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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Corrosion Management
Reference ENM309 Version 7
Created August 2021 SCQF Level SCQF 11
Approved August 2011 SCQF Points 15
Amended August 2021 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
This module provides the student with the ability to identify, justify and apply techniques for effective corrosion management.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Critically review the relation between corrosion engineering, corrosion management and asset integrity management.
2 Identify and apply relevant corrosion management techniques.
3 Develop corrosion management strategies taking into account technical feasibility and commercial viability.

Indicative Module Content
Corrosion Management Concept - Implications of corrosion Relationship between corrosion engineering, corrosion management and integrity management. Techniques for mitigating corrosion Corrosion Management Process - Integrity reviews Regular performance monitoring Effective corrosion assessment CORROSION MANAGEMENT PRODUCT Corrosion management strategies Corrosion control matrices Corrosion KPI Procedures, Databases & Registers Benefits of Corrosion Management - Consequences of failure Integrity & Financial benefits Personnel safety Environmental protection Optimisation of costs Corrosion Management Shortcomings - Troubleshooting guide Mistakes from past experiences Documentation, training, communication Procedures

Module Delivery
DISTANCE LEARNING: The module is delivered by online lectures, interactive group work, case study tutorials and directed self-study.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours N/A 23
Non-Contact Hours N/A 127
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL N/A 150
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 50% Outcomes Assessed: 1
Description: Coursework.
Component 2
Type: Examination Weighting: 50% Outcomes Assessed: 2, 3
Description: Closed book examination.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
The module has 2 components and an overall grade D is required to pass the module. The component weighting is as follows: C1 is worth 50% and C2 is worth 50%.
Examination:
Coursework: A B C D E F NS
A A A B B C E
B A B B C C E
C B B C C D E
D B C C D D E
E C C D D E E
F E E E E E F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module Normally a UK honours degree, or equivalent, in Engineering or related discipline at class 2.2 or above and proficiency in English language for academic purposes (IELTS minimum score of 6.5 or equivalent).
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 Recommended practice for corrosion management of pipelines in oil and gas production and transportation (EFC 64) Edited by B. Kermani and T. Chevrot., February 2012, 88pp paperback, ISBN: 978 1 907975 33 2
2 Corrosion under insulation (CUI) guidelines (EFC 55) (under revision)., Edited by S. Winnik. March 2008, 176pp hardback, ISBN 978 1 84569 423 4.
3 Expert overview Corrosion management in the twenty-first century British Corrosion Journal (1995), pp. 192-198, doi:10.1179/000705995798113925 by K. R. Trethewey, P. R. Roberge
4 Corrosion Management: A Guide for Industry Managers. Javaherdashti , Reza. 2011. Corrosion Reviews. 21(4): 275-358. Retrieved 7 Sep. 2013, from doi:10.1515/CORRREV.2003.21.4.311
5 "A Framework for the Management of Ageing of Safety Critical Elements Offshore". Sharp, John V., Edmund G. Terry, and John Wintle. ASME, 2011.
6 "Industry Practices for the Management of Ageing Assets Relevant to Offshore Installations". Sharp, John V., John B. Wintle, Carol Johnston, and Alex Stacey. ASME, 2011.
7 Review of Corrosion Management for Offshore oil and gas processing, HSE., Offshore Technology Report, 2001/044.


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