Introduction to NDT (ATL Daresbury)

Level bespoke

Course Overview

This course is suitable for all personnel within companies associated with NDT and provides an introduction to the concepts of the different NDT testing methods. This is aimed at personnel such as engineers, managers, administration staff, asset owners, auditors, logistics and newcomers to NDT.

Course Objectives

At the end of this course, personnel will leave with a better understanding of the basic principles of NDT.
They will have an increased awareness of NDT methods, terminologies and inspection methods used. This aims to create a solid foundation for those who work within NDT in all industry sectors.

Course Content

This course is flexible and will be tailored to your company’s specific needs. Below is an overview of the standard course, which includes but is not limited to:

• Certification and Qualification schemes available for NDT personnel
• The basic principles and fundamentals behind NDT methods including:
  • Visual Testing and Inspection
  • Magnetic Particle Testing and Inspection
  • Liquid Penetrant Testing and Inspection
  • Eddy Current Testing and Inspection
  • Ultrasonic Testing and Inspection
  • Radiographic Testing and Interpretation
  • Specialised NDT methods i.e. TOFD, PAUT, PEC, CR/DR
  • Access systems
  • Subsea inspection methods
  • Safety
• The advantages and disadvantages of the above NDT techniques
• Flaw detection relevant to the above NDT techniques
• Documentation and reporting facilities