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Diploma · 800 h · 8 modules
Diploma in Anti-corrosion Protection
The Diploma in Corrosion ProtectionThis program will provide you with the tools and knowledge to become an expert in corrosion prevention and control, a problem that affects various industries and generates significant economic
Duration800 h
FormatOnline
Starts16 November
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Diploma in Anti-corrosion Protection?
The Diploma in Corrosion Protection
This program will provide you with the tools and knowledge to become an expert in corrosion prevention and control, a problem that affects various industries and generates significant economic losses. Learn to select and implement the best protection strategies, from coatings and paints to inhibitors and cathodic protection, optimizing the lifespan of structures and equipment. This program will enable you to develop the ability to diagnose, evaluate, and solve corrosion problems in various materials and environments.
Differential Advantages
- Practical Approach: Real-world case studies and simulations to apply acquired knowledge.
- Advanced Technologies: Familiarization with corrosion inspection, monitoring, and analysis techniques.
- Up-to-date Regulations: Knowledge of international regulations and standards in corrosion protection.
- Expert Instructors: Instruction provided by professionals with extensive industry experience.
- Immediate Applicability: Skills and knowledge to improve performance in your job.
Programme type
Diploma
Study mode
Online
Duration
800 hours
Modules
8
Start date
26-11-2026
Programme highlights
- Corrosion Fundamentals: Master the mechanisms and factors that influence material deterioration.
- Materials and Coatings: Learn to select the most suitable solutions for each environment and application.
- Inspection and Diagnostic Techniques: Apply advanced methods for the early detection and assessment of corrosive damage.
- Regulations and Standards: Understand international regulations and best practices in corrosion protection.
- Case Studies and Practical Exercises: Analyze real-world examples and develop problem-solving skills.
- Boost your career and become an expert in preventing material deterioration, ensuring the durability and safety of infrastructure.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 8 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Marine Corrosion Fundamentals
- Corrosion electrochemistry
- Environmental Factors: Salinity, Temperature and Oxygen
- Types of corrosion: Generalized, galvanic, by bites and by slit
- Microbiological corrosion
- Economic and safety impact
- Corrosion under tension and fatigue
- Corrosion by vagabond currents
- Labouratory corrosion tests
02
Materials and their behaviour
- Carbon and stainless steels
- Aluminum and light alloys
- Copper, bronze and other alloys
- Composite Materials
- Selection of materials for the marine environment
- Duplex and super duplex steels
- Titanium in marine applications
- Galvanic corrosion between materials
03
Surface preparation
- ISO 8501 standards and degrees of cleanliness
- Abrasive blasting and other methods
- Roughness profile
- Control of salts and pollutants
- Environmental conditions of application
- Preparation of surfaces in repairs
- Ultra high pressure water blasting
- Pre-application inspection
04
Coating Systems
- Epoxy, polyurethane and zinc paints
- Paint schemes according to ship zones
- Antifouling and AFS regulations
- Ballast Tank Coatings (PSPC)
- Selection of systems according to ISO 12944
- Glass and ceramic coatings
- Thermal metallic
- Splash zone coatings
05
Application of coatings
- Airless and conventional equipment
- Wet and dry thicknesses
- Repainting and curing times
- Application defects and their prevention
- In-App Security
- Application in tanks and confined spaces
- Control of ventilation and humidity
- Application Records
06
Cathodic protection
- Sacrificial anodes: zinc, aluminium and magnesium
- Printed Current (ICCP)
- System design and calculation
- Measurement of potentials
- Maintenance and Replacement
- Cathodic protection of offshore structures
- Cathodic protection of underwater pipes
- Interference between systems
07
Inspection and quality control
- Inspection Instruments
- Thickness and adhesion measurement
- Standards and certification of inspectors
- Technical reports
- Inspection and test plans
- Ballast tank inspection
- Evaluation of the status of the coating
- Class audits
08
Maintenance and anti-corrosive management
- Preventive maintenance plans
- Partial repairs and touch-ups
- Management in Dry-Docking
- Life Cycle Costs
- Paint Guarantee Management
- Corrosion management software
- Anti-corrosive performance indicators
- Sustainability and ecological coatings
Workload
Study Time and Workload
800 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
Hours a week8
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Who it is for
Engineers, architects, and construction technicians seeking to expand their knowledge in the selection and application of corrosion protection systems.Professionals in the oil, mining, and marine industries who need to specialize in corrosion prevention in structures and installations.Quality inspectors and auditors who need to deepen their understanding of corrosion assessment and control met
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Implement effective strategies
- 02Evaluate and select anti-corrosion systems
- 03Diagnosing and preventing premature failures
- 04Managing asset integrity
- 05Optimizing the lifespan of structures
- 06Monitoring quality in applications
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Coatings Inspector: Verification of the quality and application of anti-corrosion protection systems in various industries.
02Cathodic Protection Technician: Design, installation, maintenance, and monitoring of cathodic protection systems.
03Corrosion Consultant: Technical advice on material selection, design of protection systems, and corrosion risk assessment.
04Anti-Corrosion Maintenance Works Supervisor: Planning, coordination, and supervision of coating and protection system application projects.
05Quality Control Specialist: Development and implementation of quality control procedures for the application of anti-corrosion systems.
06Technical Sales Representative: Sales and technical advice on products and services related to anti-corrosion protection.
07Corrosion Researcher: Development of new technologies and materials for corrosion protection.
08Corrosion Protection Project Manager: Planning, execution, and control of corrosion protection projects, managing resources and deadlines.
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Questions
Entry Requirements
It is the deterioration of a material, usually metallic, due to a chemical or electrochemical reaction with its environment.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
To provide participants with theoretical and practical knowledge to prevent and control corrosion in different industrial environments.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna Institute + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
Academic/Professional Profile:Technical or university degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Corrosion, or a related field; or demonstrable professional experience in the inspection, application, or management of anti-corrosion coatings.Prior Knowledge:Basic knowledge of chemistry, metallurgy, and corrosion processes is recommended.Documentation:Updated Curriculum Vitae, copy of degree/academic certificate or proof of work experience, identification document (ID/Passport), letter of interest (optional).Technical Requirements (for online modality, if applicable):
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