The Ocean Corporation
Nondestructive Testing Training / Certification
Nondestructive Testing Certification
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Houston Campus
Houston, TX
Next start
Rolling enrollment
Duration
30 weeks
App fee
None
Tuition
$24,500 for the Program
Protective Coating Technician — PCS
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The Protective Coating Technician certification is for protective coatings professionals with 1-2 years of work experience and knowledge in the areas of coatings system selection, surface preparation, coating application, coating inspection and quality control, use of testing instruments, and documentation and data reporting.
The PCS 1 Basic Principles introduces both the theoretical and practical aspects of using coatings to control corrosion and the economic benefits of managing them. Common corrosion control coatings are defined and when, how, and where they should be used. Classroom instruction comprises lectures and open discussions.
Certifying Organization
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance
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If significant education or training is needed? Unknown
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? No
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No
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