NACE Senior Corrosion Technologist (SCT) Certification Exam Preparation Course

Intensive 5-Day Training Program for KSA, Oman, GCC & Africa

Course Overview

This comprehensive 5-day intensive training program prepares corrosion professionals for the AMPP (formerly NACE) Senior Corrosion Technologist (SCT) certification exam. Designed specifically for oil & gas, petrochemical, marine, and industrial sectors across Saudi Arabia, Oman, GCC countries, and Africa, this course covers all six examination domains with practical applications relevant to regional operations.

Exam Details: 140 multiple-choice questions | 240 minutes | Computer-Based Testing (CBT) | Pass/Fail grading

Target Audience: Corrosion engineers, materials specialists, integrity engineers, coating inspectors, and maintenance professionals with 4-8+ years of experience seeking career advancement and international certification recognition.

Detailed 5-Day Course Outline

DAY 1: METALLURGY & MATERIALS SELECTION (Domain 1: 19-23%)

Morning Session:

• SCT certification exam structure and success strategies

• Fundamental metallurgy: crystal structures, phase diagrams, mechanical properties

• Carbon and low alloy steels: composition, classification (AISI/SAE), heat treatment effects

• Corrosion characteristics of carbon steel in oil & gas environments

Afternoon Session:

• Stainless steel systems: austenitic (300 series), ferritic, martensitic, duplex classifications

• Passivation mechanisms and sensitization phenomena

• Material selection using NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 for sour service applications

• Corrosion resistant alloys (CRAs) for harsh environments

• Galvanic compatibility and bimetallic corrosion

• Practice: 30 exam-style questions with detailed solutions

Key Learning Outcomes: Understanding material properties, proper alloy selection for specific corrosive environments, compliance with international standards for Saudi Aramco, ADNOC, PDO, and NNPC specifications.

DAY 2: CHEMICAL TREATMENT & CATHODIC PROTECTION (Domains 2 & 3: 42-50%)

Morning Session - Chemical Treatment (Domain 2: 18-22%):

• Pipeline internal corrosion mechanisms (sweet/sour corrosion)

• Corrosion inhibitors: film-forming, neutralizing, scavenger types

• Inhibitor selection criteria and performance testing (ASTM, NACE standards)

• Dosage calculations and injection system design

• Organic and inorganic material properties in corrosive media

• Monitoring programs and effectiveness evaluation

Afternoon Session - Cathodic Protection (Domain 3: 24-28%):

• Electrochemical fundamentals of cathodic protection

• Galvanic series and electrode potentials

• CP criteria: -850mV CSE, 100mV polarization shift

• Galvanic (sacrificial) anode systems design

• Impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) systems

• Stray current interference detection and mitigation

• NACE SP0169 standard for underground pipeline protection

• CP applications: pipelines, storage tanks, marine structures, offshore platforms

• Practice: 40 questions including calculation problems (current requirements, anode life predictions)

Regional Focus: Applications in GCC pipeline networks, offshore platforms in Arabian Gulf, and African oil field infrastructure.

DAY 3: PROTECTIVE COATINGS SYSTEMS (Domain 4: 21-25%)

Morning Session:

• Surface preparation standards: NACE/SSPC SP 5, SP 10, SP 6

• Surface cleanliness requirements and anchor pattern specifications

• Environmental conditions for coating application

• Coating types: epoxies, polyurethanes, zinc silicates, acrylics

• Curing mechanisms: evaporation, oxidation, polymerization, moisture cure

• Coating thickness measurement and DFT specifications

Afternoon Session:

• Application methods: airless spray, HVLP, plural component equipment

• Quality control: holiday detection, adhesion testing, inspection procedures

• Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI): susceptible materials, temperature ranges, detection methods

• Coating failures: blistering, delamination, osmotic blistering, cathodic disbondment

• Fitz Atlas interpretation for defect identification

• Hot-dip galvanizing and thermal spray coatings (TSA/TSZ)

• NORSOK M-501 surface preparation standards

• Practice: 35 coating-related questions and defect identification exercises

Industry Applications: Offshore platform coatings, pipeline external coatings, storage tank linings, refinery equipment protection across Middle East harsh climates.

