Introduction

Corrosion control in oil and gas facilities is a critical engineering discipline that ensures the integrity, safety, and operational reliability of upstream, midstream, and downstream assets. With increasing global energy demand, aging infrastructure, and harsh operating environments, corrosion-related failures remain one of the leading causes of pipeline leaks, equipment degradation, and unplanned shutdowns. Corrosion Control in Oil and Gas Facilities Training Course provides a comprehensive understanding of corrosion mechanisms, integrity management, asset protection strategies, cathodic protection systems, and advanced monitoring technologies used in modern oil and gas operations.

Participants will gain practical and theoretical insights into corrosion prevention engineering, materials selection, chemical treatment programs, risk-based inspection (RBI), and digital corrosion monitoring systems. The course integrates real-world case studies from offshore platforms, refineries, and pipeline networks, enabling professionals to develop robust corrosion mitigation strategies aligned with international standards such as NACE, API 571, API 580, and ISO 21457. This program is designed to enhance operational efficiency, extend asset life, and reduce lifecycle costs through advanced corrosion control practices.

Programme Curriculum

Corrosion Control in Oil and Gas Facilities Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Understand corrosion science and electrochemical mechanisms in oil and gas systems
Identify uniform, pitting, galvanic, and microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC)
Apply corrosion risk assessment (CRA) and risk-based inspection (RBI) methodologies
Design and evaluate cathodic protection systems
Implement corrosion monitoring techniques and smart sensor technologies
Optimize chemical injection and corrosion inhibitor programs
Select appropriate corrosion-resistant alloys
Interpret pipeline integrity management data and inspection reports
Apply API 571 damage mechanisms in failure analysis
Develop asset integrity management systems (AIMS)
Evaluate coating systems and surface protection technologies
Reduce downtime using predictive maintenance and digital twin models
Ensure compliance with NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156 sour service standards

Target Audience

Corrosion engineers and integrity engineers
Pipeline and process engineers
Maintenance and reliability engineers
Inspection and QA/QC professionals
Offshore and onshore facility operators
Petroleum engineering graduates and trainees
HSE and risk management officers
Asset integrity and plant managers

Course Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of Corrosion in Oil & Gas Systems

Electrochemical corrosion principles and thermodynamics
Types of corrosion in upstream and downstream operations
Environmental factors-temperature, salinity, CO₂, H₂S
Flow-induced corrosion and erosion-corrosion interaction
Case study: Pipeline failure due to CO₂ corrosion in offshore production line

Module 2: Materials Selection & Corrosion-Resistant Alloys

Carbon steel vs stainless steel performance
Duplex and super duplex stainless steels applications
Material degradation in sour service environments
NACE MR0175 compliance requirements
Case study: Material failure in gas sweetening unit due to improper alloy selection

Module 3: Cathodic Protection Systems Design

Sacrificial anode systems design principles
Impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) systems
Groundbed design and current distribution
CP system monitoring and maintenance
Case study: Underground pipeline protection failure due to poor CP current distribution

Module 4: Corrosion Inhibitors & Chemical Treatment Programs

Types of corrosion inhibitors
Injection system design and optimization
Water treatment and oxygen scavengers
Monitoring inhibitor efficiency in real time
Case study: Refinery heat exchanger corrosion due to ineffective chemical dosing

Module 5: Coating Systems & Surface Protection

Anti-corrosion coatings and linings
Surface preparation standards
FBE, epoxy, polyurethane coating systems
Coating failure mechanisms and blistering
Case study: Offshore platform structural corrosion due to coating breakdown

Module 6: Corrosion Monitoring & Inspection Technologies

Ultrasonic testing (UT), radiography, and smart pigging
Corrosion coupons and electrical resistance probes
Digital corrosion monitoring and IoT sensors
Data analytics for predictive corrosion trends
Case study: Early detection of pipeline thinning using intelligent pigging

Module 7: Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) & Integrity Management

API 580/581 RBI methodology
Probability and consequence of failure modeling
Inspection planning optimization
Asset integrity management systems (AIMS)
Case study: Refinery RBI implementation reducing inspection costs by 30%

Module 8: Failure Analysis & Advanced Corrosion Mechanisms

API 571 damage mechanism classification
MIC (microbiologically influenced corrosion)
Stress corrosion cracking (SCC) and hydrogen embrittlement
Root cause analysis (RCA) methodologies
Case study: Stress corrosion cracking in high-pressure gas pipeline

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Corrosion mechanisms Cathodic protection Material selection Integrity management

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 26 2026

26 Oct — 30 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000