COURSE OVERVIEW:

The meaning of Pipeline Corrosion Integrity Management (PCIM) refers to the comprehensive strategy used to protect buried and offshore pipelines from the destructive effects of corrosion. This course provides a structured approach to identifying corrosion threats, implementing preventative measures, and monitoring the effectiveness of these controls over time. It emphasizes the "Four Pillars" of corrosion management: materials selection, protective coatings, cathodic protection, and chemical inhibition. By mastering these elements, participants can significantly extend the operational life of pipeline infrastructure while minimizing environmental risks.

The scope of PCIM covers the technical and administrative processes required to comply with international regulations such as NACE SP0169 and ISO 15589. The training examines both internal corrosion, driven by the chemistry of the transported fluids, and external corrosion, driven by soil and water environments. Participants will explore the latest technologies in remote monitoring, indirect inspection surveys, and data analytics that allow for proactive rather than reactive maintenance. The course also addresses the critical role of human factors and organizational culture in maintaining a robust integrity program.

The coverage of this program includes ten modules that take the participant from the basic electrochemistry of corrosion to the implementation of a full-scale integrity management plan. Key topics include the design and maintenance of Cathodic Protection (CP) systems, the application of high-performance coatings, and the use of In-Line Inspection (ILI) data to validate corrosion growth rates. Special focus is given to "Difficult-to-Pig" pipelines and the use of External Corrosion Direct Assessment (ECDA) methodologies. The course concludes with a module on the financial aspects of corrosion, teaching participants how to build a business case for integrity investments.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

• Explain the electrochemical process of corrosion in pipeline environments.
• Identify the specific internal corrosion threats posed by H2S, CO2, and bacteria.
• Design a basic Cathodic Protection (CP) system for a buried pipeline.
• Evaluate the performance of various pipeline coating systems (FBE, 3LPE).
• Conduct and interpret Indirect Inspection surveys (CIS, DCVG, and PCM).
• Utilize the 4-Step Direct Assessment process (ECDA, ICDA, and SCCDA).
• Calculate corrosion growth rates based on historical inspection data.
• Assess the impact of stray currents from DC transit systems and power lines.
• Implement a Chemical Inhibition program for internal corrosion control.
• Analyze In-Line Inspection (ILI) reports to prioritize corrosion repairs.
• Develop a Pipeline Corrosion Management Plan (PCMP) for a new asset.
• Perform a cost-benefit analysis for different corrosion mitigation options.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Corrosion Engineers, Pipeline Operators, Integrity Management Personnel, CP Technicians, Coating Inspectors, and Project Managers involved in pipeline design and maintenance.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.