Fundamentals of Protective Coatings (C-1)
Level: Basic
Duration: 5 Days / 40 Hours, Includes Course Exam
Class Times: Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00
Cost: Member $995, Non-Member $1,195
Credits: 3.8 CEU’s
Course Exam Only (1 day):
SSPC Member $250/Non-Member $450
Class Times: Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00
Cost: Member $995, Non-Member $1195
Credits: 3.8 CEU’s
Course Exam Only (1 day): (Includes exam and student manual)
SSPC Member $250/Non-Member $450
Written Exam Retake Fee - $100
Contact Dee Boyle to schedule
412.281.2331, Ext 2202 • boyle@sspc.org
Course Description
This course provides a practical and comprehensive overview for those who are new
to the protective coatings industry. It is also an ideal refresher for reviewing the fundamentals of corrosion and
the use of coatings as a protective mechanism against corrosion and deterioration of industrial structures.
Course Content
– Corrosion and Corrosion Control
– Coating Types and Their Mechanisms and Protection
– Surface Preparation for Painting
– Application of Coatings
– Inspection and Quality Control
– Coatings for Steel Structures
– Coating Degradation, Defects, and Failures
– Coating of Concrete Surfaces
– Safety in Painting Operations
Benefits of Attending
After attending this course, you will be able to:
- Identify types of corrosion and select coatings that meet project demands.
- Recognize the different types of coatings available and the various
mechanisms at work in the process of protection.
- Discuss how proper surface preparation is critical to achieving the maximum
level of protection available through protective coating systems.
- Describe the inspection equipment and methods used to ensure that all
specification requirements are met.
- Classify coating selection and application by facility and service environment.
- List the factors that accelerate coating deterioration and the techniques used
to avoid common defects.
- Distinguish the unique selection and application problems with coating
concrete surfaces.
- Recognize the safety hazards involved in coating operations and the
responsibilities of management and workers in safety training and practices.
Course Format
Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual that includes a glossary of
terms, references for additional reading, and copies of relevant handouts, standards,
and regulations.
The written exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions. To receive a certificate
and CEU's, you must attend all 40 hours of the course and attain a 70% or better
score on the exam.
Who Should Attend
Contractors, engineers, inspectors, consultants, facility owners, technical services
and sales reps.
DoD Funded Training
Under the DoD Corrosion Prevention and Control
Program, funding has been provided to train DoD,
Army, Navy and Airforce personnel in SSPC’s C1
Course. For more information on how to take
advantage of attending this course for free, contact
Jennifer Merck at 877. 281.7772, ext 2221 or merck@ sspc.org.
SSPC C-1 Online
The C-1 eCourse starts on the 15th of each month
throughout the year. Each semester is 20 weeks
(5 months).
Students can work at their own pace over the 20-
week period to complete the units, workshops, and
quizzes. The final exam is also completed online.
Important:
C-1 fulfills part of your training requirement for SSPC Protective
Coatings Specialist (PCS) Certification. All students interested
in pursuing PCS Certification,
having less than 15 years coatings
experience, must take the C-1 Exam
and the C-2 Course prior to applying
to sit for PCS exam. Individuals who
are unfamiliar with the fundamentals
of coatings technology should
consider taking C-1 prior to C-2.
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