Coating Inspector / CIP Level I & CIP Level II
Coating Inspector Level 1
AMPP Coatings Inspector Level 1 Program offered at Welding Greek Institute provides a comprehensive education and hands-on experience in coatings inspection.
About the Program:
The AMPP Coatings Inspector Program is the culmination of over 30 years of coating inspection certification excellence from NACE and SSPC. This course combines classroom study, discussions, and hands-on practice, providing a strong foundation in protective coatings inspection. Trusted worldwide, the curriculum is designed to meet the demands of the industry and elevate your expertise in protecting key infrastructure like pipelines, storage tanks, and other critical assets.
Classroom instruction is comprised of lectures, group exercises, case studies and hands-on practical labs. Students will also participate in real-life inspection projects that are designed to apply course concepts to the job site by focusing on inspection procedures and proper instrument use, situation problem solving, inaccurate specifications and strengthening the relationship between the inspector and other team members.
Learning 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 waterjetting
- Identify quality control issues, recognizing design and fabrication defects and coating failure modes
- Compare and contrast different generic 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 including NCRs, daily reports and inspection test plans
- 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
Who Should Attend?
Although specifically designed for coating inspector trainees, this program benefits anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of coatings and inspection including:
- Project managers, supervisors/foreman and engineers
- Maintenance and quality assurance/control (QA/QC) personnel
- Contractors and specification writers
- Coating manufacturers and technical sales representatives
- Fabricators and welders
- Paint applicators and blasters
Key Program Features:
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all aspects of coatings inspection
- Hands-on practice with industry-standard tools and equipment
- Taught by experts with real-world experience
- Designed for various industries, including oil & gas, marine, and infrastructure
Course Details:
- Start Date: 2026 | To be announced
- Duration: 6 days | 60 training hours
- Location: Welding Greek Institute Facilities
By enrolling in this course, you will not only gain in-depth knowledge but also acquire valuable certification that is recognized and trusted by organizations globally.
How to achieve the Basic Coatings Inspector Certification
- Enroll and complete course requirements
- Successful completion of CIP Level 1 Course
- Successful completion of the Ethics for the Corrosion Professional course or an equivalent training
- Take required exams
- Certification Exam – Basic Coating Inspector Practical exam administered in the classroom.
Note: This exam is delivered as part of the AMPP CIP Level 1 course
- Certification Exam – Basic Coatings Inspector (CIP Level 1) Theory Exam scheduled through Pearson VUE.
Note: This exam is available on Computer Based Testing (CBT) at Pearson Virtual University Enterprises (VUE). AMPP offers exam preparation guides to help you prepare for your written exam.
CIP Level 2 Course
Completing the Coating Inspector Program (CIP) Level 2 Course is the first step to earning the Certified Coatings Inspector Certification. The CIP Level 2 Course provides instruction on documenting and performing non-destructive and destructive inspections, as well as inspection of different surfaces and non-liquid coatings.
Who should pursue and apply?
Basic Coatings Inspectors seeking Certified Coatings Inspector knowledge or certification and will be responsible for performing and documenting non-destructive/destructive inspections of liquid and non-liquid coatings to any substrate in a shop or field setting, under the supervision of a Senior Certified Coatings Inspector.
Classroom instruction is comprised of lectures, discussions, group exercises, and hands-on labs. Students will also participate in case studies based on real-life situations that focus on problem solving and team dynamics related to the inspection process.
Required
Successful completion of CIP Level 1 course
Learning objectives
- Explain advanced corrosion theory as it applies to the role of cathodic protection when used with coatings
- Identify types of environmental controls and inspection concerns associated with the use of digital electronic hygrometers, data loggers, and wind speed monitors
- Identify standards, methods of use, and inspection concerns for centrifugal blast cleaning and water-jetting equipment
- Recognize the importance of surface preparation, application, and inspection of liquid-applied and thick barrier linings
- Utilize destructive coating inspection equipment, such as adhesion and hardness testers, pH meters and ultrasonic thickness and eddy-current dry film thickness gauges
- Recognize the methods of use, standards, and inspection concerns for specialized application equipment including plural-component, electrostatic and centrifugal, and hot spray systems
- Recall concrete coating techniques, concerns and test instruments used for inspection
- Identify specialized coating techniques and application of non-liquid coatings including powdered coatings, spray metalizing, hot-dip galvanizing and automated coatings application
- Distinguish between different coating survey techniques, procedures, and common coating failure modes
- Describe maintenance coating operations, as well as health and safety concerns in relations to the inspector’s work conditions
Why Enroll in the CIP Level 2 Course?
The course equips participants with:
- Advanced knowledge of corrosion theory and inspection standards.
- Hands-on training on destructive and non-destructive testing for liquid and non-liquid coatings.
- In-depth understanding of environmental controls, surface preparation, and inspection techniques.
- Skills in utilizing specialized equipment, such as hygrometers, adhesion testers, and ultrasonic thickness gauges.
Course Highlights
- Comprehensive learning through lectures, discussions, group exercises, and hands-on labs.
- Real-life case studies focusing on problem-solving and teamwork.
- Coverage of advanced techniques like spray metalizing, hot-dip galvanizing, and automated coatings application.
- Practical exams to assess and certify your skills.
Program Details
- Duration: 60training hours
- Schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Last day ends at 3:30 PM, with Practical Exams)
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.
