The corrosion profession, and the certified professionals who work in the industry, are committed to protecting people, assets, and the environment from the effects of corrosion. Those tasked with delivering the technical expertise to society must conduct their work with the knowledge and understanding of the ethical principles expected and required of those professionals. The AMPP Code of Ethics is discussed in conjunction with relevant case studies and features real-life ethical violations of the AMPP attestations. Frameworks for making ethical decisions are also reviewed in this course along with the factors in the corrosion industry that can lead to unethical behavior. This is an online self-paced course which should take 1.5 – 2 hours to complete. The course includes open navigation through the course, six downloadable job aids, an Attestation, and a clean, streamlined look and feel.  Who should attend This program benefits anyone working within the Corrosion industry who may be in a position where they are faced with ethical decision making including: Apprentices Technicians Salespersons Inspectors Quality Control Managers Engineers   Full Course Description and Purchase

The Cathodic Protection Specialist certification covers the theoretical concepts behind the design and considerations that influence the design and calculations (including attenuation) of a cathodic protection system. It is for individuals who are responsible for the design, installation, and maintenance of cathodic protection systems. Who should pursue and apply? This program is intended for persons with extensive CP work experience and technical knowledge. Those who achieve this certification are leaders in the field of CP concepts, design, and systems. Full Course Description and Purchase

The Cathodic Protection Technologist certification indicates knowledge of theoretical concepts and practical application of cathodic protection with a strong focus on interpretation of cathodic protection data, and cathodic protection troubleshooting. This certification is designed for individuals with a heavy engineering/scientific background and extensive working knowledge of cathodic protection, or who have extensive years of field experience with some technical background. Who should pursue and apply? This program is intended for persons with extensive field experience and a strong CP technical knowledge who need an understanding of CP design procedures based on an improved knowledge of CP concepts.   Full Course Description and Purchase

The C2 eCourse is designed to provide an overview of the principles of planning, awarding, and monitoring the quality of new construction or maintenance coating projects. After completing this training program, students will be familiar with tools to develop effective coating projects and play a more active role in managing painting projects to successful completion. This course includes downloadable job aids, learning activities, and knowledge check questions throughout each module. Who should attend Contractors, engineers, inspectors, consultants, facility owners, technical services, and sales reps.   Full Course Description and Purchase

This course covers a basic but thorough review of causes of corrosion and the methods by which corrosion is identified, monitored, and controlled. Active participation is encouraged through hands-on experiments, case studies, and open discussion format. The Corrosion Foundations micro-credential is geared toward candidates who recognize corrosion and understand its devastating potential. Candidates should also understand the importance of monitoring and/or corrosion control, especially as it relates to his or her area of responsibility. Who should attend Anyone who needs the ability to recognize corrosion and understand its devastating potential, and how to monitor and/or control corrosion, especially as it relates to his or her area of responsibility. This includes: Technicians Salespersons Inspectors Managers Engineers   Full Course Description and Purchase

In the early morning hours of June 24, 2021, the Champlain Towers Condominium partially collapsed resulting in the loss of 98 lives. The almost 40-year-old structure was built using reinforced concrete and exhibited signs of corrosion. While the federal investigation continues, AMPP has created this eCourse, using this event as the backdrop and case study, to raise awareness of the significant threat reinforced concrete corrosion can cause.  This four-hour course provides a high-level overview of how to protect, inspect, and repair reinforced concrete structures. It does not, however, explain the reason for the collapse or provide any information not publicly available. Learning activities, in-course knowledge checks and recommended reading are also included with the course. Who should attend While this course has no pre-requisite or currently part of a learning path, it’s in intended for anyone with interest in reinforced concrete corrosion including: Project managers, supervisors/foreman, specifiers, and engineers Contractors and field personnel Maintenance and quality assurance/control (QA/QC) personnel Coating manufacturers and technical sales representatives Material and equipment supplier personnel   Full Course Description and Purchase

This course provides a fresh insight and a comprehensive overview of Protective Coatings. While this course is intended for those new to the protective coatings industry, the course provides details about protective coatings, preparing surfaces, and how to get the best performance from a coating. It’s also an ideal refresher on the fundamentals of coatings and the use of coatings as a protective mechanism. Who should attend: Painting contractors Engineers Inspectors Consultants Facility Owners Technical services and sales representatives   Full Course Description and Purchase If you are interested in the in-person version of this course, please learn more about how to   host a course  at your facility.

