Objectives:

Upon completion of this module:

1. The user will have a general understanding of corrosion, the different types of corrosion, and what conditions must be met for it to exist.
2. The user will understand bacterial corrosion is and how it can cause corrosion on metals.
3. The user will learn how different factors cause corrosion to occur at different rates.
4. The user will become familiar with Rectifier Troubleshooting and the most common problems identified with rectifiers.
5. The user will become familiar with pipe-to-soil surveys and the maintenance and equipment needed to conduct the surveys.
6. The user will learn how electrode placement is an important issue when conducting pipe-to-soil surveys.
7. The user will understand the use of meters when used to read potentials while conducting pipe-to soil surveys.
8. The user will understand the procedures used to administer a Close Interval Survey.
9. The user will have a general understanding of the use of a data logger system and its advantages.
10. The user will be able to locate and bond dresser couplings.