Training Course Descriptions

Ultrasonic - Level I Course

Topics included are: Ultrasonic theory, Instrument operation, Inspection parameters, Thickness testing, Straight beam flaw detection and sizing. Calibration techniques for straight beam, dual element, delay-line, and angle beam transducers.

Duration: 5 days
Cost: $1120

Ultrasonic - Level II Course

Topics included are: Angle beam Flaw location and Evaluation. Special instrument features, Equipment quality control, Flaw Sizing, Manufacturing processes, their flaws, and proper UT inspection.

Duration: 5 days
Cost: $1120
Prerequisite: Ultrasonic - Level I Course

Ultrasonic - Level IIB Course

Advanced Topics included are: Linear and phased array inspection, Immersion inspection basics, Flaw sizing techniques (DGS, Tip Diffraction, Creeper methods), C-Scan and B-Scan considerations, Spot weld inspection, Advanced thickness gauging, Transducer designs, Digital data collection and documentation, and Hardness testing.

Duration: 5 days
Cost: $1120
Prerequisite: Ultrasonic - Level I Course

Ultrasonic - Level III Course

Level 3 Examination review topics included are: Test taking philosophy, Ultrasonic theory, Mathematics of Ultrasound, Equipment and transducers, Inspection parameters and calibration, Immersion theory, Equipment quality control, Flaw origins and inspection methods, UT Procedure familiarization, and Study recommendations.

Duration: 4 days
Cost: $1050
Prerequisite:

Ultrasonic - Weld Inspection

Topics included are: Angle beam inspection, Welding flaw signatures and identification, Weld evaluation and sizing techniques, DAC curve evaluations, AWS system evaluations Digital flaw detection, Data storage, and documentation.

Duration: 5 days
Cost: $1100
Prerequisite: Ultrasonic - Level I Course

Ultrasonic - Thickness Testing

Topics included are: Ultrasonic theory, Thickness equipment and transducers, Thickness inspection parameters, Data collection, and Documentation.

Duration: 2 days
Cost: $575

Ultrasonic - Inspection of Advanced Composite Materials

Topics included are: Ultrasonic Theory, Equipment and transducers, Composite material inspection, straight beam, dual beam, delay-line, and ZIP probe usage, Pulse echo immersion and contact testing, Through transmission inspection, B-Scan and C-Scan capabilities, Thickness measurement, and Flaw/lamination detection and sizing.

Duration: 5 days
Cost: $1120

Eddy Current - Level I Course

Electromagnetic theory, alternating current, applications, advantages and limitations of eddy currents, digital and meter readout equipment as well as impedance plane displays.  Various types of sensors: absolute, differential and reflectance coils, surface probes, encircling and bobbin coils.  Laboratory exercises will include flaw evaluation, conductivity, alloy identity, crack detection, recognizing the effects of lift-off, conductivity, permeability and frequency.

Duration: 5 days
Cost: $1120

Eddy Current - Level II Course

Advanced laboratory exercises include in-depth functions of impedance plane instruments and interpretation of results. Theory and mathematics of alternating current and electrical circuits, applications, single and multi-frequency crack detection, plating and coating, cladding and wall thickness, conductivity measurement, hardness and heat treatment. Inspection procedures, calibration and acceptance standards, and categories of discontinuities were covered along with extensive practical exercises.

Duration: 5 days
Cost: $1120
Prerequisite: Eddy Current - Level I Course

Radiography - Level I Course

A course in Radiographic inspection covers the theory, applications, and safety aspects of X- ray and Gamma Radiographic inspection. Students will also receive instruction on darkroom procedures radiographic interpretation and general safety. This course is a blended course, which means half the course is covered on CD-ROM that the student receives and must complete prior to attending the 2 days of in-class instructions.

Duration: 2 days
Cost: $1120

Radiography - Level II Course

This advanced course emphasizes a greater depth of study into radiographic inspection with emphasis on procedures and techniques. Students work through their own supervised practical exercises, and receive further instruction on safety, darkroom procedures and radiographic interpretation. This course is a blended course, which means half the course is covered on CD-ROM that the student receives and must complete prior to attending the 3 days of in-class instructions.

Duration: 3 days
Cost: $1120
Prerequisite: Radiography - Level I Course

Digital Radiography

This course concentrates on film-less computer based radiography. Topics include detector types (Computed Radiography and Direct Radiography), image digitization, and storage. Emphasis is placed on system effectiveness and application dependant factors such as sensitivity, projection magnification, resolution, speed and throughput. Prerequisite: Level 1 in Radiography or experience in conventional radiography techniques.

Duration: 5 days
Cost: $1120
Prerequisite: Radiography - Level I Course or experience in conventional radiography techniques.

Visual Testing

Provide the student with the principles of examining and evaluating results through direct visual examination including basic principles of optics, light, material conditions and discontinuities (inherent/processing/service), with the use of hand tool measuring devices (calipers, micrometers, weld gauges, depth gauges - typical), visual aids (mirrors, magnifiers, & flashlights), borescopes (rigid), fiberscopes (flexible), and typical standards, codes, procedures, and reports.

Duration: 3 days
Cost: $885

Remote Visual Inspection

Provide the student with the principles of examining and evaluating results through video and digital image technology with the use of remote visual inspection tools including videoprobe (XLPRO), tube/pipe rigid cable camera (RECON), pan, tilt and zoom digital camera(PTZ), robotic video camera crawlers (ROVVER), digital image capture/transfer skills and familiarity with typical standards, codes, procedures, and reports. VT Level II prerequisite

Duration: 2 days
Cost: $650
Prerequisite: Visual Testing

Liquid Penetrant

Designed to provide the basic knowledge of the fundamentals of liquid penetrant testing. Course covers the basic types, and applications of penetrants, and covers inspection and discontinuity evaluations.

Duration: 3 days
Cost: $650