INTRODUCTORY TECHNICAL COURSES

1. Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Appreciation/ Introduction (RTO/NDT 4)
   – Intoduction to NDT: Concepts, benefits, and limitations.
   – Overview of Major NDT Methods: Visual Testing (VT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Eddy Current Testing (ET).
   – Applications of NDT: Examples in engineering, fabrication, construction, and other industries.
   – NDT Standards and Codes: Introduction to relevant standards (e.g, ISO, EN, ASTM).
   – Reporting and Documentation: Basic principles of NDT reporting.
2. Product technology (RTO/PRT 4)
   – Definition of metals.
   – Explanation of elements and the periodic table.
   – Extraction metallurgy.
   – Iron making.
   – Production metallurgy.
   – Steel making.
   – Hot working of metals.
   – Primary and secondary.
   – Forging methods.
   – Casting methods.
   – Heat treatment.
   – Definition of different steel types and associated structures.
   – Basic welding techniques.
   – Defects associated with welding, casting, and forging
   – Mechanical testing.

ULTRASONIC TESTING (UT)

1. UT Level 1 (RTO/UT 1)
   – Principles of Ultrasonic: Sound wave behavior, wave modes, and acoustic properties.
   – UT Equipment: Familiarization with flaw detectors, transducers, and accessories.
   – Calibration: Calibration techniques for different materials and applications.
   – Inpection Techniques: Basic scanning techniques, flaw detection, and thickness measurement.
   – Reporting: Documenting Inspection results.
2. UT Level 2 (RTO/UT 2)
   – Revision of basic techniques.
   – Probe identification.
   – Test sensitivity.
   – Equipment checks.
   – Geometry / ultrasonic technique selection.
   – Defect sizing methods.
   – Practical exercise on a wide variety of weldments.
   – Defect response.

RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING (RT)

1. RT Level 1 (SKM/RT 1)
   – Principles of Radiation: Electromagnetic radiation, X-rays, and gamma rays.
   – RT Equipment: X-ray generators, gamma ray sources, and radiation safety equipment.
   – Radiation Safety: ALARA principles, radiation monitoring, and safety procedures.
   – Exposure Techniques: Calculating exposure parameters and setting up radiographic inspections.
   – Film Processing: Developing and interpreting radiographics.
2. RT Level 2 (SKM/RT II)
   – Advanced Radiographic Principles: Scattering, absorption, and image quality.
   – Technique Optimization: Selecting appropriate RT techniques to maximize image quality and sensitivity.
   – Film Interpretation: Identifying and evaluating various types of discontinuities on radiographs.
   – Procedure Development: Creating RT procedures based on codes, standards, and specific applications.
   – Codes and Standards: In-depth review of relevant codes and standards.

RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING (RT)

1. RT Level 2 Direct Access
   – Advanced Radiographic Principles: Scattering, absorption, and image quality.
   – Technique Optimization: Selecting appropriate RT techniques to maximize image quality and sensitivity.
   – Film Interpretation: Identifying and evaluating various types of discontinuities on readiographics.
   – Procedure Development: Creating RT procedure based on codes, standards, and specific applications.
   – Codes and Standards: In-depth review of relevant codesand standards.
2. PCN Radiographic Interpretation (RTO/IR II)
   – Properties and production of X and gamma rays.
   – The formation of a latent image.
   – Radiographic film.
   – Development / Processing.
   Practical Exercise cover:
   – Assessment and measurement of radiographic quality.
   – Image quality.
   – Radiographic techniques.
   – Weld technology.
   – Interpretation of radiographs.
   – Specifications.
   – Identification of weld types.
   – Identification of weld defects.
   – Sentencing to specifications.

EDDY CURRENT TESTING (ET)

1. ET Level 1 (RTO/EC1)
   – Principles of Electromagnetism: Electromagnetic introduction, eddy current generation, and imedance.
   – ET Equipment: Familiarization with eddy current instruments, probes, and standards.
   – Calibration: Calibration techniques for different materials and applications.
   – Inspection Techniques: Basic scanning techniques, flaw detection, and conductivity measurement.
   – Reporting: Documenting inspection results.
2. ET Level 2 (RTO/EC2-D)
   – Advanced Eddy Current Principles: Skin effect, frequency selection, and probe design.
   – Technique Selection: Selecting appropriate ET techniques for various materials, geometries, and flaw types.
   – Procedure Development: Creating ET procedures based on codes, standards, and specific applications.
   – Flaw Characterization: Sizing and evaluating flaws using advanced ET techniques.
   – Codes and Standards: In-depth review of relevant codes and standards.

MAGNETIC PARTICLE TESTING (ET)

1. MT Level 1 (RTO/ST1)
   – Principles of Magnetism (MT): Magnetic fields, magnetic properties of materials, and magnetization techniques.
   – MT Equipment: Yokes, coils, penetrant applicators, developers, and UV lights.
   – Inspection Techniques: Applying MT techniques to detect surface-breaking flaws.
   – Reporting: Documenting inspection results.
2. Mt Level 2 (RTO/ST5)
   – Principle of magnetism.
   – Background requirements for test procedure.
   – MPI equipment
   – Technique Used.
   – Safety.
   – Reporting procedure.
   – Guidelines of selecting system for use.
   – Examination requirement.
   – Relevant BS and EN standards coverage.
3. Magnetic Particle Examination Revision
   – Relevant examination criteria.
   -Practical exercise on equipment similar to that encountered in examinations.
   – A theory package oriented towards examination requirements.
   – Mock examination.

PENETRANT TESTING (PT)

1. PT Level 1 (RTO/ST1)
   – Principles of Penetrant Testing (PT): Capilary action, surface tension, and penetrant materials.
   – PT Equipment: Yokes, coils, penetrant applicators, developers, and UV lights.
   – Inspection Techniques: Applying PT techniques to detect surface-breaking flaws.
   – Reporting: Documenting inspection results.
2. PT Level 2 (RTO/ST6)
   – Background requirement for test procedure.
   – Technique used.
   – Safety.
   – Reporting procedure.
   – Penetrant testing system.
   – Guidelines of selecting system for use.
   – Examination requirement.
   – Relevant BS and EN standards coverage.
   – MPI compared to other forms of NDT.
3. Penetrant Testing Examination Revision
   – Relevant examination criteria.
   – Practical exercise on equipment similar to that encountered in examinations.
   – A theory package oriented towards examination requirements.
   – Mock examination.

SPECIALIZED COURSES

1. PCN Weld Inspector – PCN Level 2 (General) (RTO/QA7)
   – Welding Processes.
   – Consumables.
   – Procedures.
   – Welding defects.
   – Specifications.
   – Sepcification analysis.
   – Mechanical testing of welds.
   – Cutting and joints preparation.
   – Basic steel metallurgy.
   – Heat affected zone.
   – Pre-heat and post heat.
   – Weld repairs.
   – Weld symbols.
   – Practical exercises.
   – Examination syllabuses.