2020 CLASS SCHEDULE

To see the class location or to register, click on the class date you would like to attend.

Our program times out in 30 mins, so please have your credit information ready before the registration process.

Wait List & Education Connection 

Class seats are limited. Please register early. If the class you are seeking is closed and you would like to be placed on our waiting list or, if you'd like to be notified of upcoming classes through our Education Connection newsletter, contact Tiffany Multra at tmultra@steeltank.com. 

Daily Class Schedule

First Day:             8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Second Day:        8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Exam is given at the end of the last training day, typically takes 1-2 hours.

Questions?

• Registration questions? Please call Tiffany Multra at 224/286-6321 or email at tmultra@steeltank.com
• Class content questions? Please call Steve Pollock at 847/550-3831 or email at spollock@steeltank.com

Upon Completion

• This course will certify qualifying participants as cathodic protection testers of underground storage tanks.
• Obtain STI certification for testing UST cathodic protection systems.
• Build your customer relationships by helping their organizations to meet regulatory requirements.
• Learn practical troubleshooting techniques for UST systems.
• Take advantage of a course that provides your firm with testing know-how from the experts.

COURSE OUTLINE

Corrosion Basics

• Taking the mystery out of the natural phenomenon of corrosion

How Cathodic Protection Works

• Showing how a technology can use the natural process of corrosion to protect structures such as underground storage tanks and piping.

Monitoring Cathodic Protection

• Hands-on use of equipment to teach measurement methods such as structure-to-soil potential, and continuity testing.

Troubleshooting Techniques

• Demonstrating how measurement techniques can impact test results. This class will also teach you how to conduct troubleshooting tests to helpidentify problems.

Regulatory Requirements

• Establishing what local, state and federal regulators expect in regards to CP testing and reporting.

Hands on Demonstration

• Priority will be given to hands on classroom demonstrations to clearly show how the testing should be conducted.

Field Testing

• Taking classroom lessons and applying them in field - plan on getting dirty. The class will go to two tank sites.

The course also covers how to test impressed current systems, including instant off readings and shunt calculations.

FEES

STI/SPFA offers the following discounts. Early Registration, Government Employee/State Regulator, STI/SPFA Fabricator Member and 4 or more (from same company, registering at the same time). The early registration discount payment must reach our office 35 days prior to the date of the class, otherwise the full amount applies.  It is the responsibility of the registrant to submit payment in a timely manner. Membership description can be found at the bottom of this page.

2 Day Training Rates

*STI/SPFA MEMBER DISCOUNT: If your company is not a member of STI/SPFA, please do not select STI/SPFA Member rates. STI/SPFA Fabricator Members are companies that pay yearly dues to STI/SPFA and typically produce steel storage tanks, field erected water tanks, pressure vessels and heat exchangers, pipe and pipelines. STI/SPFA Affiliate Members are companies that pay yearly dues to STI/SPFA and are engaged in the business of supplying components, materials, or services for fabrication of steel products.

CP and AST certificate holders do not qualify for the Fabricator Member discount. See bottom of page for further information.

Click this link for information about STI/SPFA Fabricator membership. Click this link for information about STI/SPFA Affiliate Membership. 

ATTENDANCE & PAYMENT

Attendance at courses is limited. Please register early as courses fill up quickly. Advance registration accompanied by fee payment in full is required to guarantee your reservation.  Payment in full is due at the time of registration.  STI regrets that it cannot be responsible for any loss or damages incurred as a result of cancellation of a course by STI for any reason. This includes, but is not limited to, airfare penalties. Prices for courses and products are subject to change without advance notice.

FOUR OR MORE DISCOUNT RATES: 
All four (or more) registrants must be from the same company name, same work address. If you are taking advantage of the early discount rate along with the 4 or more, payment must reach our office by the early registration deadline or the regular rate will apply. No exceptions. Please call Tiffany at 224-286-6321 if you'd like to take advantage of this discount or have questions about the 4 or More discount.

Steel Tank Institute / Steel Plate Fabricators Association Membership

STI/SPFA is a trade association representing fabricators of steel construction products and their suppliers. Member companies produce steel storage tanks, field erected water tanks, pressure vessels and heat exchangers, and pipelines. Their customers are from the petrochemical, power generation, food, pharmaceutical, fuels, waste water and water transmission industries.

If you are not a fabricator or supplier, but need to stay on top of the latest industry news, we also offer Industry Associate status. Click HERE for an Industry Associate application. If you would like more information on becoming a part of STI/SPFA, please contact Katie Bruce at 847/550-3833 or by email at kbruce@steeltank.com.

Exam

You must receive a passing grade on each portion of the exam in order to be certified.

The exam consist of three sections:

1. written exam
2. hands-on galvanic
3. hands-on impressed current system

Participants must receive a 75% to pass the written exam. The Hands-On sections are pass/fail.

Waiver

Click HERE for a class waiver (must be submitted prior to attending a training class or checked the box of terms and conditions on the waiver page during the online registration process).

STI regrets that it cannot be responsible for any loss or damages incurred as a result of cancellation of a course by STI for any reason. This includes, but is not limited to, airfare penalties. Prices for courses and products are subject to change without advance notice.

CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS, TRANSFERS, AND SUBSTITUTIONS:

Cancellations must be submitted in writing. Paid registrations canceled at least 35 calendar days in advance of the event will receive a full refund less a $50.00 service fee. Paid registrations canceled 34 to 7 calendar days before an event will receive a refund of 50% of the registration cost. No refunds or credits will be granted on cancellation request received less than 7 calendar days before an event is to begin.

• The cancellation fee will be assessed once the written request is received.
• Cancellations and refunds are at the discretion of STI/SPFA.
• Substitute request must be submitted in writing. Substitutes are permitted at the discretion of STI/SPFA.
• Transfer request must be submitted in writing and must include the class to which you are transferring. Transfers made 35 or more calendar days in advance will incur a $50.00 transfer fee. Transfers made 34 to 7 calendar days before the start of the event will incur a $150.00 transfer fee. Transfers are not allowed less than 7 calendar days before an event begins. The transfer fee will be assessed once the written request is received.
• Transferred registrations are not eligible for refunds of any amount.

Submit all written request to Tiffany at tmultra@steeltank.com. Feel free to call with any questions or concerns 224-286-6321.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS

• Continuing Education Units: Participants may receive 1.5 Continuing Education Units (1.5 CEUs) when pass this course. 
• Tobacco Use: To assure the comfort and safety of all course participants, use of tobacco products in or during any STI class, examination, and/or lab activity is NOT permitted.
• Tax Deduction for Educational Expenses: Expenses incurred in attending a STI course may be tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
• Hotel Accommodations: Participants are responsible for making their own hotel reservations directly with the hotel.
• Meals & Refreshments: Participants are resonsible for all meals.