NDT Training

Eddy Current Testing (ECT) Level I/II, a technique of Electromagnetic Testing ET

ECT Level 1
40 Hours in length
4.0 CEU’s and 24 PDH’s

Course Outline:

1. In-depth study of Eddy Current Testing Theory as it applies to general industries.
2. Equipment Utilized.
3. General overview of discontinuities and indications typically found in various industries.
4. Hands on demonstration with practice on various types of equipment and specimens.
5. Completion of training course and testing to meet the requirements of SNT-TC-1A.
6. Final Exam

 
ECT Level 2
40 Hours in length
4.0 CEU’s and 24 PDH’s Not Sure about this value

Course Outline:

1. Further In-depth study of Eddy Current Testing Theory as it applies to general industries.
2. Equipment Utilized in a guided on-line environment.
3. General overview of discontinuities and indications typically found in various industries.
4. Hands on demonstration with practice on various types of equipment and specimens.
5. Completion of training course and testing to meet the requirements of SNT-TC-1A.
6. Final Exam

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Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) Level I/II

12 Hours in length
1.2 CEU’s and 14.4 PDH’s

Course Outline:

1. In depth study of Dye Penetrant Theory and Application as it applies to general industries.
2. Equipment Utilized.
3. General overview of discontinuities typically found in various industries.
4. Introduction to codes and company procedures as they relate to the industry.
5. Hands on demonstration with practice on various types of equipment and specimens.
6. Completion of training course and testing to meet the requirements of SNT-TC-1A.
7. Final Exam

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Online Training

Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) Level I/II

20 Hours in length
2.0 CEU’s and 24 PDH’s

Course Outline:

1. In depth study of Mag Particle Theory and Application as it applies to general industries.
2. Equipment Utilized.
3. General overview of discontinuities typically found in various industries.
4. Introduction to codes and company procedures as they relate to the industry.
5. Hands on demonstration with practice on various types of equipment and specimens.
6. Completion of training course and testing to meet the requirements of SNT-TC-1A.
7. Final Exam

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Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) Level I

40 Hours in length
4 CEU’s and 48 PDH’s

Course Outline:

1. Phased Array Wave Physics (Theory)
2. Phased Array Equipment
3. Calibration of a Phased Array System, DAC, TCG
4. Phased Array Scanning Applications and Beam Manipulation
5. Phased Array Data Presentation, Scans and File Management
6. Encoder Calibrations and Encoded Examinations
7. Overview of Codes and Standards
8. Hands-on Phased Array Calibration and Examination Laboratory Exercises
9. Final Exam

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Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) Level II

40 Hours in length
4 CEU’s and 48 PDH’s

Course Outline:

1. Theory, Uses, and Application
2. Applications for Weld Inspection
3. Element Grouping Calibration
4. Scan Planning Techniques applied to weld examinations
5. Instrument Display Views, Multiple Beam Angle Projections and Coverage of Weld/Zone
6. Flaw Detection, Sizing and Characterization
7. Encoded Scanning and Weld Examination Applications
8. Linear, Sectorial scans and Evaluation of A, B, C, S scans for Flaw Characterization
9. Applying Codes and Standards-UT in lieu of RT
10. Scan Plan and Electronic Report Preparation
11. Hands on Weld Flaw Examination Laboratory Exercises/Final Exam

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Radiographic Testing (RT) Level I

40 Hours in length
4 CEU’s and 48 PDH’s

Course Objectives:

1. Introduction and History of Radiographic Testing.
2. Types and sources of radiation-Gamma and X-Ray Equipment.
3. Radiation safety-Time-Distance and Shielding.
4. Radiographic testing principles, Equipment, Exposure and Film Development.
5. Radiographic equipment.
6. Radiographic film and process.
7. Final Exam

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Radiographic Testing (RT) Level II

40 Hours in length
4 CEU’s and 48 PDH’s

Course Outline:

