Corrosion is a widespread and costly issue across various industries, particularly in concrete structures where steel reinforcement becomes exposed to atmospheric conditions and various chemical agents. Aggressive substances like carbon dioxide, de-icing chemicals, and seawater can penetrate moist concrete, leading to the corrosion of steel reinforcement. As corrosion products develop, they can cause cracks in the concrete, exposing the steel further. This initiates a cycle of deterioration, where both the concrete and reinforcement degrade, eventually resulting in structural failure.
This 5-day Energy Corrosion and Concrete Protection training course offers participants a deep understanding of corrosion and its impact on concrete systems. The course will help attendees identify corrosion-related issues, determine their underlying causes, and choose appropriate inspection, maintenance, and control strategies. This knowledge is essential for any organization looking to prevent the significant costs associated with corrosion-related damage and maintenance.
Key topics covered in this Energy training course include:
- Fundamentals of Corrosion Principles and Mechanisms
- Different Types of Corrosion Related to Concrete Systems
- Techniques for Corrosion Minimization, Control, and Protection
- Material Properties in Construction
- Methods for Corrosion Monitoring and Inspection
- Key Aspects of Corrosion Management
By the conclusion of this Energy training course, participants will be able to:
- Comprehend the core principles and mechanisms of corrosion.
- Identify the various types of corrosion, especially those affecting concrete systems.
- Recognize the environmental and aggressive agents that influence concrete corrosion.
- Apply suitable corrosion protection techniques, such as cathodic protection and coatings.
- Understand essential metallurgical concepts and the properties of construction materials.
- Design and implement corrosion inspection and control strategies effectively.
This Energy Corrosion and Concrete Protection training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The daily workshops will be highly interactive and participative. This involves regular discussion of applications as well as hands-on exposure to real life examples.
Participants will be provided with comprehensive hard and electronic training course notes and copies of all presentation material. Relevant computer simulations and videos will be utilised to help with the understanding of the various topics.
This Corrosion and Concrete Protection training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Maintenance and Inspection Engineers
- Construction Engineers
- Risk Assessment Personnel and Health & Safety Officers
- Facilities Engineers and Operators
- Managers and Supervisors
- Project Planners and Procurement Personnel
- Plant Contractors
Day One: Fundamental Principles of Corrosion
- Introduction to Principles of Corrosion
- Corrosion Cycle
- Kinetics of the Corrosion Reaction
- Electrochemical Reactions
- Anodic and Cathodic Reactions
- Galvanic Series
- Corrosion Rates
- Materials of Construction, Types and Properties of Steel
Day Two: Types of Corrosion relevant to Concrete Systems
- Forms of Corrosion
- Uniform Corrosion
- Bimetallic Corrosion
- Pitting Corrosion
- Concentration Cell Corrosion
- Stress Corrosion Cracking
- Erosion Corrosion
- Corrosion and Fatigue
Day Three: Corrosion in Concrete Structures and Influencing Factors
- Defects in Concrete Structures
- Corrosion Process in Concrete Structures
- Concrete System Corrosion Timeline
- Influence of the Environment
- Macro-cell Corrosion of Steel Reinforcement
- pH Levels and Alkalinity of Concrete
- Influence of Hydroxides
- Influence of Aggressive Agents and Solutions, Carbon Dioxide, Sea Water, etc.
- Carbonation
- Chloride Contamination
- Chloride Limits for Various Types of Concrete Systems, Reinforced, Pre-stressed, etc.
- Penetration of Concrete Structures
- Porosity and Permeability
- Corrosion induced Cracking of Concrete
Day Four: Concrete Structures Corrosion Inspection and Monitoring
- Design against Corrosion
- Methods to Control or Prevention
- Cathodic Protection Systems
- Impressed-current Protection
- Sacrificial Concrete Anode Systems and Anode Mesh Systems
- Thermal Spray Anodes
- Reinforced Steel Coatings
- Repair and Rehabilitation of Concrete
- Identify Rehabilitation Alternatives
- Relevant Standards
Day Five: Inspection and Monitoring of Concrete Structures Corrosion
- Determining Possible Causes of Failure
- Preliminary and Detailed Inspections
- Delamination Survey
- Core Extraction and Testing
- Nondestructive Testing of to Determine Concrete Cracks
- Crack Survey
- Pachometer (Cover) Survey
- Chloride Content Determination
- Moisture Content Determination
- Half-cell Potential