Corrosion Engineering & Materials Selection

Introduction

Addresses corrosion mechanisms and materials selection for petroleum environments.

Objectives

• Understand corrosion processes
• Select suitable materials
• Reduce corrosion risks
• Improve asset integrity

Target Audience

Corrosion engineers

materials engineers.

5-Day Scientific Program

Day 1: Corrosion Fundamentals

• Corrosion mechanisms
• Environmental factors
• Corrosion forms
• Terminology

Day 2: Materials Selection

• Carbon steel
• Alloy steels
• Non-metallic materials
• Selection criteria

Day 3: Corrosion Control

• Coatings and linings
• Cathodic protection
• Chemical inhibition
• Design considerations

Day 4: Inspection & Monitoring

• Inspection techniques
• Monitoring systems
• Data interpretation
• Risk-based inspection

Day 5: Case Studies

• Corrosion failures
• Lessons learned
• Best practices
• Mitigation planning