THE FUNDAMENTALS PIPELINE COURSE
An introductory course in the elementary fundamentals of corrosion and pipeline corrosion control. Designed for persons with little or no experience in the field. Topics will include Basic Corrosion, Coatings, Cathodic Protection and Potential Measurements.
The objective of the Fundamental Course is for each student to understand why underground pipeline corrosion control is so important. Students are urged to take the complete course and return the following year for the Basic Course.



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Course Name:

F-1 & 2-- BASIC CORROSION MATHEMATICS

Course Level:

Fundamental

Day:

Tuesday May 18, 2010

Time:

9:45 to 10:45am, 11:00- 12:00

Sub-Chairman:

R. Sperling

Description:

Fundamental approach to mathematic equations and formulas widely used in the corrosion industry.
Covered topics include: common factors, Ohm's Law, electrical circuits, rectifier efficiency and conversions of temperature and length. Students should bring calculators to class.

Instructor:

J.Row, Baltimore Gas & Electric

Venue/Room:

G-78B Eng Sci Bld

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Course Name:

F -3-- FUNDAMENTALS OF CORROSION

Course Level:

Fundamental

Day:

Tuesday May 18, 2010

Time:

1:30 to 2:30pm

Sub-Chairman:

R. Sperling

Description:

Fundamental introduction to the theory behind the corrosion process. Various types of the

basic corrosion process are reviewed.

Types of the practical application of corrosion control methods are discussed.

Instructor:

J.Otto, Equitable Gas Co.

Venue/Room:

G-78B Eng Sci Bld

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Course Name:

F-4 -- INTRODUCTION TO CATHODIC PROTECTION

Course Level:

Fundamental

Day:

Tuesday May 18, 2010

Time:

2:45 to 3:45 pm

Sub-Chairman:

R. Sperling

Description:

Fundamental introduction to the theory of cathodic protection as it relates to underground pipeline corrosion control.

Instructor:

Tom Williams, New England CP, Inc

Venue/Room:

G-78B Eng Sci Bld

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Course Name:

F- 5 --PIPELINE ELECTRICAL ISOLATION METHODS

Course Level:

Fundamental

Day:

Tuesday May 18, 2010

Time:

4:00  to 5:00 pm

Sub-Chairman:

R. Sperling

Description:

Fundamental introduction to the theory of electrical isolation methods and best practices.

Instructor:

Joel McLawhorn, Spectra Energy

Venue/Room:

G-78B Eng Sci Bld

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Course Name:

F-6 -- INTRODUCTION TO PIPELINE COATINGS

Course Level:

Fundamental

Day:

Wednesday May 19, 2010

Time:

8:30 to 9:30 a.m.

Sub-Chairman:

R. Sperling

Description:

Introduction to pipeline coatings and the proper application methods used in pipeline corrosion control.

Instructor:

J. Didas, Colonial Pipeline Co.

Venue/Room:

G-78B Eng Sci Bld

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Course Name:

F-7 -- FUNDAMENTALS OF RECTIFIER MONITORING

Course Level:

Fundamental

Day:

Wednesday May 19, 2010

Time:

9:45 to 10:45 a.m.

Sub-Chairman:

R. Sperling

Description:

A general overview of the basic components of a rectifier and how it works .DOT requirements regarding rectifier
inspections are also introduced.

Instructor:

Greg Alexander, BGL Asset Services

Venue/Room:

G-78B Eng Sci Bld

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Course Name:

F-8 --PIPELINE LOCATING

Course Level:

Fundamental

Day:

Wednesday May 19, 2010

Time:

11:00 a.m. to Noon

Sub-Chairman:

R. Sperling

Description:

Fundamental introduction to the workings of a pipeline locator and correct pipeline location methods.

Instructor:

G. Lomax, Heath Consultants

Venue/Room:

G-78B Eng Sci Bld

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Course Name:

F-9 -Cathodic Protection Measurement Basics

Course Level:

Fundamental

Day:

Wednesday May 19, 2010

Time:

1:30 to 2:30pm

Sub-Chairman:

R. Sperling

Description:

A thorough overview of equipment and field problems, and also
common mistakes made when taking cathodic protection ( potential ) measurements. .

Instructor:

M. Placzek, Duke Energy

Venue/Room:

G-78B Eng Sci Bld

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Course Name:

F-10 --Introduction to Pipe-to-Soil Potential Measurements/ Review

Course Level:

Fundamental

Day:

Wednesday May 19, 2010

Time:

2:45 to 3:15pm- then 15 minute break Then Review Begins

Sub-Chairman:

R. Sperling

Description:

A thorough overview of equipment and field problems, and also
common mistakes made when taking cathodic protection ( potential ) measurements.

Instructors:

M. Placzek, Duke Energy

Venue/Room:

G-78B Eng Sci Bld

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Course Name:

F-11 -- COURSE REVIEW AND VOLUNTARY IN-CLASS TEST

Course Level:

Fundamental

Day:

Wednesday May 19, 2010

Time:

3:30 to 5:00pm

Sub-Chairman:

R. Sperling

Description:

Review of the fundamentals course followed by test.

Instructor:

Bob Sperling, Ohio Gas Company

Venue/Room:

G-78B Eng Sci Bld

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Course Name:

F-12 -- OUTDOOR CLINIC; INSTRUMENTATION AND MEASUREMENT

Course Level:

Fundamental

Day:

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Time:

8:30 to 9:30, 9:45 to 10:45am & 11:00 to Noon

Sub-Chairman:

R. Sperling

Description:

A clinic offering practical hands on lessons using instruments of the trade, given by instructors experienced in pipeline protection.

Instructors:

T. Williams, New England CP, Inc. & Panel Of Experts

Venue/Room:

Agricultural Annex Building

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