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COURSE PACKAGE OVERVIEW

This introductory course in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) covers the fundamental principles, typical applications, advantages & disadvantages, applicable international standards and the training requirements for Inspectors for the principal types of NDT techniques that are widely specified for the identification of imperfections & defects in metals & other engineering materials. 

The course is focussed on providing practical, work-place ready skills that employers and industry require, but that many academic programmes do not provide.

There are no qualification entry requirements required to complete the course.

The NDT techniques covered include:

• ULTRASONIC TESTING (UT)

• RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING (RT)  

• MAGNETIC PARTICLE TESTING (MT)

• DYE PENETRANT TESTING (PT)

• EDDY CURRENT TESTING (ET)

• ACOUSTIC EMISSION (AE) TESTING

A complete list of topics covered on the course is shown further down the page under the heading: 'COURSE CONTENT.'

Total estimated time to deliver the training 10 hours.

BENEFITS OF OUR COURSE PACKAGES

1. Industry-Relevant: Developed by academic & industry experts ensures that the content is both academically rigorous and practically relevant. 

2. Accredited Certifications: Our courses have accreditation from highly experienced, professionally qualified Chartered Engineers, Materials Engineers, Metallurgists & Welding professionals, with decades of industry experience. The value of our certifications to industry has also been recognised by top organisations & professional bodies. 

3. Proven Success: Our training has already empowered professionals from high-profile organisations & professional bodies including Arcelor Mittal, Bourne Steel, J & D Pierce Contracts Ltd, UKRI - Science & Technologies Facilities Council, TAQA Bratani, Moog Aircraft Group, Millar Callaghan Engineering Services Ltd, Professional Lifting Services Ltd, Mueller Europe, WQiC, Harold Newsome Ltd, William Haley Engineering Ltd, RWE Generation UK PLC, TEi Ltd, The Institute of Cast Metal Engineers (ICME), Sulzer and The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC.)

4. Excellent Feedback: Our courses have received excellent feedback from candidates who have completed them, highlighting their effectiveness in developing knowledge, skills and understanding. To review their comments, please follow the link.

5. No Prior Knowledge Required: The course is suitable for candidates at all levels, including those new to non-destructive testing, as no specific qualification entry requirements are needed. Anyone with passion and curiosity can access world-class NDT education—regardless of academic background. 

6. Comprehensive Curriculum: A complete list of topics covered on the course is shown further down the page under the heading: 'COURSE CONTENT.'

7. Career Advancement: The training is designed to enhance candidates' career prospects by increasing their technical knowledge, skills and understanding. 

COURSE CONTENT

• The Need for NDT Inspection

• The Distinction between 'Defects' & 'Imperfections' 

• External Standards

• Characteristics of Radiographic Testing (RT):

  • Characteristics of X-Rays & Gamma Rays

  • The Electromagnetic Spectrum

  • Image Characteristics

  • Computed Radiography

• Characteristics of Ultrasonic Testing (UT):

  • Properties of Sound Waves

  • Characteristics of Probes & Piezoelectric Crystals

  • Normal Probes & Angle Probes:

    • Effect of Frequency on Sensitivity

    • Penetration & Attenuation

    • Beam Divergence, Beam Spread & Beam Width

    • Longitudinal Waves & Shear Waves

  • Mode Conversion, Refraction & Snell's Law

  • Pulse Echo Method of Inspection:

    • Imperfections & Defects

    • Determining the Depth of Defects

    • Initial Pulse / Dead Zone 

    • Twin Crystal Probes

    • Choice of Probe Frequency

    • DAC Calibration: Reference Standards-Flat Bottomed Holes & Side Drilled Holes

    • Reference Levels 

    • Acceptance Levels e.g. BS EN ISO 11666, applicable to structural steel welds

    • Calculation of dB & Amplitude

    • Examining Curved Surfaces

    • Use of UT for Thickness Measurements

  • Specialised Inspection Techniques:

    • Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT)

    • Use of Angle Probes & Longitudinal Waves on Coarse Grained Austenitic Welds

    • Time of Flight Diffraction (ToFD) Inspection of Welds

    • Automation & Immersion Testing 

    • Guided Wave Testing (GWT)

• Characteristics of Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT):

  • Characteristics & Principles

  • Surface Preparation

  • What are Ferromagnetic Metals?

  • Demagnetisation

  • Acceptance Levels e.g. BS EN ISO 23278, applicable to structural steel welds

• Characteristics of Dye Penetrant Testing (PT):

  • Capillary Action

  • Penetrant Types

  • Characteristics & Principles

  • Acceptance Levels e.g. BS EN ISO 23277, applicable to structural steel welds

• Characteristics of Eddy Current Testing (ET):

  • Characteristics & Principles

  • Types of Probe

  • Effect of Probe Frequency

  • Detection of Cracks

  • Automated Testing

• Characteristics of Acoustic Emission (AE) Testing:

  • Characteristics

  • Technique

• Training Requirements of Inspectors to BS EN ISO 9712:

  • Level 1, 2 & 3 Competencies

  • Product Sector Certification

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If you are a training provider, or employer looking to deliver this training then for a quotation, or for more information, please contact our Principal Consultant, Philip Bralsford:

• • e-mail: philip@philipbralsford.co.uk

• • Telephone: +44 (0)114 235 6111 

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