Learning Outcomes

Understanding Corrosion

External Corrosion of Pipelines

Electrochemical Principles

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will be introduced to the corrosion of buried engineering structures. The forms of corrosion and control measures will be discussed. You will study the role of soil on corrosion and how they affect the external corrosion of pipelines. The differences between chemical and electrochemical reactions on corrosion will be examined.

Cathodic Protection Criteria

Assessment of pipeline condition through surveys: Part-I

Assessment of pipeline condition through surveys: Part-II

Anode ground bed for cathodic protection

In this module, you will be introduced to cathodic protection criteria and their implication on corrosion. The merits and demerits of the criteria will be examined. You will also be taught how to conduct several surveys applicable to buried structures. The importance of anode ground beds and their roles in cathodic protection will be highlighted.

Diploma in Cathodic Protection Engineering - First Assessment

This assessment enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of modules 1 - 2 of the course. You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Perspectives in Storage Tanks and Off-shore Structures

Anodes for Cathodic Protection Structures

Worked out examples

Stray Current Corrosion and its Control

In this module, you will learn the cathodic protection of tanks, offshore structures, and ships. You will also study the functions, requirements, and roles of anodes in cathodic protection. Then you will be taught the electrochemical concepts applicable to the selection of rectifiers for cathodic protection, by means of four worked-out examples.

Coatings and Rectifier Selection

Internal corrosion of oil and steel gas pipelines

Anodic Protection Engineering

In this module, the requirements, and types of protective coatings applicable to engineering pipelines will be discussed. You will also study the factors affecting oil, gas and water pipelines and their preventive measures. 
you will be introduced to the transformer rectifier unit, the principles of anodic protection and its application.

Diploma in Cathodic Protection Engineering - Second Assessment

This assessment enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of modules 4 - 5 of the course. You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Diploma in Cathodic Protection Engineering - Course Assessment

Understand the principles of cathodic protection in the prevention and control of corrosion in this engineering course.

Diploma in Cathodic Protection Engineering

Corrosion of engineering structures is inevitable and causes several issues that affect the economy, the ecosystem and people’s safety. This free online course deals with the external corrosion of buried and submerged engineering structures and how to control or prevent corrosion by employing cathodic protection. By completing this course, you will learn a lot about corrosion engineering and the basic principles of cathodic protection.

Introduction to Process Isolation Standards – Learning Outcomes

What Is Process Isolation?

Process Equipment

Process Equipment 2

Introduction to Process Isolation Standards – Lesson Summary

In this module, you'll be introduced to process isolation standards. The module content includes the need for process isolation, the requirements for an effective isolation system, and the equipment needed for a safe isolation process. You'll also learn about valves and their applications as it concerns process isolation.

Standard Process Isolation Methodologies – Learning Outcomes

Process Isolation

Process Isolation 2

Process Isolation 3

Permit to Work System

Standard Process Isolation Methodologies – Lesson Summary

In this module, you'll learn about the different methodologies involved in process isolation. The topics include mechanical/area isolation, electrical isolation, the lockout tagout (LOTO) principle, the permit-to-work system, and general process isolation standards.

Process Isolation Standard for Engineers, Operators, and Technicians - Course Assessment

Learn how to carry out safe isolation without damage to personnel, environment and equipment in this free online course.

Process Isolation Standard for Engineers, Operators, and Technicians

This course is a comprehensive guide on safe process isolation techniques and its work tools. It covers various topics including mechanical, electrical, and area isolations. It's intended to guide process engineers, operators, and technicians. You will gain some familiarity with the permit-to-work system and its general guidelines. You'll also learn about the different areas where process isolation is carried out in a process plant.

Origin of Petroleum

Oil and Gas Operations

Oilfields and Oil Facilities

Introduction to Upstream Operations

Upstream Operations: Prospecting

Upstream Operations - Increased Productivity

Upstream Operations - Production

Upstream Operations - Treatment

Midstream Operations

Downstream Operations

General Operations

Oil and Gas Production Technology - Assessment

Learn about the equipment, process, operation, and technology involved in oil and gas production from well to fuel.

Oil and Gas Production Technology

This free online course is a comprehensive guide on the processes and equipment involved in the exploration and production of oil and gas. It's intended to guide process engineers, operators, and technicians. This course will also serve as an introduction to fresh graduates and undergraduates alike to help bridge the industrial/technical knowledge gap and equip them for an impactful career as a process personnel in the oil and gas industry.

Macro-molecules, Life and Molecular Flexibility

Polymers, Polymerization and Polydispersity

Motivation to Study Polymer Physics

Random Walk Models of Single Chain I

Random Walk Models of Single Chain II

In this module you will learn about macro-molecules, molecular flexibility, classification of polymers, polydispersity, random walk models for single chain 1 and single chain 2.

