Protecting the World: Introducing Corrosion Science and Engineering

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Approx. 12 hours to complete

Course Summary

Corrosion is a common problem in many industries, and this course will teach you how to prevent and control it. You'll learn about different types of corrosion, their causes, and effective ways to manage them.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the different types of corrosion and their causes
  • Learn how to prevent and mitigate corrosion
  • Gain practical knowledge about corrosion control techniques

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Learning Outcomes

  • Identify different types of corrosion and their causes
  • Implement effective corrosion prevention and control techniques
  • Apply practical knowledge to real-world scenarios

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic knowledge of chemistry and materials science
  • Access to a computer with an internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced
  • Video Lectures

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  • Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering
  • Industrial Safety and Health
  • Chemical Engineering Fundamentals

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Description

If you have ever encountered rusty car bodies, leaking pipes, tarnished silverware or the green patina of a copper roof then you have experienced corrosion in action. This course, from the Corrosion@Manchester team in collaboration with AkzoNobel, will teach you why metals corrode, what the environmental consequences are, how much corrosion costs and how corrosion can be controlled. It is designed for students, householders, teachers, professionals and anyone in-between.

Outline

  • Week 1: Principles of Corrosion
  • Welcome to Principles of corrosion
  • Introduction and learning outcomes
  • Rusting of steel
  • Introduction to corrosion – Ecorr
  • A career in corrosion control
  • Introduction and learning outcomes
  • EFC Design
  • Types of corrosion
  • Introduction and learning outcomes
  • Corrosion matters
  • Mechanical properties of materials
  • Corrosion of zinc
  • Introduction and learning outcomes
  • Forth Bridge
  • I-35W_bridge
  • Aloha 243
  • Introduction
  • Video of steel polarisation
  • Reactions on an Iron Electrode
  • Conductivity and circuits
  • Chemistry of a Al/Cu battery
  • Potential distribution in the electrolyte and wire
  • Corrosion Cells
  • Galvanic Cells
  • Galvanic Corrosion: Reactivity series
  • Galvanic Corrosion: Bimetallic corrosion
  • Measurement of Corrosion: Three electrode cell
  • Measurement of Corrosion: Evans Diagrams
  • Measurement of Corrosion: Faraday’s Law
  • Measurement of Corrosion: Linear Polarisation Resistance
  • Measurement of Corrosion: Practical LPR
  • Introduction to Passivity
  • Faraday experiment
  • Thermodynamics
  • Kinetics
  • Passivity: Summary
  • Introduction
  • Aesthetic
  • Erosion impeller
  • Flow erosion
  • Hydrogen cracking
  • Pitting-crevice
  • Kipper
  • Rusticle
  • 1.1
  • 1.2
  • 1.3
  • Week 2: Cathodic Protection
  • Welcome to Cathodic Protection
  • Introduction to Cathodic Protection
  • Basic Principles of Cathodic Protection
  • Practical Aspects of Cathodic Protection
  • Design of Cathodic Protection Systems
  • Potential Decay and Current Drain Test
  • Cathodic Protection of Reinforced Concrete Structures
  • Week 3: Surface Engineering
  • Welcome to Surface Engineering for corrosion protection
  • Surface Engineering for corrosion protection
  • Surface Engineering Techniques Part 1
  • Surface Engineering Techniques Part 2
  • Surface Engineering Techniques Part 3
  • Coating Performance and Industrial Challenge
  • Week 4: Oilfield Corrosion and Control
  • Welcome to this unit on Oilfield Corrosion and Control
  • Introducing Oil and Gas
  • Oil and Gas Reservoirs
  • Oil and Gas Composition
  • Oil and Gas Production
  • Activities and Equipment in the Oil and Gas Industry
  • Common Oilfield Materials
  • Oilfield Corrosion and Other Issues
  • Impact of Fluid Flow
  • Scales and Deposits
  • Sweet and Sour Corrosion
  • Sour Corrosion
  • Sweet and Sour Corrosion Prediction
  • Oilfield Corrosion Control
  • Corrosion Inhibition
  • Corrosion Inhibitor Selection/Deployment
  • Oilfield Corrosion Management, Monitoring and Inspection
  • Corrosion Monitoring
  • Corrosion Inspection
  • Session 1
  • Session 2
  • Session 3
  • Session 4
  • Session 5

Summary of User Reviews

Find out what learners have to say about the Corrosion course on Coursera. This course has received positive reviews overall. Learners appreciated the practical and real-world examples presented in the course.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Practical and real-world examples presented in the course

Pros from User Reviews

  • In-depth coverage of the subject matter
  • Great course for beginners and professionals
  • Excellent and engaging video lectures
  • Interactive and helpful discussion forums

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some learners found the course content too basic
  • The course could benefit from more hands-on exercises
  • Some learners found the quizzes and assignments to be too easy
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Approx. 12 hours to complete
Prof Robert Akid, Prof Stuart Lyon, Adam Stephenson, Dr Robert Lindsay, Dr Michele Curioni, Dr Nick Stevens, BSc PhD
University of Manchester
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Prof Robert Akid

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