NACE Coating Inspection Programme (CIP) - Peer Review

The Peer Review  is a detailed oral examination in front of a three-member review board that lasts approximately two hours.  The Review includes a series of questions to test the candidate’s practical and theoretical knowledge of coatings and coatings inspection. Candidates are questioned from a random draw of topics ranging from standards, procedures, ethics, coatings use, inspection instruments, role-playing, and specific case studies. The Review is graded on a pass/fail basis. Students who have successfully completed CIP 2 or CIP 2 Maritime, and have two years of verifiable work experience in coating inspection and coating technology may register for the Peer Review. Successful completion of the CIP Peer Review is required to achieve recognition as a Certified NACE Coatings Inspector.