencing corrosion rate including (alloy composition and geometry)
3. Common Types of Corrosion
General uniform corrosion including (thinning patterns and rate estimation)
Pitting and crevice corrosion including (initiation conditions and detection challenges)
Galvanic corrosion including (dissimilar metal contact and galvanic series)
Environmentally assisted corrosion including (stress corrosion cracking and hydrogen-induced damage)
Corrosion under insulation (CUI) including (moisture ingress and insulation breakdown)
4. Material Selection and Corrosion Resistance
Corrosion behavior of carbon steel including (typical failure modes and protection needs)
Corrosion behavior of stainless steel including (chloride sensitivity and passive film breakdown)
Overview of corrosion-resistant alloys including (duplex, nickel-based, and titanium alloys)
Basic material selection considerations for corrosive service environments
5. Corrosion Monitoring and Inspection Techniques
Ultrasonic thickness testing including (grid mapping and scanning techniques)
Corrosion coupons and probes including (installation, retrieval, and data interpretation)
Visual inspection techniques including (surface condition assessment and photographic documentation)
Interpreting basic corrosion rate data including (short-term trend evaluation)
6. Mitigation and Protection Methods
Coating systems for corrosion protection including (epoxy, polyurethane, and zinc-rich primers)
Cathodic protection fundamentals including (sacrificial anode and impressed current systems)
Corrosion inhibitors including (film-forming and scavenging inhibitors)
Selecting appropriate mitigation measures based on operating environment
7. Group Discussion and Case Studies
Case studies from regional corrosion-related equipment failures including (CUI-related pipe rupture, pitting-induced tank leaks, and coating breakdown incidents) and lessons learned in prevention
Group discussion on common corrosion management shortfalls including (delayed monitoring, inadequate coating maintenance, and data gaps)
Sharing regional best practices including (desert and coastal environment corrosion control strategies)
Discussion on embedding corrosion awareness within broader site asset integrity practices
1. Introduction to Corrosion
Defining corrosion and its significance to asset integrity including (safety, economic, and environmental consequences)
Overview of applicable standards and industry frameworks including (NACE/AMPP and API 571)
The cost of corrosion in industrial operations including (unplanned shutdowns, repair costs, and asset replacement)
Overview of common corrosion-related incidents and their primary causes including (undetected wall loss, coating failure, and inadequate monitoring)
2. Fundamentals of Corrosion Science
The corrosion cell including (anode, cathode, electrolyte, and metallic path)
Oxidation and reduction reactions in metallic corrosion
Environmental factors influencing corrosion rate including (temperature, humidity, and chemical exposure)
Material and design factors influencing corrosion rate including (alloy composition and geometry)
3. Common Types of Corrosion
General uniform corrosion including (thinning patterns and rate estimation)
Pitting and crevice corrosion including (initiation conditions and detection challenges)
Galvanic corrosion including (dissimilar metal contact and galvanic series)
Environmentally assisted corrosion including (stress corrosion cracking and hydrogen-induced damage)
Corrosion under insulation (CUI) including (moisture ingress and insulation breakdown)
4. Material Selection and Corrosion Resistance
Corrosion behavior of carbon steel including (typical failure modes and protection needs)
Corrosion behavior of stainless steel including (chloride sensitivity and passive film breakdown)
Overview of corrosion-resistant alloys including (duplex, nickel-based, and titanium alloys)
Basic material selection considerations for corrosive service environments
5. Corrosion Monitoring and Inspection Techniques
Ultrasonic thickness testing including (grid mapping and scanning techniques)
Corrosion coupons and probes including (installation, retrieval, and data interpretation)
Visual inspection techniques including (surface condition assessment and photographic documentation)
Interpreting basic corrosion rate data including (short-term trend evaluation)
6. Mitigation and Protection Methods
Coating systems for corrosion protection including (epoxy, polyurethane, and zinc-rich primers)
Cathodic protection fundamentals including (sacrificial anode and impressed current systems)
Corrosion inhibitors including (film-forming and scavenging inhibitors)
Selecting appropriate mitigation measures based on operating environment
7. Group Discussion and Case Studies
Case studies from regional corrosion-related equipment failures including (CUI-related pipe rupture, pitting-induced tank leaks, and coating breakdown incidents) and lessons learned in prevention
Group discussion on common corrosion management shortfalls including (delayed monitoring, inadequate coating maintenance, and data gaps)
Sharing regional best practices including (desert and coastal environment corrosion control strategies)
Discussion on embedding corrosion awareness within broader site asset integrity practices
Group Exercises
Team-based case review including (analyzing a simulated equipment failure, identifying the damage mechanism, and recommending mitigation measures)
Group discussion on selecting appropriate monitoring and protection strategies for a simulated corrosive environment
Gained Core Technical Skills
Ability to explain electrochemical principles and identify conditions that drive corrosion
Proficiency in recognizing common corrosion mechanisms and applying basic API 571 classifications
Competency in applying basic corrosion monitoring techniques including ultrasonic thickness testing
Skill in evaluating material-specific corrosion susceptibility for common equipment materials
Ability to identify and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies including coatings and cathodic protection
Services Geographical Coverage
In Tamkene Training Center or at our client's facility (On-Site), Covering All Saudi Arabia Cities and Locations:
Targeted Audience
Inspection and maintenance personnel responsible for basic equipment condition assessment
HSE and asset integrity support staff working alongside corrosion management programs
Operations personnel working in corrosive process environments
Engineers and technicians new to corrosion-related roles
Any personnel seeking foundational competency in corrosion recognition and control
Practical Assessment
Supervised corrosion identification exercise including (assessing sample images or specimens and classifying the corrosion mechanism)
Ultrasonic thickness testing demonstration including (basic grid mapping and reading interpretation)
Coating inspection exercise including (visual assessment and basic adhesion check under supervision)
Knowledge Assessment
Multiple-choice questions on corrosion science, mechanisms, and applicable standards including (NACE/AMPP and API 571 classifications)
Scenario-based questions on identifying corrosion mechanisms from described equipment conditions
Material selection questions including (carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy susceptibility)
Mitigation strategy questions including (coating selection, cathodic protection, and inhibitor application)
Why Choose This Course
Aligned with NACE/AMPP standards and API 571 for internationally credible corrosion competency
Delivers a complete foundational learning journey from electrochemical principles through to mitigation strategy
Applies damage mechanism classification to real-world equipment scenarios, developing practical assessment skills
Structured practical exercises build genuine competency in monitoring and coating inspection basics
Incorporates regional case studies addressing desert and coastal corrosion challenges common across Middle East industries
Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.
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