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PGE310 Course Outline

PGE310 is a course on the introduction to corrosion of materials, covering thermodynamics, kinetics, and methods of corrosion control. Students will learn about various types of corrosion, environmental factors affecting corrosion rates, and strategies for prevention and mitigation. The course aims to equip students with the ability to analyze corrosion problems and propose practical solutions in various industries.

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PGE310 Course Outline

PGE310 is a course on the introduction to corrosion of materials, covering thermodynamics, kinetics, and methods of corrosion control. Students will learn about various types of corrosion, environmental factors affecting corrosion rates, and strategies for prevention and mitigation. The course aims to equip students with the ability to analyze corrosion problems and propose practical solutions in various industries.

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PGE310 Introduction to Corrosion of Materials (3 units)

Module Content

I Introduction to the thermodynamics and kinetics of


electrochemical corrosion of metals and alloys.
Description of metallurgical factors, effect of applied
stress (stress corrosion cracking and corrosion
fatigues) and passivity

II Description of methods of corrosion control and


prevention. Moulding alloy, selection of inhibitors,
design rules, anodic and cathodic protection.
Treatment of environmental degradation of non-
metals (Ceramics, concrete and silicate glasses).

III Discussion of current materials degradation problems


in marine environments, the petroleum industry,
energy conversion and generating systems

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, the students should be able to:
1. explain the basic principles of corrosion, including the electrochemical reactions
involved.
2. define key terms and concepts related to corrosion, such as anodic and cathodic
reactions, corrosion potential, and passivation.
3. classify and describe the various types of corrosion (e.g., uniform, localized, galvanic,
stress corrosion cracking, and pitting corrosion).
4. recognize the specific conditions and materials that lead to each type of corrosion.
5. discuss the role of environmental factors (e.g., temperature, humidity, pH, and the
presence of salts) in determining corrosion rates.
6. evaluate the impact of material properties (such as alloying and microstructure) on
corrosion resistance.
7. identify common methods for preventing and mitigating corrosion (e.g., coatings,
cathodic protection, material selection, and environmental control).
8. analyze case studies of corrosion failures and the strategies implemented to address
these issues.
9. utilize knowledge of corrosion to assess the corrosion risk in a given scenario, such as
infrastructure, pipelines, or marine environments.
10. propose practical solutions for corrosion management based on industry best practices.

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