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Course Snapshot & Objectives

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, operating personnel will be able to:
  1. Describe DOT Subpart H - Corrosion Control regulations 195.567, 195.573, and 195.585 regarding cathodic protection and test lead installation on liquid pipeline systems.
  2. Define the terms needed for installing galvanic anodes.
  3. Describe the basic concept of the galvanic anode theory -- anodic versus cathodic areas of a pipeline.
  4. List different types of anodes and state their uses.
  5. Calculate the current output of a sacrificial anode and the expected life of the anode.
  6. State the basic concept of installing anodes, including backfilling requirements.
  7. List the steps needed for using the cable bonding technique and for exothermic welding.
  8. State common abnormal operating conditions and the reactions required.