Cathodic Protection Technician (CP2) Certification

This intermediate course is for professionals with CP experience or a strong technical background. It covers advanced concepts, a variety of CP systems, and complex field measurement techniques beyond the scope of CP1.

Program Overview

This intermediate course is for professionals with CP experience or a strong technical background. It covers advanced concepts, a variety of CP systems, and complex field measurement techniques beyond the scope of CP1.

Who Should Attend

This certification is for professionals with a heavy engineering/scientific background or extensive field experience who have an intermediate-level knowledge of CP concepts.

Prerequisites & Certification Path

Work Experience/Education: There are multiple paths, but a typical one requires 3 years of verifiable CP work experience. A bachelor’s degree in a physical science or engineering reduces the experience requirement to 1 year.

Recommended Foundation: Successful completion of the CP1 – Cathodic Protection Tester certification is strongly recommended. A strong background in algebra, geometry, and high school chemistry is needed.

Assessment: Requires passing both a theory (written) exam and a practical exam.

Key Topics Covered

Advanced corrosion theory and polarization concepts

In-depth knowledge of impressed current and galvanic CP systems

Performing advanced field tests like current requirement tests, continuity tests, and shorted casing tests

Testing and troubleshooting rectifier components

Evaluating test results

Program Structure

Course Details

Mode: In-person

Schedule: Contact for dates

Pricing: Contact for pricing