Course - CP2 Cathodic Protection Technician - Maritime

The CP 2-Cathodic Protection Technician - Maritime Course is an intensive 6-day course that presents CP technology to prepare students for the NACE Cathodic Protection Technician Certification Examination. The course represents a parallel path to certification with specific discussion pertaining to shipboard cathodic protection. Course topics include intermediate-level discussions of corrosion theory and CP concepts, types of CP systems including those specific to ships, AC and DC stray current interference, and advanced field measurement techniques some of which are specific to ships. This course provides both theoretical knowledge and practical techniques for testing and evaluating data to determine the effectiveness of both galvanic and impressed current CP systems and to gather design data. The course involves lectures and hands-on training with equipment and instruments used in CP testing. Hands-on training at outdoor facilities is also included, weather permitting.

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This course is designed for individuals who work in the marine industry, have a working knowledge of shipboard cathodic protection, or have extensive years of CP field experience with a technical background. Students must complete a preliminary application for certification at least 60 days in advance so that education and prerequisites can be verified. Knowledge of the following subjects are necessary for understanding the material in this course: in-depth high school chemistry and mathematics courses (algebra, balancing equations, conversions of units, logarithms, and graphs); the NACE Basic Corrosion course, CP 1—Cathodic Protection Tester or equivalent; and comprehensive knowledge of electrochemistry, electricity, electrical laws and series and parallel circuits, meter operation, and CP fundamentals.

Skill Assessment

Upon successful completion of the Cathodic Protection Technician Examination, a Certified NACE Cathodic Protection Technician will have passed an open book, written exam and a closed book, practical exam with a grade of 70% or greater that includes various levels of assessment of the following skill and knowledge factors:

  • Perform advanced field tests (including current requirement test, shorted casing test, IR drop test, soil resistivity, and interference tests) and evaluate the results
  • Perform tests to verify the presence of stray current interference and recommend method(s) to mitigate the interference
  • Understand AC voltage and its mitigation
  • Maintenance of documentation and records, including data plotting and analysis
  • uct and understand the importance of periodic surveys, including IR- Free readings, polarization decay tests and current measurements
  • and troubleshoot rectifier component parts
  • Understand corrosion coupon test stations
  • Understand code requirements related to CP
Course Fees
RegistrationPrice
Regular Registration - CP2 Maritime- (Member) $1,645.00
Advance Registration - CP2 Maritime- (Member) $1,495.00
Regular Registration - CP2 Maritime- (Non-Member) $1,820.00
Advance Registration - CP2 Maritime- (Non-Member) $1,670.00

Advance registration fees and registration form must be received at NACE Headquarters 35 days prior to start date of course.

Prerequisites
For each path, all prerequisites must be met in order to apply for the CP2–Cathodic Protection Technician - Maritime Course

Path 1 Path 2 Path 3
3 years CP work experience 1 year CP work experience 2 years CP work experience
High school diploma or GED including algebra and logarithms training 4-year physical science or engineering degree 2-year post high school training from an approved math or science technical/trade school including algebra and logarithms training
CP Tester Certification or equivalent training CP Tester Certification or equivalent training CP Tester Certification or equivalent training
Course Highlights
  • Corrosion Theory
  • CP Fundamentals
  • CP Systems
  • Corrosion Resistant Materials Used in Marine Vessels
  • DC Power Sources for CP and Shipboard CP
  • Safety Specific to CP
  • Field Measurements Specific to Marine Vessels
  • Stray Current and CP Interference
  • Monitoring CP Systems
  • Troubleshooting
Related Certifications/Qualifications

No related certifications.

Schedule Summary
 Start TimeEnd Time
Day 11:00 PM6:30 PM
Day 28:00 AM6:30 PM
Day 38:00 AM6:30 PM
Day 48:00 AM6:30 PM
Day 58:00 AM6:30 PM
Day 68:00 AM3:00 PM