Purchase of this course includes a one-year subscription and is non-refundable. Students will have access to all course materials for a period of one year from the date of registration. All course work must be completed during this time period. Extensions or transfers cannot be granted.

Learning Objectives:

L1 – Reasons for Coating

• Define the primary function of a coating
• Give examples of how coatings are used for industrial purposes
• Explain why coatings are used for corrosion control
• Recognize the critical role of the applicator in corrosion control and prevention

L2 – Coating Fundamentals

• State the purpose of each coating component
• Define single and multiple component coatings and their usage
• Explain the purpose of primers, mid coats and finish coats
• Identify factors that impact the selection of coatings

L3 – Types of Coatings

•  State the difference between convertible and no convertible coatings
• List the types of generic coatings and the performance characteristics of each

L4 – Curing Mechanisms

• List the curing mechanisms of coatings

L5 – Mixing & Thinning

• Locate information about the mixing process on a  PDS and SDS
• Recall mixing methods for single and multiple component coatings
•  Explain how pot life, induction time, viscosity and temperature affect the mixing process
•  Choose the appropriate tools and equipment for mixing
• Describe how to thin and strain and coating

L6 – Application Equipment & Set Up: Manual Methods

• Describe the advantages and disadvantages of brusher, roller, trowel, mitt and squeegee
• Choose the appropriate method for the application need
• Explain how to set-up, operate and clean each manual application method

L7 – Application Equipment & Set Up: Spray Methods

• Describe the advantages and disadvantages of Conventional, Airless, High Volume Low Pressure and Air Assisted Spray methods
• Explain how to set-up, operate and clean each spray application method
• Choose the appropriate spray system for the application need

L8 – Application Considerations

• Give examples of proper spray techniques
• Describe the conditions in which stripe coatings and over-coating should be applied
• Recognize the importance of environmental and drying/curing conditions on application

L9 – Measurement & Monitoring

• Demonstrate the proper procedure for taking a wet film measurement
• Discuss the relationship between wet film and dry film thickness
• Recognize and explain the non-destructive and destructive equipment use the measure dry fil thickness
• Identify and describe common coating failures and defects during and after application

L10– Storage & Receiving

• List the steps for receiving coating materials for a project
• Document batch numbers and shelf life
• Describe how the PDS and SDS related to the receiving and storage of coating materials
• Distinguish between proper and improper storage conditions
• Define product rotation schedules

Chapter 4 Exam