Corrosion and Cathodic Protection

This course provides a practical understanding of corrosion mechanisms and cathodic protection methods used to prevent corrosion-related failures. It explains the fundamentals of corrosion, electrochemical reactions, corrosion cells, and factors that influence corrosion rates. Participants will learn about common forms of corrosion and their effects on industrial equipment, pipelines, tanks, and structures. The course introduces corrosion monitoring, inspection techniques, and methods for assessing corrosion damage. It covers the principles and applications of cathodic protection for controlling corrosion in metallic structures. Participants will understand sacrificial anode and impressed current cathodic protection systems. The course explains anode selection, current requirements, rectifiers, reference electrodes, and system design considerations. It also discusses cathodic protection criteria, potential measurements, testing, monitoring, and maintenance practices. Industrial applications in pipelines, storage tanks, offshore structures, marine systems, and buried equipment are addressed. The course helps engineers and technical professionals develop practical knowledge for improving asset reliability and extending equipment service life.