Session Chairman: Mr. Peter Harkins, Tinker & Rasor, San Gabriel, CA www.tinker-rasor.com
This is an intermediate course designed for those with at least 2 years of experience. The objective of the corrosion intermediate course is for each student to understand the forms of corrosion, corrosion control design, rectifier troubleshooting, isolation of cathodic protection systems, soil corrosivity, and coating inspection.
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*** TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2008 ***
1 pm - 2:30 pm FORMS OF CORROSION
Instructor: Dr. Vilupanur Ravi, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Corrosion is a rather complicated phenomenon involving both the material being corroded and the environment in which it is placed. Defending against corrosion becomes more feasible if one is able to classify corrosion phenomena based on the underlying mechanism of degradation. Fontana and Green pioneered this approach by advocating that corrosion be classified into eight forms, i.e., uniform corrosion, galvanic corrosion, crevice corrosion, pitting corrosion, intergranular corrosion, selective (leaching) corrosion, erosion corrosion, and stress corrosion. Each of these forms of corrosion will be discussed with relevant practical examples, and methods of prevention.
2:30 pm - 3 pm BREAK IN EXHIBIT HALL
3 pm - 4:30 pm INTRODUCTION TO CORROSION CONTROL DESIGN
Instructor: Mr. Jim Jenkins, Consultant, Cambria, CA www.cormat.com
A basic introduction to the integration of corrosion control considerations into the overall design process is presented. It includes design features which should be avoided such as crevices and features which trap and hold moisture, matching of materials performance to the service environment, the role of protective coatings in corrosion control, and the use of cathodic protection. Various methods of integrating corrosion control into the design process are described.
4:30 pm - 6 pm SOCIAL HOUR
*** WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2008 ***
8 am - 9:30 am DESIGN AND INSTALLATION OF DEEP ANODE GROUNDBEDS
Instructor: Mr. Steve McKim, American Construction & Supply, Mill Valley, CA www.americanconstruction.com
Methods, materials, and proper use of impressed deep anode groundbeds are discussed. How anode beds are designed and installed and various types of down-hole materials are presented.
9:30 am - 10 am BREAK IN EXHIBIT HALL
10 am - 11:30 am UNDERSTANDING SOIL CORROSIVITY
Instructor: Mr. James Keegan, Schiff Associates, Inc., Claremont, CA ww.schiffassociates.com
An overview of soil corrosivity parameters along with an understanding of common test methods, consideration, and data evaluation is discussed.
11:30 am - 1 pm LUNCH FOR ALL
1 pm - 2:30 pm COATING INSPECTION
Instructor: Barry Barman, CSI Services, Thousand Oaks, CA www.csiservices.biz
This presentation breaks the inspection process down into three main areas: surface preparation, coating application, and final inspection. A variety of coating inspection equipment will be on display and hands-on demonstrations will be conducted.
2:30 pm - 3 pm BREAK IN EXHIBIT HALL
3 pm - 4:30 pm CATHODIC PROTECTION RECTIFIER TROUBLESHOOTING
Instructor: Mr. Jonathan Loomis, Farwest Corrosion Control Co., Gardena, CA www.farwestcorrosion.com
Troubleshooting CP rectifiers will be discussed.
4:30 pm - 6 pm SOCIAL HOUR
*** THURSDAY, MAY 8, 2008 ***
8 am - 9:30 am DECOUPLING AND OVER-VOLTAGE PROTECTION ON CATHODICALLY PROTECTED STRUCTURES
Instructor: Mr. Michael Tachick, Dairyland Electrical Industries, Stoughton, WI www.dairyland.com
Cathodic protection requires isolation of the structure from grounding systems, yet this results in safety concerns during abnormal electrical conditions. Decoupling using approved devices and methods can provide DC isolation coupled with safety grounding for AC and lightning conditions. Applications of this approach include over-voltage protection of insulated joints, mitigation of induced AC voltage, decoupling electrical equipment such as motor-operated valves, and decoupling a site grounding system from the power company grounds.
9:30 am - 10 am BREAK IN EXHIBIT HALL
10 am - 11:30 am CONSTRUCTION PROBLEMS WITH SOME CATHODIC PROTECTION DESIGNS—A ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION
Monitor: Mr. Gary Matlack, GMC Electrical, Inc., Ontario, CA www.gmcelectrical.com
The discussion focuses on how the best engineered cathodic protection system can encounter unforeseen problems during field installation. A slide presentation will show some typical problems and their solutions.
11:30 am - 1 pm OPEN FORUM AND LUNCH
An informal open forum session will be held during lunch. Students are encouraged to participate. Comments are solicited regarding the material covered in the seminar and this is an excellent opportunity for students to ask additional questions about material covered in the seminar and provide input that will help to shape future seminars. There will also be a drawing for door prizes donated by the WSCS committee, exhibitors, and sponsors.
1 pm - 3 pm INTERMEDIATE COURSE EXAM
An Intermediate course examination will be given to those requesting it at the end of the seminar. Those students who pass the test will be awarded a certificate of successful completion of the intermediate course. The test is an open-book test. Test scores will be mailed to students and student's supervisor, if requested. Each student receives a hard bound book entitled "Corrosion Basics" on the first day of the course. The cost of this exam is $125 (book, exam, and certificate) in addition to the normal registration fee. GET MORE EXAM INFO
8 am - 5 pm (depending on test) NACE INTERNATIONAL CORROSION TECHNICIAN AND CORROSION TECHNOLOGIST CERTIFICATION EXAMINATIONS
Attendees at Western States Corrosion Seminar can apply to take the NACE International certification examination for Corrosion Technician, Corrosion Technologist, or other specialties. Persons who have taken the Fundamentals, Intermediate, Advanced, and/or Hands-On Sessions at WSCS should consider this an excellent opportunity to obtain professional recognition. GET MORE EXAM INFO
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