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  • Principles of Metal Corrosion

    Credits : 4 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    Corrosion is present to some extent in all applications of metals in engineering structures or devices. Corrosion can lead to unexpected maintenance expenses and also can produce catastrophic failure, if it proceeds far enough without being observed and remedial steps taken.

    This course provides an introduction to the study of corrosion of metals. A basic understanding of the causes and prevention of corrosion is essential knowledge that all engineers involved in the design and maintenance of items made of metal should possess.

    Topics:

    • Corrosion theory, including corrosion as the action of an electrochemical cell, oxidation-reduction reactions, and passivity and polarization of metal
    • Conditions leading to general corrosion and the corrosion of iron
    • Factors affecting the rate of corrosion and the corrosion of aluminum
    • Galvanic corrosion and its prevention
    • Specialized corrosion such as pitting and crevice corrosion
    • Stress corrosion cracking
    • How the rate of corrosion is affected by various factors

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

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

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    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
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    Intended Audience: suitable course for electrical, mechanical, civil, energy, chemical, environmental, construction,and industrial engineers.
    Publication Source: US Dept. of Energy

    Mark Rossow PhD, PE (retired)

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