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Ultrasonic Testing (UT) – Weldments (Plate & Pipe)
NDT practitioners widely use Ultrasonic Testing and Inspection (UT) as a method during the manufacture, processing, and in-service stages to detect and evaluate flaws, defects, and thickness measurements in solid materials such as alloys, steels and composites.
This course is available on both SNT and PCN schemes.
Level 2
Course Overview
Ultrasonic Testing and Inspection effectively detects defects in alloys, steels, and composites. This course targets personnel responsible for identifying fabrication errors in welded components and assessing internal structural integrity.
Using high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound), it penetrates the material to detect laminar, planar or volumetric defects, using the returning echoes to analyse and reveal the internal structure and integrity information.
Course coverage includes Ultrasonic Testing and Inspection in industries like petrochemical, shipping, renewable energy, and power, among others.
Course Objectives
Personnel certified to Ultrasonic Testing and Inspection Level 2 will have demonstrated an understanding of the subject and a level of confidence to perform Ultrasonic Testing and Inspection in accordance with NDT procedures.
Within certification, Level 2 personnel may be authorised and qualified by the employer to:
- Select the technique required to carry out the test method using compression, angle and shear waves
- Determine the limitations of each technique
- Interpret codes, standards and procedures to identify their application
- Prepare equipment, calibrate, function tests and use of reference test blocks
- Prepare and endorse written instructions for Ultrasonic Testing
- Perform the inspection tasks
- Interpret and evaluate the results of the inspection against inspection criteria
- Complete and endorse inspection reports and records
- Supervise all tasks carried out by personnel at Level 1 or Level 2
Course Content
Below is an overview of the standard course, which includes but is not limited to:
- Material characteristics and surface condition
- Lighting conditions and visual requirements
- Terminology and definitions used in NDT
- Principals and fundamentals of ultrasonic testing
- Ultrasonic Testing equipment, techniques and validations
- Flaw detector calibration, function tests and sensitivity settings
- Understanding procedures, codes and standards. The preparation of instruction writing
- Application of the Ultrasonic Inspection Method and relevant techniques
- Defect detection and plotting techniques
- Examination of samples, welds and wrought products
- Evaluation of the results against acceptance standards
- Reporting requirements
- Product technology covering welds and wrought products
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Course Information
Certification
- Attendance of training certificate
- SNT Level 2 or;
- PCN Level 2 certificate, issued by BINDT directly.
Duration
Level 2 is available to those candidates who have already obtained Level 1. Direct entry combines both Level 1 and Level 2 courses.
The PCN course has two options:
- Direct entry training and examination is 15 days.
- Holds Level 1 – training and examination is 10 days.
The course duration is based on the full BINDT PCN course. SNT courses can be tailored to suit company requirements.
The SNT course has two options:
- Direct entry training and examination is 13 days.
Please note: Attendees will be assigned homework modules to complete in the evenings of each course day. These modules are included as part of the total training hours
Pre-Requisites
If you are new to NDT/this is your first NDT course, register for the BINDT Online Product Technology course, book: Product Technology Online Training
From the 1st of November 2025, you will be required to complete this online course before attending your first NDT course and you will be required to attach your Product Technology Certificate while booking in.
EXPERIENCE:
In order to receive a Level 2 qualification, before or after the NDT course the attendee will need to provide(maximum allowable hours in 1 day is 12 hours):
- Holds Level 1: 135 days experience
- Direct Entry: 180 days experience
RECOMMENDATION: Although this NDT course allows direct entry to Level 2, we recommend that participants have some prior knowledge of the NDT method/sector, either through work experience, online research or by studying the course notes. Course notes cover all elements required for NDT examination. You may request collection of course notes after your booking is secure.
For PCN course bookings, the student must fully complete and sign off the PSL Applications as per BINDT requirements:
- PCN24/PSL57A Exam Application: Download Here
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PCN24/PSL30 – Log of Experience: Download Here
Send the PCN24/PSL57A & PSL30 to examinations@arraytraining.com
Refresher aids / Reference Material:
Theory / Practical Refresher Aids
Price
Course fees cover training, examination, and course material costs. All PCN costs include a PCN & PED Admin Charge.
For pricing information, call 01224 890806 (Option 1) or email bookings@arraytraining.com
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Course Dates
- Monday 2nd to Friday 20th March (Limited spaces)
- Monday 20th April to Friday 8th May
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