Anti-Corrosion Coatings Course
Online 300-hour course in anti-corrosion coatings. 6 modules covering ISO 12944 Protection of steel structures against corrosion by protective paint systems, Resolution MSC.215(82) Performance Standard for Protective Coatings (PSPC) and Elcometer ElcoMaster. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Anti-Corrosion Coatings Course — studying from Ireland
Ireland's maritime sector spans shipping services, offshore energy, marine research and sports boating, with ports such as Dublin, Cork and Shannon Foynes supporting trade and logistics. The offshore wind and marine renewables sector is growing, creating demand for engineers in structures, marine systems and subsea technology. Marine research institutions such as the Marine Institute contribute to ocean science and offshore technology. Oversight is provided by the Irish Maritime Administration within the Department of Transport and by classification and safety bodies.
Fees for Ireland: €546 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Ireland
Typical roles
Questions from Ireland
Which bodies in Ireland regulate or recognise marine and offshore engineering professionals?
In Ireland, marine matters fall under the Irish Maritime Development Office and the Irish Maritime Administration, while the Marine Survey Office handles vessel safety. Professional engineering membership is usually sought through Engineers Ireland. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not accredited by these bodies, so they do not grant certificates of competency or professional status.
How do employers in Ireland's marine and offshore sectors view private online qualifications?
Employers in Ireland's offshore energy, shipping and nautical industries generally prioritise certified competencies and sea-going or project experience. A private online qualification may complement your background but is judged at each employer's discretion. There is no guarantee it will be accepted for any particular role.
Can I study this online from Ireland and do I need a visa or to relocate?
You can study from home in Ireland, as the programme is fully online and taught in English, so no student visa is needed to study from home. Programme lengths are 300, 800 or 1,900 hours depending on the course. Fees can be paid in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Each student is assigned a technical tutor.
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What you will be able to do
Explain the electrochemical mechanisms of steel corrosion in marine environments.
Select coatings according to their chemistry and corrosivity category.
Specify surface preparation according to ISO 8501 and ISO 8503.
Design paint systems in accordance with ISO 12944 and PSPC.
Inspect coatings using standardised tests.
Integrate coatings with cathodic protection.
Prepare an anti-corrosion protection plan with life-cycle cost.
Who it's for
- Coatings inspector wishing to specialise in anti-corrosion coatings.
- Corrosion engineer wishing to specialise in anti-corrosion coatings.
- Industrial paint technician wishing to specialise in anti-corrosion coatings.
- Dock superintendent wishing to specialise in anti-corrosion coatings.
- Cathodic protection specialist wishing to specialise in anti-corrosion coatings.
- Technical manager of a paint manufacturer wishing to specialise in anti-corrosion coatings.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter shipyards.
What you'll work with
- ISO 12944 Protection of steel structures against corrosion by protective paint systems
- Resolution MSC.215(82) Performance Standard for Protective Coatings (PSPC)
- ISO 8501-1 Preparation grades of steel substrates and of steel surfaces
- ISO 8503 Surface roughness characteristics of blast-cleaned substrates
- ISO 19840 Measurement of dry film thickness on rough surfaces
- ISO 4628 Evaluation of degradation of coatings
- NORSOK M-501 Surface preparation and protective coating
- AFS Convention on the control of harmful anti-fouling systems
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Electrochemical mechanisms of corrosion1.2Atmospheric, splash and immersion zones1.3Corrosivity categories according to ISO 12944-21.4Galvanic and pitting corrosion1.5Microbiologically influenced corrosion1.6Corrosion in ballast and cargo tanks1.7Corrosion under insulation1.8Economic cost of corrosion1.9Combined protection strategies1.10Case study: corrosivity map of a vessel
2.1Binders, pigments and solvents2.2Epoxies and modified epoxies2.3Polyurethanes and polysiloxanes2.4Zinc-rich primers2.5Solvent-free high-build coatings2.6Biocide anti-fouling coatings2.7Silicone non-stick coatings2.8High-temperature coatings2.9Limits on volatile organic compounds2.10Laboratory: comparison of system technical data sheets
3.1Rust grades and preparation according to ISO 8501-13.2Abrasive blasting and roughness profile3.3Ultra-high-pressure water jetting3.4Soluble salts and contaminants3.5Residual dust and cleaning3.6Environmental conditions and dew point3.7Preparation of welds and edges3.8Shop primers3.9Inspection of preparation3.10Workshop: measurement of roughness and soluble salts
4.1Airless and conventional application4.2Wet and dry film thicknesses4.3Recoating intervals and curing4.4Systems according to ISO 12944-54.5PSPC systems for ballast tanks4.6Offshore systems according to ISO 12944-94.7Cargo tank coatings4.8Block and dock painting4.9Paint defects and their causes4.10Practice: specification of a deck system
5.1Qualified coating inspection5.2Film thicknesses according to ISO 198405.3Tensile and cross-cut adhesion5.4Detection of pores and discontinuities5.5Sacrificial anode cathodic protection5.6Impressed current protection5.7Compatibility between paint and cathodic protection5.8Assessment of degradation according to ISO 46285.9Coating maintenance and repair5.10Case study: ballast tanks in service
6.1Description of the structure6.2Corrosivity analysis6.3System selection6.4Paint technical specification6.5Inspection plan6.6Cathodic protection design6.7Maintenance plan6.8Life-cycle cost6.9Report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Fully 100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which allows the course to be combined with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Elcometer ElcoMaster, DeFelsko PosiSoft, COMSOL Multiphysics, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real inspection procedures for surface preparation, measurement of coating thickness and adhesion, and assessment of ballast tanks in service. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Explain the electrochemical mechanisms of steel corrosion in marine environments.
Select coatings according to their chemistry and corrosivity category.
Specify surface preparation according to ISO 8501 and ISO 8503.
Design paint systems in accordance with ISO 12944 and PSPC.
Inspect coatings using standardised tests.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish level to follow the reading of technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 300 hours spread over 3 to 5 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with a full-time job.
The work is carried out with Elcometer ElcoMaster, DeFelsko PosiSoft, COMSOL Multiphysics. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
SEIUM's own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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