1. Introduction and Principles of Radiography
2. Image Formation and Film Processing
3. Fundamental aspects of radiographic quality
4. Exposure Factors and Techniques
5. Radiographic quality assessment, Density and Sensitivity
6. X and Gamma Ray comparison
7. Hands on Radiographic Film Interpretation
8. Code/Procedure Review and Reporting
9. Basic welding processes, fabrication defects, In-service defects
10. Computed/Digital Radiography and Tomography Review
11. Final Exam

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Radiographic Testing Film Interpretation

Hours vary depending on previous training & certification level

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to Radiography
2. Radiographic Image Quality, Sensitivity, Contrast, Densities, and Latitude
(*Radiograph Image Quality, IQI’s, Markers, Identification, and other requirements)
3. About Radiographic Film Types, Speeds/Intensifying Screens, and Filters
4. Film Viewing Densitometer and Darkroom adequacy
5. Film Processing Manual-Automatic
6. Storage and Handling of Radiographic Film
7. Materials Processes of Steel Production, Casting, Metal Forming, and welding
8. Discontinuity Type-Inherent, Primary and Secondary Processing, In-Service
9. Hands on Film and Report Review
10. Final Exam

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Ultrasonic Thickness Testing Digital

8 Hours in length
1.0 CEU’s and 12.4 PDH’s

Course Outline:

1. Introduction and fundamental properties of Ultrasound.
2. Ultrasonic Equipment, including A,B,C Scan, Pulse Echo and Digital Thickness Equipment
3. Transducer Operation and Theory.
4. Couplant Purposes and Types.
5. Hands-on demonstration with practice for calibration and taking readings.
6. Completion of training course and testing to meet the requirements of SNT-TC-1A.
7. Final Exam

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Ultrasonic Thickness Testing A-Scan 24

24 Hours in length
2.4 CEU’s and 28.8 PDH’s

Course Outline:

1. Principles/Theory.
2. Ultrasonic Equipment, including A,B,C Scan, Pulse Echo and Digital Thickness Equipment, along with Materials.
3. Techniques/Calibrations.
4. Variables Affecting Test Results.
5. Procedures
6. Hands-on demonstration with practice for calibration and taking readings.
7. Completion of training course and testing to meet the requirements of SNT-TC-1A.
8. Final Exam

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Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Level I

40 Hours in length
4 CEU’s and 48 PDH’s

Course Outline:

1. Basic History of Ultrasound, Ultrasonic Wave Theory
2. Overview of Basic Ultrasonic Testing Equipment Functionality
3. Transducer, Probes, Lenses, Contact and Immersion
4. Hands on Physical Attributes
5. Familiarity of Equipment Calibrations
6. Evaluate crack bolting, laminated plate, thinning pipe and different natural types
7. Final Exam

** Do you need only your hands on hours to finish your 40 hrs of training? If so, you can sign up for just the 10 hr hands on day and we’ll send you the equipment you need and you’ll join in for that day with the rest of the students, available LIVE online or in person.

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Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Level II

40 Hours in length
4 CEU’s and 48 PDH’s

Course Outline:

1. Principles of Ultrasonics as related to Shearwave
2. Equipment Qualification
3. Material Manufacturing and Weld flow types
4. Joint Geometry, Discontinuity Signal Characterization
5. Documentation, Codes, Procedures, reporting
6. Introduction to Guided Wave, Phased Array and TOFD
7. Hands on Calibration, Code Application, detection of different flaws
8. Final Exam

** Do you need only your hands on hours to finish your 40 hrs of training? If so, you can sign up for just the 10 hr hands on day and we’ll send you the equipment you need and you’ll join in for that day with the rest of the students, available LIVE online or in person.

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Visual Testing (VT) Level I/II

24 Hours in length
2.4 CEU’s and 28.8 PDH’s

Course Outline:

1. History of Visual Inspection, Illumination and item physical attributes
2. Direct and Indirect techniques, inspection gauges, tools, Boroscopes, Flexscopes
3. Welding and Manufacturing flaws, Valves, Bolts, Drawings, Pipe Hangers
4. Hands on use of tools application to weld samples, evaluate to codes
5. Final Exam