Corrosion Under Insulation Specialist

Course overview

Asset integrity management is vital to reduce ongoing asset maintenance costs. Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) is one of the leading causes of asset degradation and in turn leads to serious financial implications for asset owners.

  • CUI is responsible for 40-60% of all piping maintenance costs
  • Over 80% of piping leaks occur in diameters smaller than 4″
  • CUI is associated with the most lengthy plant maintenance closures

Correct CUI management can significantly reduce asset and pipeline maintenance costs. This training course has been developed by industry experts and offers an insight into corrosion, corrosion under insulation and fireproofing, Inspection and management of assets.

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Course content

  • Introduction to CUI
  • Why CUI Occurs
  • Corrosion Fundamentals
  • Forms of Corrosion
  • Engineering Materials
  • History of Insulation
  • Introduction to Insulation
  • Design Considerations to Minimise CUI
  • Conducting Insulation Surveys
  • Coatings for CUI
  • Introduction to Thermal Metal Spray
  • CUI Detection Methods
  • Maintenance and Repair
  • Standards and Industry Best Practices

Study time

24 hours of online study over a 12-month period, followed by a 90-minute multiple choice online monitored final exam.

Course fee

£595 + £65 examination fee + VAT

Certificate/Qualification

Certificate of Achievement as a Corrosion Under Insulation Specialist
Accredited by Lloyd’s Register
Certification valid for 5 years

Course benefits

On completion of this course, students will have a detailed understanding of the CUI process to insulated and fireproofed structures. The course will provide students with industry knowledge on how to manage CUI with inspection and detection methods.

Following this course, students should be considered for careers in insulation and coating systems used for the protection of structures and the specific testing of products.

Entry criteria

There are no prerequisites to attend this course; however, personnel attending the course would benefit from:
• Painting Inspection qualification
• Insulation Inspector qualification
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