Description: MPI’s Level 3 training is the highest level of commercial/institutional paint training offered and is the final and most comprehensive course in MPI’s training program. Graduates of this course will gain the knowledge required to add value to almost any aspect of an architectural/commercial paint project from specifications, surface preparation, application, quality assurance, as well as elements of inspection.

Topics Covered:

• How to review detailed paint specs for any commercial/institutional projects (new construction & maintenance repaint)
• How to use various pieces of testing equipment for inspection in order to provide a detailed evaluation of the surface
• How to select the optimal coating system depending on condition of the substrate and/or existing coating, substrate, budget and exposure environment
• Roles and responsibilities of all contractors and specifying authorities involved
• How to document work to ensure job quality and adherence to specifications
• How to interpret and review blueprints
• Elements of Site Inspections

Course Format: Course is online. Exam is proctored online, requires photo ID and Skype

Duration: 90 days to complete exam from date of registration

Minimum Passing Grade: 75% or greater to pass

Prerequisites: You must pass all of the following courses to be able to take the Level 3 Training.

• Level 1 – Essentials of Paint and Painting Technology
• Level 2 A – Architectural Painting
• Level 2 B – Maintenance Repainting

Accreditation: Paint Quality Assurance®

Note: - passing the MPI L3 Inspection training course does not make you an MPI Certified Architectural Coatings Inspector. To obtain that certification you will need to pass the Professional Education and Knowledge Assessment (PEKA) – Please contact the office for details.