This training course can be booked for Level 1 and Level 2 either separately or in combination. In the Level 1 training course you will find out what optical radiation is and how it can be expediently used for fault detection, and shape or surface inspection. The operating techniques of visual testing (direct/indirect, local/overview) and the fundamentals of endoscopy are presented by means of examples of practical applications. In the Level 2 training course we deal with a standard list of fault categories and develop evaluation techniques for pipe mills, foundries and welding shops based on bodies of standards.

 

• Physical basics of the visual testing I
• Work techniques of the visual testing
• Illumination for the direct visual testing
• Auxilliary beams and devices for the direct visual testing
• Defect Science I – production caused imperfections
• Typical application examples of the direct visual testing

• Physical basics of the visual testing II
• Detail detectability in the visual inspection
• Equipment for the observation of interiors
• Control and monitoring of visual testing systems
• Evaluation according to regulations
• Study of defects II imperfections induced by operating 

This training course addresses persons who are trained skilled employees or have had similar training; proof of at least 2 weeks’ professional experience must be furnished prior to the qualifying examination. For engineers with a graduate diploma recognized in Germany, the training course can be shortened by the first 2 days.

 

 

This training course can be booked for Level 1 and Level 2 either separately or in combination. The individual magnetization methods and the principles behind magnetization and demagnetization will be dealt with in the training course. Particular importance will be attached to process monitoring and checks on inspection equipment. Evaluation techniques typically used in the various industrial sectors will be presented along with the bodies of standards currently applicable.

• Physical Basics of the magnetic particle testing I
• Magnetic effect of the electric current
• Magnetizing techniques
• Testing media for the magneting testing
• Procedure, test instructions and test report
• Object and defect science

• Physical basics of the visual testing II
• Detail detectability in the visual inspection
• Equipment for the observation of interiors
• Control and monitoring of visual testing systems
• Evaluation according to regulations
• Study of defects II imperfections induced by operating

This training course addresses persons who are skilled employees (with a certificate of proficiency) or have had similar training; prior to the qualifying examination they must furnish proof of at least 2 weeks of professional experience (Level 1) and a further 3 weeks of professional experience (Level 2). If courses at Levels 1+2 are pursued simultaneously, the candidate must furnish proof of 4 weeks’ professional experience. For engineers with a graduate diploma recognized in Germany, the training course can be shortened by the first 2 days.

 

 

The training course communicates basic know-how and skills with regard to the ultrasonic inspection of weld seams, castings and wrought products. Basic inspection techniques such as use of perpendicular and oblique wave incidence and contact and immersion techniques are explained and practiced.

The calibration of ultrasonic systems by means of calibration blocks forms the basis of the localization and description of reflectors, which is the aim of this Level 1 training course.

 

• Physical basics of the of ultrasonic testing
• Construction of probes sound field, ultrasonic equipment
• Equipment calibration using standardized calibration blocks
• Basics of the calibration with normal probe
• Ultrasonic testing of rolled and forged products 
• Ultrasonic testing of mold castings
• Basics of the calibration with angle probe
• Ultrasonic testing of welding seams, pipelines, steel constructions and tanks

This training course addresses persons who are trained skilled employees or have had similar training; proof of at least 2 weeks’ professional experience must be furnished prior to the qualifying examination.

 

The Level 2 training provides a widening of your knowledge and routines regarding the ultrasonic testing method. New themes are also presented: an introduction of the DGS method is made and the parameters, which influence the inspection results or the testability itself are presented as well. Special knowledge concerning the usage and interpretation of standards, examination specifications and other regulations from various industry sectors are also commentated.

 

• Laws of sound propagation
• Sound path calibration and sensitivity calibration
• Control and monitoring of the equipment used in the ultrasonic testing equipment
• Influence of the material during ultrasonic testing
• Influences of objects geometry on ultrasonic testing
• Evaluation of ultrasonic indications
• Imperfections in mold castings
• Methods and standards for the inspection of mold castings
• Imperfections in forged products
• Methods and standards for the inspection of forged products
• Imperfections in rolled products
• Methods and standards for the inspection of rolled products
• Imperfections in welded joints 
• Methods and standards regarding the inspection of welded joints
• Pipe manufacturing, imperfections and testing techniques in the production of pipes
• Methods and standards regarding the testing of mold castings

This training course addresses persons with testing experience, general knowledge of ultrasonic testing at Level 2 (EN ISO 9712) and a valid UT Level 2 certificate based on EN ISO 9712. 

 

 

Wall-thickness measurements are often used for maintenance tasks performed on pipelines and in ships. For instance, they serve to detect general erosive corrosion or selective corrosion, cavitation or erosion. Staff carrying out these tasks often have sound knowledge of how to assess the findings thus brought to light without having any further skills or knowledge of ultrasonic testing. The candidate’s ability to carry out and evaluate wall-thickness measurements can be confirmed with a limited UT1 (EN ISO 9712) certificate (“slimmed-down” examination with 30 written questions and 1 test specimen). 

The training course can be shortened to 3 days and restricted to one area of application (e.g. ship maintenance or the production of castings); however, in that case it will not be certifiable under EN ISO 9712.

 

• Physical basics of the ultrasonic testing
• Production of ultrasound, test probes and test devices
• Instrument setting with adjusting devices
• Basics of the straight beam scanning
• Damage caused by corrosion and erosion
• Ultrasonic measuring of wall thickness

This training course addresses persons with at least 3 months’ professional experience of ultrasonic wall thickness measurement.

 

The training course communicates basic know-how and skills in respect of radiographic testing with X-rays and gamma rays. Via presentation of the properties of ionizing radiation, knowledge of the attenuation performance of materials is communicated along with the expedient selection of an energy source. The geometrical recording conditions and the selection of films and providing the prerequisites that enable the factors impacting on the quality of the images to be reviewed. At the end of the training course you can determine the image quality of various test pieces. 

• Physical basics of the radiographic testing
• Origins of X-rays and gamma radiation
• Weaking and energy selection
• Films and foils
• Geometrical imaging conditions
• Film processing and film observations
• Image quality factors and  image quality determination
• General Testing and objest-testing techniques

Participants and conditions:

• This training course addresses persons who are trained skilled employees or have had similar training; proof of at least 2 weeks’ professional experience must be furnished prior to the qualifying examination.

Radiographic Testing Level 2

This two-week training course communicates advanced know-how and skills with regard to radiographic testing. Candidates’ basic knowledge is reinforced, the meaning of terms such as build-up factor, image quality and test sensitivity is dealt with in a hands-on fashion, and product-related and standards-related know-how relating to the industrial sectors concerned is communicated. Special focal points: film evaluation under practical conditions, inspection planning including the drafting of instructions and verification of test results. The training course includes a 4-day practical training course.

• Object and radiation contrast
• Film system and film contrast
• Detail detectability and image quality determination
• Analyzable area, distortion and object range
• Special ray sources, imaging techniques and ray receivers
• Evaluation of radiographs
• Casting and casting defects
• Evaluation of radiographs of castings
• Welding seams and welding defects
• Evaluation of radiographic images of welds

This training course addresses persons who are trained skilled employees or have had similar training; they must furnish proof of at least 3 months’ professional experience, participation in a Level 1 training course (attendance without an examination) and a further 4 weeks of (Level 2) professional experience.