AMPP-O-CAT Exam Information and Outline
Offshore Corrosion Assessment Technician (O-CAT)
Syllabus Update Checked on: October 30, 2026
AMPP-O-CAT Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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- Exam Format
- Computer-based theory (written) examination
- Practical field-oriented assessment on the final day of the 5-day course
- Offshore Platform Corrosion Systems
- Atmospheric, splash zone and submerged zones
- Assessing Corrosion Protection on Fixed Offshore Platforms
- Protective coatings and splash zone systems
- Cathodic protection systems
- Inspection and Evaluation
- Identifying critical corrosion areas
- Industry inspection methods and grading systems for Level I facility reports
- Safety Hazards Offshore
- In-Service Inspection and Maintenance Planning