Protective Coating Specialist - Basic Principles (PCS 1)

Protective Coating Specialist - Basic Principles (PCS 1)

The PCS 1 Basic Principles introduces both the theoretical and practical aspects of using coatings to control corrosion and the economic benefits of managing them. Common corrosion control coatings are defined and when, how, and where they should be used.

Classroom instruction is comprised of lectures and open discussions.

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Who should attend

Planning, engineering, and supervisory level personnel responsible for industrial coatings and linings who are new to the field or position
Specifiers, maintenance, and project engineers in all industries
Marketing representatives of coatings materials or equipment
Unit managers involved in corrosion

Learning objectives

Define corrosion control and the purpose of coatings and linings
Identify the types of coating systems and select the appropriate one based on factoring considerations
Recognize the purpose of surface preparation and identify errors/omissions
Explain the methods of application and the standards associated with those methods
Produce desired results by understanding the importance of coating specification and pre-job conference
Conduct inspection and quality control and understand the instruments and tools required
Utilize instruments and tests to conduct inspection and quality control
Document and report data, recognize the importance of it and how it assists with maintenance planning

Prerequisites

Required

There are no required prerequisites for this course.

Course Completion

Successful completion of the course is required to earn a certificate of course completion. Requirements are specific to each course and may include a combination of attendance, daily assessments, activities, quizzes, or knowledge checks.

End of course exam

Successful completion of the written exam is required to earn a certificate of completion.

Protective Coating Specialist - Basic Principles (PCS 1)