Course content

Corrosion theory with electrochemistry and thermodynamics as basis. Pourbaix diagrams and polarisation curves. Use of the theoretical basis to explain known corrosion forms as a combination of material and environment. Influence of metallurgical, physical and mechanical factors. Corrosion properties of the most important construction materials. Test methods. Corrosion protection through improvement of metal properties, construction, change of corrosive fluid, change of surface potential and surface protection.

Learning outcome

The students shall be able to decide whether or not corrosion will occur in addition to describe what type of corrosion that will initiate on a construction or a component. In addition shall the student be able to select the most appropriate method(s) to reduce or eliminate the probability of corrosion to occur under defined conditions.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, exercises that needs to be approved before the candidate is allowed to take the exam. The lectures and exercises are in English when students who do not speak Norwegian take the course. At postponed exam written exam can be replaced with oral examination.

Compulsory assignments

• Exercises

Recommended previous knowledge

Experience according to the module TMM4100 Materials Technology 1, in addition to an introduction course in Corrosion in the beginning of the term.

Course materials

E.Bardal: Corrosion and Protection, Springer, 2003.
K.Nisancioglu: Corrosion Basics and Engineering.
Roy Johnsen: Compendiums on special topics.

Credit reductions