CEREM Training Courses Series
1. CORROSION MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL
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The Center of Excellence for Research in Engineering Materials (CEREM), King Saud University, successfully conducted its specialized training course titled “Corrosion Measurement and Control” on 22–23 October 2025 at the College of Engineering.
This two-day course, delivered by Prof. El-Sayed M. Sherif, provided participants with an in-depth understanding of corrosion fundamentals, measurement techniques, monitoring strategies, and industrial control methods. The training combined theoretical lectures, hands-on demonstrations, and real-case industrial examples, enabling attendees to gain both scientific and practical insights into corrosion behavior and mitigation.
Trainer/Speaker
Prof. El-Sayed M. Sherif

Course Highlights
- Overview of corrosion mechanisms and electrochemical principles
- Techniques for corrosion rate measurement and monitoring
- Surface degradation and failure analysis
- Protective coatings, inhibitors, and control strategies
- Practical demonstrations of corrosion testing instruments
- Interactive discussions on industrial corrosion challenges
Participants included engineers, researchers, industry professionals, and graduate students from various sectors. The course received excellent feedback, particularly for its technical depth and practical relevance to real-world engineering scenarios.
Event Highlights in Pictures

Opening session and welcome remarks

Technical lectures by Prof. Sherif

Demonstration of corrosion testing equipment

Participant engagement and Q&A
Appreciation
CEREM extends its sincere appreciation to all participants for their active engagement and to Prof. El-Sayed M. Sherif for delivering an outstanding and impactful training program.
Special thanks to the CEREM administrative and technical teams for their support in organizing this event.
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2. MATERIALS TESTING & FAILURE ANALYSIS of METALLIC MATERIALS
Upcoming Course
📢 Stay tuned for our next specialized training program in “Materials Testing & Failure Analysis of Metallic Materials.
