Corrosion and Surface Protection

Overview

What you will study

The Corrosion and Surface Protection course provided by KTH Royal Institute of Technology concerns fundamental theory of the thermodynamics and kinetics of the corrosion process of metals and alloys as well as polymer materials both in atmosphere and water solutions. 

Focus is put on electrochemical aspects and the influences of the properties of the metals and their oxides on the corrosion behavior, which is exemplified by different corrosion types. Existing corrosion protection strategies, including surface treatments and coatings are described and choice of material is discussed from a corrosion point of view.

In addition to lectures and exercises, the course includes invited lectures from the Swedish industry addressing aspects related to corrosion protection and a group project in which a specific corrosion relevant case is analyzed and discussed both in an oral and a written report.

After completion of the course the student will be able to:

• Explain and describe different electrochemical/corrosion processes of metals/alloys and degradation of polymeric materials at different conditions, as well as describe different corrosion phenomena, methods for surface treatment and corrosion prevention strategies. 

• Apply acquired corrosion-relevant theoretical knowledge on practical examples.

• Develop, put into practice and synthesize knowledge of specific industry- and/or society-relevant corrosion research problems, find underlying reasons for the problems and propose solutions or recommendations for action via targeted written and oral presentations.