🎯 Course Description:
This 5-day intensive course is tailored for professionals preparing for the NACE Coating Inspector Program Level 1 (CIP 1) certification. It covers basic principles of coating inspection, surface preparation, environmental controls, application techniques, standards, and reporting.
The training combines theoretical instruction with hands-on demonstrations and mock exams, ensuring participants are well-prepared for both the written and practical components of the NACE-CIP-1 exam. It closely follows the NACE CIP Body of Knowledge and is ideal for those beginning or advancing in the protective coatings field.
👥 Who Should Attend:
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Coating inspectors and QA/QC professionals
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Engineers and technicians working with protective coatings
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Individuals preparing for NACE CIP Level 1 certification
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Maintenance and asset integrity personnel
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Contractors and supervisors involved in coating projects
🗓️ Day 1: Introduction to Coating Inspection and Corrosion Basics
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Welcome, Course Overview, CIP Exam Preparation Strategy |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Corrosion Fundamentals – Causes, types, and control methods |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | Role of Coatings in Corrosion Protection – Barrier and sacrificial |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Introduction to Coating Inspection – Duties and ethics |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Standards and Specifications Overview – NACE, SSPC, ISO |
🗓️ Day 2: Surface Preparation and Environmental Conditions
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Surface Preparation Methods – Abrasive blasting, hand tools |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Surface Cleanliness Standards – SSPC-SP, ISO 8501 |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Surface Profile and Anchor Pattern – Measurement techniques |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Environmental Conditions – Dew point, humidity, temperature |
🗓️ Day 3: Coating Types and Application Techniques
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Coating Types and Functions – Epoxies, urethanes, zinc-rich |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Application Methods – Spray, brush, roller |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Film Thickness Measurement – Wet and dry film gauges |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Hands-On Practice – DFT and WFT measurements |
🗓️ Day 4: Inspection Tools, Defects, and Documentation
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Inspection Instruments and Calibration – Magnetic, electronic |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Common Coating Defects – Holidays, runs, pinholes, underfilm rust |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Holiday Detection Methods – Low voltage, high voltage |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Documentation and Reporting – Inspection reports, checklists |
🗓️ Day 5: Standards Review, Mock Exam, and Final Assessment
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Review of Key Standards and Codes – ISO, ASTM, SSPC, NACE |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Mock Written Exam (CIP1 Format) – With answer key and explanations |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Practical Demonstration and Evaluation – Equipment use and measurements |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Final Q&A, Feedback, Exam Tips, Certificate Distribution |
📂 Materials Provided:
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CIP-1 Preparation Manual (aligned with NACE Body of Knowledge)
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Surface preparation and coating application visual guides
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Standards summary: ISO, SSPC, ASTM, NACE
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Film thickness measurement and holiday detection worksheets
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Mock exam (written + answer key)
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Sample inspection reports and templates
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Certificate of Completion (non-NACE accredited, prep-only)