Random Walk Models of Single Chain III

Kratky Porod Model - Part 1

Kratky Porod Model - Part 2

Probability Density of an Ideal Chain: Part I

Probability Density of an Ideal Chain - Part 2

In this module you will learn about random walk models, the Kratky Porod model and the probability density of an ideal chain.

Bead-Spring Model

Derivation of Diffusion Equation

Definition of Radius of Gyration

Radius of Gyration for an Ideal Chain

Non-bonded Interactions

In this module you will learn about the Bead-Spring model, Einstein notation, radius of gyration, concept of ideality and non-bonded interactions.

Definition of Excluded Volume

Virial Expansion

Flory Theory for Bad Solvents

Derivation of Fractal Dimension

Gyration Tensor

In this module you will learn about the excluded volume, viral expansion, Flory theory, fractal nature of polymers and gyration tensor.

Order-Disorder Transition

Scattering Experiment and Function

Monte Carlo Simulations

Monte Carlo Algorithm

Practical Aspects of Monte Carlo Simulation

In this module you will learn about transition, scattering experiments, simulations of polymer chains, algorithm and Monte Carlo simulations.

Molecular Dynamics Simulations

Solution Thermodynamics – Part 1

Solution Thermodynamics – Part 2

Solution Thermodynamics – Part 3

Solution Thermodynamics – Part 4

In this module you will learn about molecular dynamics simulations and solution thermodynamics.

Phase Separation Regime

Lattice Model of Solutions – Part 1

Lattice Model of Solutions – Part 2

Phase Behavior of Liquid Solutions

Lattice Models of Polymeric Systems

In this module you will learn about the phase separation regime, lattice model of solutions and phase behavior of liquid solutions.

Brownian Motion – Part 1

Brownian Motion – Part 2

Brownian Motion – Part 3

Brownian Motion – Part 4

Brownian Motion – Part 5

In this module you will learn about the Brownian motion, time reversal symmetry, fluctuation dissipation theorem and mean square displacement.

Rouse Model - Part 1

Rouse Model – Part 2

Rouse Model - Part 3

Rouse Model - Part 4

Problems in Rouse Model

In this module you will learn about the finite difference scheme, ordinary differential equations, mean square displacement and hydrodynamic interactions.

Zimm Model – Part 1

Zimm Model – Part 2

Continuum Mechanics – Part 1

Continuum Mechanics – Part 2

Kuhn’s Theory of Rubber Elasticity

In this module you will learn about hydrodynamic interactions, the Zimm model in good solvent, continuum mechanics, mechanical equilibrium and Kuhn’s theory of rubber elasticity.

Elasticity of Polymer Network

Microscopic Definition of Stress Tensor – Part 1

Microscopic Definition of Stress Tensor – Part 2

Models for Entangled Polymeric Systems – Part 1

Models for Entangled Polymeric Systems – Part 2

In this module you will learn about the elasticity of polymer networks, the stress tensor, entanglements and models for entangled polymeric systems.

Rheology of Complex Fluids

Rheometers and Rheological Tests – Part 1

Rheometers and Rheological Tests – Part 2

Maxwell Model – Part 1

Maxwell Model – Part 2

In this module you will learn about the rheology of complex fluids, the superposition principle, rheometers and rheological tests and the Maxwell model.

Advanced Diploma in Polymer Physics - Course Assessment

Learn about the theory and applications of Polymer technologies in manufacturing processes in this free online course.

Advanced Diploma in Polymer Physics

In this free online course in Polymer Physics you will learn about the theory and applications of Polymer technologies in various industries such as food, manufacturing and packaging. Demonstrations and assessment questions in this video-based course are designed to provide you with a comprehensive foundation in the subject. This course will be of interest to students of physics or engineering or those seeking to improve their career prospects.

Sprinklers I

Sprinklers II

Introduction to Reliefs

Type of Reliefs

Relief Scenario

In this module, you will be introduced to the design of sprinkler systems, as well as the types and installation of sprinkler systems. The topic also examines an introduction to relief systems, the various types of relief systems, and an introduction to relief scenarios.

Relief Sizing

Hazard and Hazard Identification: Introduction

Hazard Identification Methods and HAZOP

Safety Reviews and Risk Assessment I

Safety Reviews and Risk Assessment II

In this module, you will be introduced to relief sizing, the definition of hazards, and its classifications, as well as the methods of identifying hazards. You will also be introduced to the health and safety at work act, and various tools available for risk assessment.

Chemical Safety; Relief and Risk Assessment - Course Assessment

Learn about the development of sprinkler systems, as well as the classification of hazards, and risk assessment.

Chemical Safety; Relief and Risk Assessment

This free online relief and risk assessment course will teach you about the design and development of sprinkler systems, as well as how sprinkler systems are installed and the various types. 

