WELCOME Welcome to our Web site. This site offers you the opportunity to learn more about the 54th Annual Western States Corrosion Seminar, which was founded in 1966 as a non-profit educational program, the 22nd Annual CP Tester Recognition Course, and the 15th Annual Rectifier Course. Throughout the years, the seminar has included some of the foremost experts in the field of corrosion control. Whether your field is pipeline, cables or tanks, underground or aboveground, internal or external, there is a presentation by an expert that could benefit you and your company. Instructors are available for one-on-one discussions and are happy to discuss your problems. The seminar is held in a relaxed atmosphere that encourages discussions.
Don't miss this excellent opportunity to network with professionals, develop helpful contacts, and exchange ideas and experiences with your counterparts in the world of corrosion control. For a quick look at the program, go to SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCE. CLICK HERE TO REGISTERPROGRAMS OFFERED SEMINAR Western States Corrosion Seminar begins on Tuesday morning with a GENERAL SESSION.In the afternoon, the seminar breaks into the following three sessions:
II INTERMEDIATEIII ADVANCEDEach student may attend all classes in a given session or may choose to attend select classes among the various sessions. CATHODIC PROTECTION TESTER RECOGNITION COURSE We also offer the Cathodic Protection Tester Recognition Course which is a 2-1/2-day intensive course with exam. Those who successfully complete the exam and have documented work experience within the last year are qualified to become recognized as a "CP TESTER" as defined in Code 40 CFR 280.12 of the Code of the Federal Regulations. Click here for more information on the CP Tester Course. RECTIFIERCOURSE The Western States Corrosion Seminar is offering a 2-1/2 day Rectifier Course. It includes theory and operation, rectifier component design and operation, shunts, special purpose rectifiers and their use, wiring diagrams and schematics, rectifier and CP system efficiencies and improvements, general rectifier maintenance and repairs, troubleshooting, and a NACE-sponsored rectifier exam.Click here for more information on the Rectifier Course.
CERTIFICATION EXAMSNACE International certifications exams, such as Corrosion Technician, Corrosion Technologist, Sr. Corrosion Technologist, CP Tester Upgrade, and the various specialist exams, will also be given on Thursday. Click here for more information on the exams.
EXHIBITSfrom foremost corrosion control companies showing their products and services will be on display. This is an excellent opportunity to meet local and internationally known companies in the field of corrosion control. Open throughout the seminar, the exhibit hall is the main gathering place during morning and afternoon breaks. Click here for more information on exhibiting at the seminar.
COURSE EXAMSare being offered for the Fundamentals, Intermediate, and Advanced Sessions on Thursday afternoon to test your knowledge of the subject. An additional fee of $150 is required per exam which includes a well-known reference book. Click here for more information on the examinations.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND Engineers in all fields, corrosion technicians, construction foremen, maintenance foremen, and management, who have responsibility for approving engineering and corrosion control related expenses, will discover the corrosion control options, their importance, and overall savings possible when corrosion control is properly implemented.
REGISTRATION FEE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The registration fee for the seminar and CP Rectifier Course is $495. The registration fee increases to $545 after April 20. This fee includes proceedings or course materials, 3 lunches, continuous refreshments, and two evening hosted social hours. Meals for non-attendees, such as a spouse, can be purchased at the Registration Desk downstairs.
One-day registration fee for the seminar is $225. There is no 1-day registration option for the CP Rectifier or CP Tester Courses. The fee includes the proceedings, handouts during the day, one lunch, continuous refreshments, and the evening social hour.
Breakfast can be purchased in the dining room. A ticket for dinner on Tuesday and Wednesday can be purchased by 10:30 am at the downstairs Registration Desk.
All attendees receive a copy of the proceedings or course materials, additional handouts, and attendance certificate.
LODGING RESERVATIONSLodging with complimentary full buffet breakfast at Kellogg West is $95 per night (single occupancy) and $105 per night (double occupancy) plus hotel occupancy tax. Room check-in is after 3 pm. Check-out is noon.
Dinner is available in the Kellogg West dining room for $25 per meal (tax included). Dinner tickets must be purchased by 10:30 am at the downstairs Registration Desk. Call Kellogg West Conference Center and Lodge at 909-869-2222 to make lodging reservations. Request the "Western States Corrosion Seminar" or "Leader #136904" rate by April 16 to ensure this rate. Early reservations are essential to assure accommodations on the Kellogg West campus.CANCELLATION DATE Registration is very limited. For this reason, the Seminar Committee reserves the right to retain registration fees for students cancelling their reservation after April 17. PRIOR PROCEEDINGS Additional proceedings for past and present seminars can be purchased for $45 each. CLOTHES The attire for the seminar is informal. The weather in May is very comfortable but the attendee should prepare for cool mornings and evenings.CONTACT HOURS Each session provides 0.75 to 1.5 contact hours for a maximum of 14.25 contact hours.CALL FOR EXHIBITORS & SPONSORS We are actively seeking exhibitors and sponsors for this year's seminar.
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For any questions about the seminar and/or courses call:
Sylvia Hall Sylvia Hall Engineering (SHE)2735 Crownpoint Place Escondido, CA 92027 United States Office/Cell/Text: 562-895-8482 info@westernstatescorrosion.org ">">
Sponsored by
NACE International Western Area
Endorsed by
American Water Works Association
Western States Corrosion Seminar Statue at Kellogg West
Regarding this website contact: Sylvia C. Hall562 895 8482 (work/cell/text)
WESTERN STATES CORROSION SEMINAR CP TESTER RECOGNITION COURSE CP RECTIFIER COURSE May 5 to 7, 2020 Kellogg West Conference Center, Cal Poly Pomona University
