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Cathodic Protection Technician - Level One

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Cathodic protection is a technique used to control corrosion of metal surfaces in structures that are in contact with conductive eletrolyte including buildings, pipelines and bridges. Cathodic protection technicians work on a variety of projects, installing, commissioning, monitoring, evaluating, maintaining, repairing and decommissioning cathodic protection systems. In 2013 Alberta was the first jurisdiction in Canada to designate cathodic protection technician as a designated occupation.

A cathodic protection technician - level one must:

  • prepare for planned cathodic protection projects,
  • perform lockout and tagout procedures,
  • operate, use and install test equipment,
  • perform  troubleshooting on cathodic protection systems,
  • conduct function tests,
  • gather data, prepare records and reports,
  • install, maintain and repair components of a cathodic protection system, and
  • troubleshoot and replace components on a rectifier that is NOT installed.

Program Information

Program Information & Requirements
Trades Qualifier

You can earn a Journeyperson Certificate based on:

Work Experience

The requirements for a Cathodic Protection Technician – Level 1 are:

  • A minimum of 18 months AND 1,500 hours of work experience. 
  • Successful completion and verification of ONE of the below courses:
    • Enform (Energy Safety Canada) Cathodic Protection Rectifier, OR
    • Corrpro Authorization Course
  • An Employer Declaration Letter (EDL).
  • A successful theory exam.

Recognized Training

The requirements for a Cathodic Protection Technician – Level 1 are:

  • A minimum of 12 months AND 1,000 hours of work experience.
  • Successful completion and verification of ONE of the below courses from The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP - formerly NACE International):
    • CP-1 Tester,
    • CP-2 Technician,
    • CP-3 Technologist,
    • CP-4 Specialist,
    • The (old) NACE Basic Corrosion Course & (old) NACE Corrosion Prevention by Cathodic Protection, OR
    • AMPP Basic Corrosion & AMPP Corrosion Prevention in Oil & Gas Production.
  • Successful completion and verification of ONE of the below courses:
    • Enform (Energy Safety Canada) Cathodic Protection Rectifier, OR
    • Corrpro Authorization Course.
  • A successful theory exam.

NOTE: Certified recognized Construction/Maintenance Electricians do NOT require the Energy Safety Canada Protection Rectifier course, but do require the appropriate AMPP

Program Credit

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Trade Information Get important information about the duties, working conditions, and skills and abilities needed to work in this trade. (You will be re-directed to the alis website.)
Job Information View job postings in this trade, and learn about the current job market, average wage and resources for finding a job. (You will be re-directed to the alis website.)
Competency Outline Get information on all of the program requirements and what you will learn.
Examinations Get exam counselling sheets for your upcoming apprenticeship, interprovincial or qualification exam.
Legislation For more information regarding undertakings, activities, and certification requirements, please review the Designated Trades and Restricted Activities Regulation and the Designated Trades’ Activities and Certification Requirements Order.

 

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