Refresh your CP knowledge before your certification exam with our virtual CP4 Refresher Course. This one-day course highlights the material in the CP4 Specialist five-day class. The one-day virtual course is designed for those who would like a review of the CP4 course with a live AMPP-certified instructor to refresh their skills. Who should attend Students who have previously taken the in-person or virtual CP4 Specialist class and would like to review the course material.   Full Course Description and Purchase

Refresh your CP knowledge before your certification exam with our virtual CP3 Refresher Course. This one-day course highlights the material in the CP3 Technologist five-day class. The one-day virtual course is designed for those who would like a review of the CP3 course with a live AMPP-certified instructor to refresh their skills. Who should attend Students who have previously taken the in-person or virtual CP3 Technologist class and would like to review the course material.   Full Course Description and Purchase

This 90-minute course presents at a high-level the surface preparation process for steel with an overview of hand and power-tool cleaning, dry abrasive blasting and waterjetting as well as the associated standards referenced when these methods are used to prepare steel for the application of protective coatings. Who should attend CIP participants seeking to expand their knowledge of bridge coating inspection. Other candidates for this course may include: Anyone new to the coatings or inspection industries Program/project managers and engineers Quality assurance/control managers Contractors and specification writers Maintenance personnel or blasters   Full Course Description and Purchase

Controlling Corrosion in the Amusement Park Industry Course The Coatings Foundations for Amusement Parks micro-credential is geared toward candidates who understand the need for corrosion control as it relates to amusement park assets. Candidates should understand the importance of coatings as it relates to corrosion control for amusement park assets and be able to explain the four components of a coating, why coatings are used, and the difference between generalized and localized corrosion. Candidates for this micro-credential includes coatings contractors, specification writers, amusement park safety and facility personnel, as well as amusement park owners / operators and maintenance personnel. Who should pursue and apply? Coating contractors Specification writers Amusement park maintenance personnel Amusement park safety and facility managers Amusement park owners and operators   Full Course Description and Purchase

AMPP is delivering a virtual alternative to CIP 2. Take the course anytime, anywhere. Learn from home, or wherever you are, with the new CIP 2 Blended Course. Courses are led by the same trusted CIP Certified instructors, only virtually. So what does a blended program look like? Part I (Virtual Classroom) of the course is provided online over a two-day period, in a virtual classroom with a live instructor. Part II (Practical Classroom) of the course is 3 days of in-person instruction, group exercises and case studies based on real-life situations and practices of a coating inspector. Our blended learning programs are only offered through our registered training providers or as an in-house option. Those interested should contact AMPP for an  in-house  quote or identify a  licensee  in their area who may have an offering on the schedule.   Full Course Description and Purchase

AMPP is delivering a virtual alternative to CIP 1 that students can take anytime, anywhere. Learn from home, or wherever you are, with the new CIP 1 Blended Program. Led by the same trusted CIP Certified instructors, only virtually. So what does a blended program look like? Part I (Virtual Classroom) of the course is provided online over a two-day period, in a virtual classroom with a live instructor. Part II (Practical Classroom) of the course is 3 days of in-person instruction, including a hands-on lab, demonstrations, and instruction in a coatings lab. Our blended learning programs are only offered through our registered training providers or as an in-house option. Those interested should contact AMPP for an  in-house  quote or identify a  licensee  in their area who may have an offering on the schedule.   Full Course Description and Purchase

SSPC-PA 2 is one of the most frequently specified standards for frequency and acceptability of dry film thickness measurements. This 90-minute eCourse demonstrates how to complete the measurements described in the SSPC-PA 2 standard. Through visual examples, many filmed at an actual job site, students will learn the frequency of spot measurements on pipe spools, test panels, coated steel beams and pipe sections. Students will also gain valuable practice in determining whether the film thickness in a given area conforms to the various coating thickness restriction levels outlines within the SSPC-PA 2 standard. Who should attend Facility Owners Specifiers Inspectors Supervisors QA/QC personnel Engineering firms Project managers Coating manufacturers or sales reps   Full Course Description and Purchase