DAY 4: INTERNAL CORROSION & PLANNING/SAFETY (Domains 5 & 6: 7-14%)

Morning Session - Internal Corrosion (Domain 5: 5-9%):

• Sweet corrosion (CO₂) and sour corrosion (H₂S) mechanisms

• Flow-assisted corrosion and erosion-corrosion

• Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC)

• Sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) and acid-producing bacteria (APB)

• Biofilm formation and bioprobe testing

• Corrosion monitoring techniques:

  • Corrosion coupons (NACE SP0775 standard)

  • Electrical resistance (ER) probes

  • Linear polarization resistance (LPR)

  • Ultrasonic thickness testing

• Corrosion rate calculations and data interpretation

Afternoon Session:

• Chemical treatment programs for internal corrosion control

• Oxygen scavengers: sodium sulfite, hydrazine applications

• pH control and alkalinity management in cooling water systems

• Biocide treatment programs and dosage calculations

Planning & Safety (Domain 6: 2-5%):

• Job site safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Chemical hazards and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) interpretation

• Hot work permits and confined space entry procedures

• OSHA, ISO safety standards compliance

• Risk assessment and Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

• Environmental regulations in GCC and African countries

• API 570, 510, 571, 653 inspection codes overview

• Practice: 25 questions covering internal corrosion mechanisms and safety scenarios

DAY 5: COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW & MOCK EXAMINATION

Morning Session:

• Integrated case studies combining multiple domains

• Real-world corrosion failure analysis from regional incidents

• Calculation workshop:

  • Corrosion rate conversions (mpy, mm/year)

  • CP current requirement calculations using Ohm’s Law

  • Anode consumption and service life predictions

  • Coating coverage and material volume calculations

  • Inhibitor dosage computations

• Exam strategy session:

  • Time management for 140 questions in 240 minutes

  • “SELECT ALL THAT APPLY” question techniques

  • Elimination strategies for difficult questions

  • Common pitfalls and success tips

Afternoon Session:

• Full-length mock examination: 140 questions, timed 240-minute simulation

• Proportional domain coverage matching actual exam

• Computer-based testing format familiarization

• Mock exam review with detailed answer explanations

• Individual performance analysis by domain

• Identification of knowledge gaps and study recommendations

• Pearson VUE registration guidance

• Post-course 30-60 day study plan

• Final Q&A session

• Certificate of completion and 40 Professional Development Hours (PDH)

Course Materials & Resources

Provided Materials:

• Comprehensive 500+ page course manual covering all six domains

• AMPP official exam preparation guide

• Formula sheet and quick reference cards

• 300+ practice questions with detailed explanations

• Online question bank access (500+ additional questions)

• Key standards excerpts: NACE, API, ASTM, ISO

Reference Materials Covered:

• ASM Handbook Volume 13 (Corrosion)

• Corrosion Engineering (Mars G. Fontana)

• Peabody’s Control of Pipeline Corrosion

• API 571 Damage Mechanisms

• AMPP Cathodic Protection Manuals

• Internal Corrosion of Pipelines Manual

Who Should Attend?

✅ Corrosion engineers seeking senior-level certification
✅ Materials engineers in oil & gas and petrochemical industries
✅ Integrity specialists and pipeline engineers
✅ Coating inspectors advancing their careers
✅ Cathodic protection technicians/technologists
✅ Maintenance supervisors in corrosive environments
✅ Quality assurance professionals

Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree in engineering/physical sciences with 4+ years responsible charge experience, or 8+ years practical experience.

Training Locations

Saudi Arabia: Riyadh | Jeddah | Dammam | Al Khobar | Jubail
Oman: Muscat | Salalah | Sohar
UAE: Dubai | Abu Dhabi
Other GCC: Doha | Kuwait City | Manama
Africa: Lagos | Nairobi | Johannesburg | Cairo

Delivery Options: In-person, virtual instructor-led (VILT), hybrid formats, corporate on-site training

Secure your place in the next available course. Early bird discount: 10% off when registering 30 days in advance. Contact us for corporate training packages and custom scheduling at your facility.

Start your journey to AMPP Senior Corrosion Technologist certification today!