Epoxy-Coated reinforcement has been in use for more than 30 years and, when used in conjunction with increased concrete cover, has provided significant improvements over uncoated bars in the corrosion performance of reinforcing steel. However, few problems such as poor performance of epoxy-coated reinforcement when the concrete remains saturated, such as occurs in bridge piers in the salt water, and as well with time, the epoxy tends to lose its adhesion to steel. The loss of adhesion is accelerated when the concrete remains wet. Epoxy-coated reinforcement is a good but not perfect corrosion protection system. Therefore there is a strong need to develop methods that improve its performance. The course material is based on FHWA Publication Number FHWA-HRT-07-043: Multiple Corrosion Protection Systems for Reinforced Concrete Bridge Components.

At the conclusion of this course, the learner will have a better understanding about the Planning and Design of Corrosion Protection Systems for Reinforced Concrete Bridge Components as well as the following:

• Knowledge about corrosion protection systems
• Understands the influence of epoxies on serviceability of the components
• Knowledge of field testing procedures and analysis of test results
• Knowledge about comparative analysis of test results