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  • Guide to Thermal Spray Coatings

    Credits: 8 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course provides a comprehinsive overview and thorough guidance on thermal spray coating systems, as they apply to engineering, operations, maintenance, and construction. It gives broad-base instructions on corrosion protection using thermal sprayed coatings, along with a complete description of the required techniques, and procedures for properly applying thermally-bonded coatings.

    Topics:

    • Introduction to Thermal Spraying Applications
    • Fundamentals of Thermal Spraying
    • Types and Characteristics of Various Coatings
    • Spraying Techniques and Processes
    • Specifications and Classifications of Thermal Spray Coats
    • Cost and Service Life
    • Considerations in Coating Selection
    • Inspections and Testing
    • Types and Characteristics of Sealers
    • Operation, Repair and Maintenance of Spray Equipment
    • Applicator and Equipment Qualifications
    • Safety Guidelines and Regulations

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
    (must be logged into your user account)


    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: This course is intended for industrial, manufacturing, civil, mechanical, and other engineering professionals whose job description may require a comprehensive knowledge of thermal spraying methods, and applications
    Publication Source: USACE

    Donald Parnell, PE

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