Certification: Coating Inspector Program Level 2 - Bridge Specialty

Upon successful completion of the CIP Level 2 course and exam, a NACE Coating Inspector Level 2 will possess (but will not be limited to) the following skills and knowledge factors:

Qualified to perform advanced coating inspections using both nondestructive and destructive techniques;
Knowledge of specialized coating materials and techniques for a variety of substrates including concrete, copper, aluminum, lead, galvanized, and thermal spray metals as well as wood and polymeric materials (plastics);
Understanding of various types of coatings including powder, fireproof, anti-fouling, high-heat, and temporary protective coatings as well as concrete, pipeline, mainline, and field joint coatings;
Advanced knowledge of recordkeeping, report writing and condition surveys.
More information about this certification

Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 3 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
Yes
Renew through Re-Examination?
No
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
No

Core

  1. The certification does not have a minimum education level or has an education level below a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree and the certification does not have a minimum requirement for work experience or requires two or less years of work experience.
  2. The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher, but has a work experience requirement of less than 2 years of work experience.
  3. The certification has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years but does not require a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree.