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Non Destructive Testing CertificationRequirements and ChallengesJames A. Kretzler, ASNT Level IIINDE Department ManagerKTA-Tator, Inc.115 Technology DrivePittsburgh, PA 15275jkretzler@kta.com412-788-1300 Ext 308
ScopeSNT-TC-1A It is recognized that the effectiveness of Nondestructive Testing (NDT)applications depends upon the capabilities of the personnel who areresponsible for and perform NDT. This Recommended Practice has been prepared to establish guidelinesfor the qualification and certification of NDT personnel whose specificjobs require appropriate knowledge of the technical principlesunderlying the nondestructive tests they: Perform Witness Monitor Evaluate
Difference in CertificationsCertified in accordance with SNT-TC-1A or ASNT certifications?ASNT Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A is an employer-basedcertification program, meaning that the employer is responsible for thequalification and certification of their own personnel.ASNT Central Certification Program is administered and maintained byan independent body that provides uniform certification requirementsfor all certificate holders.
Certification vs. QualificationCertification: Written testimony of qualification.Qualification: Demonstrated skill, demonstrated knowledge,documented experience required for personnel to properly perform theduties of a specific job.Experience: Work activities accomplished in a specific NDT method underthe direction of qualified supervision, including the performance of theNDT method and related activities, but not including time spent inorganized training programs.
Nondestructive Testing Methods Acoustic Emission TestingElectromagnetic Testing GroundGround Penetrating Radar Guided Wave TestingLaser Testing MethodsLeak TestingLiquid Penetrant TestingMagnetic Flux LeakageMagnetic Particle TestingMicrowave TechnologyNeutron Radiography TestingRadiographic TestingThermal/Infrared TestingUltrasonic TestingVisual Testing
Level of Qualification NDT Level I - An individual should have sufficienttechnical knowledge and skills to be qualified to properlyperform specific calibrations.
Level of Qualification NDT Level II - An individual should have sufficient technicalknowledge and skills to be qualified to set up and calibrateequipment and to interpret and evaluate results with respect toapplicable codes, standard, and specifications.
Level of Qualification NDT Level III - An individual should have sufficient technicalknowledge and skills to be capable of developing, qualifying,and approving procedures, establishing and approvingtechniques, interpreting code, standard specifications, andprocedures; and designating the particular NDT methods,techniques, and procedures to be used.
Written PracticeThe employer shall establish a written practice for the control andadministration of NDT personnel training, examination, and certification.The employer’s written practice: should describe the responsibility of each level of certification. should identify the test techniques within each test method applicableto its scope of operations. shall be reviewed and approved by the employer's NDT Level III.should describe the training, experience, and examination requirementsfor each level of certification by method and technique, as applicable.shall be maintained on file.
Education, Training, and ExperienceRequirements for Initial Qualification Candidates for certification in NDT should have sufficienteducation, training, and experience to ensure qualification in thoseNDT methods in which they are being considered for certification. Documented training and/or experience gained in positions andactivities comparable to those of Levels I, II, and/or III prior toestablishment of the employer's written practice may beconsidered in satisfying the criteria. Based on the individual’s level of education, the criteria for trainingvaries.
Table 6.3.1A: Recommended Initial Training and Experience LevelsExamination MethodLiquid PenetrantMagnetic Total Hoursin 1200I---40210400II---406301200IITime of FlightDiffraction40160N/APhased ltrasonic TestingVisual TestingIIIRadiographic* Minimum Hours Required in Method or Technique
Training Programs Personnel being considered for initial certification should completesufficient organized training. The training program should includesufficient examinations to ensure understanding of the necessaryinformation . Recommended training course outlines and references for NDT LevelsI, II, and III personnel, which may be used as technical sourcematerial, are contained in ANSI/ASNT CP-105.
Minimum Number of Exam QuestionsGeneralSpecificMethodLevel ILevel IILevel ILevel IIMagnetic Particle Testing40402020Penetrant Testing40402020Radiography Testing40402020Ultrasonic Testing:40402020
Review ASNT - is the worlds largest technical society of nondestructive testing professionals. SNT-TC-1A- Recommended Practice that providesguidelines for employer based certification programs. Written practices – Is a document that providesinformation on training and certification of NDTpersonnel. ANSI/ASNT CP-105- A Standard of Topical Outlines forQualification of NDT Personnel.
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Table 6.3.1A: Recommended Initial Training and Experience LevelsExamination MethodLiquid PenetrantMagnetic Total Hoursin 1200I---40210400II---406301200IITime of FlightDiffraction40160N/APhased ltrasonic TestingVisual TestingIIIRadiographic* Minimum Hours Required in Method or Technique
Time and Cost challenges UT Level I hours 40 hours training 210 hours method UT Level II hours 40 hours training 630 hours method Combined 80 hours training 840 hours method 920 hours 920 hours x 30/hour 27,600 per person minimum investment
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Questions?James A. Kretzler, ASNT Level IIINDE Department ManagerKTA-Tator, Inc.115 Technology DrivePittsburgh, PA 15275jkretzler@kta.com412-788-1300 Ext 308
ASNT Recommended Practice No. SNT -TC-1A is an employer-based certification program, meaning that the employer is responsible for the qualification and certification of their own personnel. ASNT Central Certification Program is administered and maintained by an independent body that provides uniform certification requirementsFile Size: 532KBPage Count: 20Explore further[PDF] ASNT SNT-TC-1A-2016.pdf - Free Download PDFtuxdoc.comRecommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1Aasnt.orgWritten Practice for the Training, Competency Assessment .extranet.artc.com.auASNT SNT-TC-1a Certification Requirements .ndttrainingonline.comEDITION - OGISwww.ogis.inRecommended to you based on what's popular Feedback
