ADVANCED ULTRASONIC TESTING
ULTRASONIC TIME OF FLIGHT DIFFRACTION (TOFD) LEVEL 2
Levels:
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This TOFD welds course provides detailed information on the inspection of ferritic steel welds by the ultrasonic time of flight diffraction method. Suitable for personnel with existing UT Certification in welds, and recognised by PCN, providing excellent preparation for the Level 1 and 2 examinations.
It meets the full training hour requirements as specified by the relevant PCN documentation. (Note: Level 1 requires a minimum of 40 hours’ training. Direct entry to Level 2 requires a minimum of 80 hours). The course utilises the latest Technology Design and Olympus TOFD equipment.
Course Duration
Training Courses: 5 Days
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Special Note
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Candidates attempting a PCN examination must meet the PCN/GEN requirements. If attempting an ASNT/EN4179/NAS410 examination the requirements of your company’s written practice must be met. This course is not suitable for BGAS-CSWIP examination preparation.
ONLINE/BLENDED LEARNING REQUIREMENTS
To run the eLearning course modules you will need the following basic systems:
- Operating System: Windows Vista 7, 8 or 10
- Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or higher (PC)
- Plugin: Silverlight Plug-in>You can get the Silverlight Plug-in using the following link: www.microsoft.com/getsilverlight/
- Internet connection: 2 MBIT/s
Please note: When you have booked your online training, you will receive an email notification with your login details.
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Course Content
- Ultrasonic theory
- Theory of diffracted ultrasonic waves
- Digitisation principles
- Hardware utilised in TOFD
- Calibration/setting up of equipment
- Extensive practical element
- Analysis software
- Analysis and interpretation
- Reporting
- Relevant standards/PCN documentation
Validated by BINDT and recognised by PCN
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Tutors/Trainers
Mr Chibuzor Okoh
Mr. Chibuzor is a key member of the UT training suite and has experience across standard and advanced method.
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Course Significance
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A highly practical course with relevant theoretical background enabling students to achieve a basic understanding of ultrasonic inspection. On completion of the course candidates will be able to calibrate a flaw detector with both compression and shear wave probes, record accurate thickness measurements and locate and size lamination in steel plate. In addition, students will be able to select the correct compression/shear wave probes for the examination of welded butt joints, locate and size defects and finally produce acceptable reports.
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