About Our Corrosion Management & Material Selection Course

Time Training Center’s 30-hour Corrosion Management & Material Selection in Process Operations Course equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to manage corrosion and optimize material selection in downstream oil and gas facilities, particularly within refinery process environments. Participants gain critical insight into corrosion mechanisms and metallurgical failures affecting both process and utility units.

The course provides a practical and theoretical framework for understanding how corrosion impacts operational reliability, safety, and performance. It emphasizes identifying corrosion types common in refining and petrochemical industries, highlights areas prone to high-temperature and chemical corrosion, and presents effective mitigation techniques.

Additionally, participants learn material selection strategies aligned with industry standards such as NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 and NACE MR0103, along with inspection, monitoring, and failure analysis methods. This enables proactive corrosion management throughout the lifecycle of plant equipment, ensuring safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

Corrosion Management & Material Selection Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this  Corrosion Management & Material Selection in Process Operations  course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles of corrosion mechanisms and material degradation in refinery and petrochemical operations
• Develop and apply comprehensive corrosion control strategies for process and utility systems
• Identify dominant corrosion types in refining units and evaluate susceptible equipment and plant areas
• Select appropriate materials to mitigate corrosion, including those for sour service and high-temperature applications
• Interpret and apply standards such as NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 and MR0103 for corrosion prevention in sour environments
• Recognise mechanical failures influenced by corrosion and adopt preventive techniques
• Address corrosion challenges specific to utility units such as cooling systems, amine units, and sulfur recovery units
• Evaluate chemical, thermal, and metallurgical factors influencing corrosion in pipelines and static equipment
• Apply effective inspection methods, corrosion monitoring techniques, and failure analysis tools in accordance with international standards
• Define the role of corrosion and materials engineers throughout the lifecycle of industrial projects from design to commissioning and operation

Who Should Attend Our Corrosion Management & Material Selection Course?

This course is highly beneficial for professionals across various disciplines involved in corrosion control, inspection, and materials management in oil, gas, and petrochemical operations, including:

• Corrosion Engineers and Specialists
• Process Engineers and Operations Engineers
• Metallurgists and Materials Engineers
• Mechanical Engineers and Equipment Engineers
• Inspection Engineers and Supervisors
• Maintenance Engineers and Planners
• Team Leaders, Supervisors, and Managers
• Construction and Commissioning Engineers
• Asset Integrity and Reliability Engineers
• Technologists and Technicians involved in corrosion monitoring
• Refinery Chemists and Chemical Engineers
• Safety Officers and Environmental Specialists
• Design Engineers and EPC Contractors
• Oil & Gas Service Company Representatives
• New Petroleum Engineers and Asset Management Personnel
• Professionals responsible for detecting, monitoring, and preventing corrosion in piping, pipelines, pressure vessels, and process systems

Corrosion Management & Material Selection Course Training Methodology

We employ a comprehensive and applied learning strategy, integrating theory with real-world implementation:

• 30% Conceptual Learning: Expert-led sessions on catalytic theory and engineering principles
• 20% Interactive Workshops: Group exercises, presentations, and technical discussion forums
• 30% Case-Based Learning: Industry-specific examples and troubleshooting scenarios
• 20% Technology Integration: Digital tools, simulations, and catalyst modeling applications

Note: Instructors may adjust the training approach to fit technical requirements or participant engagement levels.

Corrosion Management & Material Selection Course Instructor

Our courses are delivered by highly qualified instructors with extensive experience in both industry and academia. With decades of hands-on expertise across a wide range of technical disciplines, our instructors are dedicated to providing high-quality, impactful training that equips participants with practical knowledge and skills they can immediately apply. Full instructor profiles are available upon request.

Corrosion Management & Material Selection Course Fees

The course fee includes the following:

• Course Materials: Comprehensive participant materials, including lecture notes, slides, and case study documents. (Tablet or IPAD)
• Coffee/Tea: Provided on arrival and during morning and afternoon breaks to keep participants refreshed.
• Buffet Lunch: Served daily to ensure participants have an opportunity to network and recharge during lunch breaks.

Corrosion Management & Material Selection Course Outline

Module 1: Fundamentals of Materials and Corrosion

• Pre-test assessment of existing knowledge
• Introduction to materials classification
• Basics of corrosion control techniques
• Overview of corrosion mechanisms in oil and gas

Module 2: Corrosion in Refinery and Petrochemical Operations

• Low-temperature corrosion
• High-temperature corrosion and failure mechanisms
• Sour service failures and interpretation of NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 and MR0103
• Corrosion in oil, gas, and water transmission pipelines

Module 3: Materials Selection and Corrosion Forms

• Principles of material selection in corrosive environments
• Dominant corrosion types in petrochemical plants
• Corrosion under insulation (CUI)
• Metallurgically influenced corrosion
• Mechanically assisted degradation

Module 4: Corrosion Protection Strategies

• Fundamentals of corrosion protection in aqueous environments
• Coating systems and surface protection
• Use of process chemical additives
• Electrochemical corrosion control and design principles

Module 5: Corrosion in Process and Utility Units

• Corrosion in cooling water systems and environmental variable control
• Amine treating unit corrosion mechanisms
• Sulfur recovery unit corrosion behavior
• Corrosion by chlorine, alkalis, hypochlorite, and ammonia
• Acid corrosion (sulfuric, nitric, phosphoric, HF, hydrochloric, and organic acids)

Module 6: Downstream Applications and Inspection Techniques

• Materials of construction for downstream oil and gas applications
• Inspection methods and monitoring strategies in petrochemical plants
• Failure analysis techniques used in downstream facilities
• Overview of applicable international standards
• Role of corrosion and materials engineers in project phases—from design to operations

Module 7: Capstone and Assessment

• Review of Core Topics and Key Learnings
• Final Group Discussion and Q&A
• Post-Test Evaluation
• Certificate Presentation

Course Completion Certificate

Upon successfully completing the Corrosion Management & Material Selection in Process Operations Course at Time Training Center, participants will receive an official Course Completion Certificate. This certificate recognizes their knowledge and practical skills in corrosion management, material selection, and best practices for safe and efficient process operations.