AMPP-S-CAT Exam Information and Outline
Shipboard Corrosion Assessment Technician (S-CAT)
Syllabus Update Checked on: November 3, 2026
AMPP-S-CAT Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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- Exam Format
- Written theory examination and practical examination (final day of course)
- Coatings, Corrosion and Corrosion Control for Ships and Waterborne Structures
- Corrosion mechanisms in marine environments
- Corrosion control methods and protective systems
- Structural Condition Assessment
- Determining structural condition of ships and tanks
- Identifying coating system deficiencies
- Visual Assessment and Testing Methods
- Pit gauge use and pitting assessment
- Dry film thickness (DFT) measurement
- Adhesion testing
- Tank Scoring and Reporting