AMPP CIP Level 1

BASIC COATING INSPECTOR COURSE

Completing the Coating Inspector Program (CIP) Level 1 Course is the first step to earning the Basic Coatings Inspector Certification. The CIP Level 1 Course provides entry-level knowledge of coating materials, techniques for surface preparation and application, and inspection testing and documentation. After successfully obtaining your Basic Coatings Inspector certification you will be able to perform basic coating inspections on steel substrates using nondestructive testing and instrumentation.

Duration

Six(6) Days

Prerequisites

None

Who Can Benefit

Although specifically designed for coating inspector trainees, this program benefits anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of coatings application and inspection including:

  • Program/project managers and engineers
  • Quality assurance/control managers
  • Contractors and specification writers
  • Coating manufacturers and technical sales representatives
  • Fabricators and welders
  • Paint applicators and blasters
  • Maintenance personnel

Course Objectives

  • Recognize how corrosion forms and the role protective coatings play in preventing corrosion
  • Describe the role of the inspector as it applies to responsibilities, authority, safety, ethics, communication, and decision-making
  • Differentiate surface preparation equipment, methods, and standards for solvent cleaning, hand/power tool cleaning, wet/dry abrasive blasting, and water jetting
  • Identify quality control issues, recognizing design and fabrication defects and coating failure modes
  • Recognize coating types, modes of protection, and curing mechanisms
  • Differentiate coating application by type, including brush, roller, airless, conventional, and plural component spray
  • Utilize job specifications, safety/product data sheets, and a variety of inspection report documentation
  • Perform non-destructive inspection procedures for environmental conditions, visible/nonvisible contaminants, surface profile, film thickness, and holiday detection under the supervision of a qualified inspector
  • Comply with the AMPP Coating Inspector Code of Conduct

Course Completion

To receive a training Certificate of Completion and continuing education units (CEUs) students must attend the entire course and successfully pass each learning assessment, including the hands-on practical exam given on the last day of class

Enrollment Information

Course availability is limited, and early registration is recommended as courses may fill quickly. 

Advanced registration, along with full payment, is required to secure your spot. 

Full payment is due at the time of registration and can be made via certified cheque, direct deposit, or wire transfer.

TIS is not responsible for any loss or damage incurred due to course cancellations, including but not limited to airfare penalties.

Member

TT$22,560.92
$21,921.02 + VAT
($2,506.77)

Non-Member

TT$24,661.15
$21,921.02 + VAT
($2,740.13)

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Cancellations & Refunds

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing.

Registrations that are invoiced, paid, or guaranteed and cancelled in writing before the registration deadline will receive a full refund, less a TT$680 service fee.

For cancellations made up to 7 days before the course’s start date, 50% of the registration fee will be refunded.

For cancellation requests received less than 7 days before the course’s start date, no refunds or credits will be issued.

If for any reason, TIS cancels a course, you will be notified at least five (5) days in advance, and a full refund will be issued.

TIS reserves the right to cancel courses if minimum enrollment requirements are not met.