Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP Level 2)

Designed for those who have completed CIP Level 1, this course covers advanced inspection techniques, specialized equipment, and inspecting coatings over non-steel substrates. This certification is for inspectors performing both non-destructive and destructive testing under supervision.

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Program Overview

Who Should Attend

This course is for Coatings Inspectors seeking to advance their knowledge and achieve the Certified Coatings Inspector certification. It is intended for those who will be responsible for performing and documenting both destructive and non-destructive inspections under the supervision of a Senior Certified Coatings Inspector.

Prerequisites & Certification Path

Prerequisites: Successful completion of the CIP Level 1 course and an active Basic Coatings Inspector Certification are required.

Work Experience: To achieve certification, 2 years of verifiable coatings-related work experience is required.

Certification Requirements: Candidates must successfully complete this CIP Level 2 course, pass practical and written exams, and have completed the “Ethics for the Corrosion Professional” eCourse.

Key Topics Covered

This course focuses on advanced inspection techniques and specialized applications for both steel and non-steel substrates. Key topics include:

Advanced corrosion theory and the role of cathodic protection when used with coatings.

Environmental controls using digital hygrometers and data loggers.

Standards and methods for centrifugal blast cleaning and water jetting.

Inspection of liquid-applied and thick barrier linings.

Use of destructive inspection equipment, including adhesion and hardness testers.

Specialized application equipment such as plural-component, electrostatic, and hot spray systems.

Concrete coating techniques and inspection.

Application of non-liquid coatings like powder coatings, spray metalizing, and hot-dip galvanizing.

Coating survey techniques and common failure modes.

Program Structure

Assessment: Includes a practical exam administered during the course and a separate computer-based written exam scheduled through Pearson VUE.

Course Details

Mode: In-person

Schedule: Starts October 20, 2025

Pricing: $5,147.57 USD