This 5-hour online course focuses on the role and responsibilities of a competent person in industrial coating operations' safety and health programs. This eCourse will cover risk management methods, common coating occupational hazards, impairment monitoring, handling workplace accidents and effective disciplinary action, types of insurance, determining the Experience Modifier Rate (EMR), and preparing a job hazard analysis (JHA). Discover new ways to engage employees while managing safety, health, and environmental risks in industrial painting operations. This course includes downloadable job aids, learning activities, and knowledge check questions throughout each module. Who should attend Individuals responsible for the development, implementation and/or management of an Industrial Painting Contractor’s Safety and Health Program at both the corporate and site-specific levels.   Full Course Description and Purchase

The coatings industry is a highly technical field that requires skilled personnel to perform quality surface preparation and protective coatings application. The Industrial Coating Application Online Program is a comprehensive training program based on the NACE No. 13/SSPC-ACS-1 standard that sets the criteria for a qualified workforce that can meet contractors' and facility owners' need for consistent, quality work completed accurately, safely, and at a reasonable cost. The eCourse features engaging slides, short quizzes, and downloadable resources that can be used on the job. This one-of-a-kind program is designed to allow you to pick and choose which modules you’d like to take. See below for more information on what each module covers. Who is the ICA Program for? This must-take, interactive program is designed for anyone new to the coatings industry, as well as safety directors, contractors, foremen, supervisors, applicators, and inspectors.  Full Course Description and Purchase

Walk into the cathodic protection classroom or field with a strong math, electricity, and chemistry foundation gained from this course. This course provides a thorough review of basic math, chemistry, and electrical fundamentals through step-by-step examples, self-study practice problems, and downloadable job-aids. This 4-hour short course includes audio narration with transcripts and on-demand viewing and bookmarking capabilities that enable you to complete the course as your schedule allows. Who should attend Anyone in the cathodic protection industry who needs to understand the calculations and electrical functions involved when working in cathodic protection. This course also serves as a solid prep for CP1 or a great review before CP2. Full Course Description and Purchase

The Fireproofing Inspector eCourse is an online course that creates an increased awareness of fireproofing and proper inspection of applied protective coatings. This course is of benefit to individuals such as plant managers, asset owners, coating and fire protection suppliers. Who should attend? Coatings project managers, quality managers, inspectors, contractor supervisory level personnel, coating specification writers or coatings or equipment suppliers, coating consultants, or technical service representatives involved in the steel protective coatings industry.   Full Course Description and Purchase

With double the lifespan of other building materials, concrete is widely considered to be the most popular building material because of its strength, durability, low cost and versatility. Concrete Coating Basics covers topics that include concrete condition assessment, joint and crack repair, concrete coating types as well as an overview of surface preparation, application, and post installation guidelines for quality. This 8-hour, fully responsive, online course contains eight (8) core content modules with downloadable job aids, learning activities, and knowledge check questions throughout each module. Who should attend From applicator to engineer, this eCourse is designed to benefit all individuals in the concrete coating industry including: Supervisors, foreman and managers Contractors and field personnel Specifiers, engineers and inspectors Technical representatives Material and equipment suppliers   Full Course Description and Purchase

CPC planning is the most efficient method for effectively addressing and reducing the impact of corrosion at every stage of a product or facility’s lifecycle. This eCourse walks through the NACE SP21412-2016/SSPC-CPC 1 standard, diving into the key aspects of CPC planning for products and facilities. It covers: attributes that impact CPC planning; considerations for material selection and design to minimize corrosion; and items that should be addressed in CPC planning which affect CPC in design, fabrication and construction, operation and use, and maintenance and sustainability. Who should attend Anyone who is responsible for developing corrosion prevention and control policies or plans, including: Public and private facility owners Managers Technicians Suppliers Inspectors Procurement officers Project managers Inspectors Procurement officers Project managers   Full Course Description and Purchase