You will also learn about relief sizing, and also look at the definition of hazards, and the classifications of hazards. The course will also teach you identifying hazards, and the health and safety at work act, and various tools for risk assessment.

Introduction to Process Control and Instrumentation

Process Variables

Process Instrumentation

Process Instrumentation II

Process Instrumentation III

Introduction to Control Systems

Distributed Control System (DCS)

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA)

Process Instrumentation and Control for Engineers, Operators and Technicians - Assessment

Learn about the PLC, DCS, and SCADA control systems, and how to relate with instrumentation in process plant operations.

Process Instrumentation and Control for Engineers, Operators and Technicians

This course is a comprehensive guide to safe process isolation techniques, covering the monitoring and control of process variables, as well as analog and digital control systems. It will also be handy as an introduction for fresh graduates and undergraduates alike, helping to bridge the industrial/technical knowledge gap and equip them for an impactful career as process personnel. So, why wait? Enrol in this free course now.

Recap of Electrochemical Polarization

Activation and Concentration Polarization

Tafel Equation and Tafel Slope

Exchange Current Density in Anodic and Cathodic Polarization

Interaction between Concentration Polarization and Mixed Potential Theory

In this module, you will be introduced to the two important aspects of electrochemical reactions, as well as their interactions with mixed potential theory. You will also be introduced to the concepts of Tafel equation, cathodic and anodic reactions, as well as how to plot appropriate graphs representing the reactions and the formation of the Helmholtz double-layer.

Introduction to Corrosion Processes based on Mixed Potential Theory

Evolution of Microstructure and Optical Microscope

Depolarization Effect

Equilibrium Potentials

Exchange Current Density and Galvanic Contacts

In this module, you will be introduced to the evolution of microstructure in pearlite, the concept of an optical microscope, as well as their formation. You will also be introduced to the concepts of etching, equilibrium potentials, corrosion processes, galvanic coupling and depolarization effects.

Effect of Exchange Current Density on Corrosion Rate of an Active Metal

Area Effect of the Cathodic and Anodic Component

Area Effect on the Current and Corrosion Rate

Corrosion Processes on the basis of Mixed Potential Theory: Numerical Analysis

Galvanic Coupling between Two Active Metals

In this module, you will be introduced to the different values of half-cell, anodic and cathodic reactions, as well as the parallel line of individual Tafel lines for hydrogen evolution reaction on zinc and platinum. You will also be introduced to the area effect on the corrosion of an active component, as well as the galvanic coupling between two active metals in an electrolyte.

Theory of Sacrificial Anode Steel Objects Protection

Effect of Two Active Metals on Fe–Corrosion

Corrosion of Metals in Controlled Concentration

Effect of Velocity on Corrosion Rate

Numerical Analysis in Polarization

In this module, you will be introduced to the two segments of cathodic protection which are the sacrificial anode and impressed current cathodic protection, as well as the effect of magnesium and zinc on iron corrosion when they are galvanically coupled. You will also be introduced to how corrosion current density can be affected in both activation, as well as concentration controlled environment. The relationship between velocity and corrosion rate will also be highlighted in this module.

Diploma in Electrochemical Reactions in Corrosion  - First Assessment

Numerical Problems and Passivation

Theory of Passivation

Features and Elements of Passivation

Interaction between Passivation and Pourbaix Diagram

Changes in Current Density

In this module, you will be introduced to the features, elements and types of passivation, as well as the interaction between polarization and the Pourbaix diagram. You will also be introduced to Faraday's two-staged experiment on converting iron with HNO3 solution from the passive to the active stage, as well as the ennoblement of metal in relation to passivity.

Passivity in Mixed Potential Theory

Interaction of Cathodic Polarization with an Active-Passive Metal

Interaction of Anodic Polarization with an Active-Passive Metal

Passivation and Mixed Potential Theory - Case Study

The Effect of Concentration Polarization of Cathodic Reaction

In this module, you will be introduced to the interaction of cathodic and anodic polarization plots for a system in passivation mode, as well as the effect of the interaction of cathodic polarization at different plots. You will also be introduced to the different criteria for stable passivity, complete passivity and primary passivity in relation to the anodic and cathodic polarization line.

Study electrochemical reactions in corrosion, as well as the oxidation mechanisms of corrosion, in this free course.

Diploma in Electrochemical Reactions in Corrosion

Two important aspects of electrochemical reactions are covered in this free online course. You will learn about the features and elements of passivation, as well as the interaction between polarization and the Pourbaix diagram. You will also be able to explain the calculation of Pilling-Bedworth ratio in different metals, as well as plot the Ellingham diagram. Start this course today to improve your understanding of electrochemical reactions.