Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

Nondestructive testing is a technique used to investigate the material integrity of the test object. A number of other technologies – for instance, radio astronomy, voltage and amperage measurement and rheometry (flow measurement) – are nondestructive but are not used to evaluate material properties specifically. Nondestructive testing is concerned in a practical way with the performance of the test piece – how long may the piece be used and when does it need to be checked again?

 

Educational/vocational objectives

The expected NDT program outcomes are that, upon completing all training courses, the trainee will be able to:

• Apply principles of mathematics and applied science, to perform technical calculations and solve technical problems of the types commonly encountered in NDT.
• Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively and function effectively with members of multi-disciplinary teams and with other workers in an industrial setting, including those from different backgrounds.
• Explain the purpose and application of NDT in science, industry, and manufacturing process.
• Understand the materials metallurgy, properties, characteristics, construction, and quality control.
• Explain materials corrosion fundamentals, mechanisms, and corrosion prevention/mitigation.
• Identify materials defect, discontinuity, flaw, cracks, etc.
• Calculate and corrosion rate and estimate the remaining life of equipment.
• Choose the right method of NDT for the given application.
• Understand types and fundamentals of inspection and non-destructive evaluation.
• Explain welding methods, discontinuities, and inspection.
• Know the codes and standards governing the
• Demonstrate the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to perform different NDT methods such as:
• Liquid penetrant testing
• Magnetic particle testing
• Ultrasonic testing
• Visual testing
• Radiographic testing
• Eddy current testing
• Acoustic emission and thermography.

 

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