Corrosion (MSK520)

Basic theory and how to defeat corrosion attacks by means of theory, cathodic protection and proper material selection are main topics. Also environmental - sensitive fractures in metals are dealt with, including various methods of corrosion resistance testing.


Course description for study year 2022-2023

Facts

Course code

MSK520

Version

1

Credits (ECTS)

5

Semester tution start

Spring

Number of semesters

1

Exam semester

Spring

Language of instruction

English

Offered by
Time table

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Content

Basic theory and how to defeat corrosion attacks by means of theory, cathodic protection and proper material selection are main topics. Also environmental - sensitive fractures in metals are dealt with.

Learning outcome

By attending the course, the candidate shall obtain knowledge within:

- Various forms of corrosion.

- How the various forms of corrosion can be retarded or terminated.

- How material selection can reduce the problem of corrosion.

Required prerequisite knowledge

None

Exam

Form of assessment Weight Duration Marks Aid
Written exam 1/1 3 Hours Letter grades Basic calculator

Course teacher(s)

Course coordinator:

Torfinn Havn

Head of Department:

Mona Wetrhus Minde

Method of work

4 hours lectures and tutorials pr week.

Overlapping courses

Course Reduction (SP)
Corrosion (MOA160_1) 5
Offshore Materials Technology, Corrosion and materials technology ( MSK500_1 MSK525_1 ) 5

Open for

Structural and Mechanical Engineering - Master of Science Degree Programme Exchange programme at Faculty of Science and Technology

Course assessment

By form and/or by discussions in class in accordance with university regulations.

Literature

The syllabus can be found in Leganto