PCN LEVEL 3 BASIC

PCN Level 3: Basic

Levels:

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This course can be used in preparation for a PCN examination in Ultrasonic Testing but we would advise that candidates undertake further training relating to the specific sector they wish to certify in such as welds, forgings and castings.

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

  1. Product Technology:
  • Unit PRT1 – Casting
  • Unit PRT2 – Wrought Products
  • Unit PRT3 – Weld Terminology
  • Unit PRT4 – Welding Processes
  • Unit PRT5 – Steel Weld Metallurgy
  • Unit PRT6 – Weld Defects
  • Unit PRT7 – Mechanical Testing
  • Unit PRT8 – Cracking
  • Unit PRT9 – Other Processes and Technologies
  • Unit PRT10 – Terminology
  • Unit QA2 – Normative Documents
  • Unit NDT1 – Non-Destructive Testing

2. PCN/GEN Documentation:

The module is based on PCN/GEN ISSUE 13 which can be downloaded and referred to whilst you work through the assessment.

  • Unit 1 – Scope
  • Unit 2 – References
  • Unit 3 – Terms and Conditions
  • Unit 4 – Abbreviations
  • Unit 5 – Duties and responsibilities
  • Unit 6 – Levels of PCN Certification
  • Unit 7 – Eligibility
  • Unit 8 – Industrial NDT Experience
  • Unit 9 – Vision Requirements
  • Unit 10 – Qualification Examination
  • Unit 11 – Examination Exemptions
  • Unit 12 – Conduct of Examinations
  • Unit 13 – Grading of Examinations
  • Unit 14 – Re-examination
  • Unit 15 – Publication of Examination Results
  • Unit 16 – Certification
  • Unit 17 – Validity of Certification
  • Unit 18 – Revalidation
  • Unit 19 – Complaints and Appeals
  • Unit 20 – Change of Employer
  • Unit 21 – Supplementary Examinations
  • Unit 22 – Certification and Examination Records
  • Unit 23 – Use and Misuse of Certificates
  • Unit 24 – Transition between EN473; 2008, ISO 9712:2005 and EN ISO 9712:2012

3. PCN Level 2 Refresher:

The module focuses on refreshing existing knowledge of a minimum of 4 Level 2 Main Methods, listed below.

  • Eddy Current Testing
  • Magnetic Particle Testing
  • Penetrant Testing
  • Radiography
  • Ultrasonic Testing

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Tutors/Trainers

Mr Chibuzor Okoh

NDT Trainer

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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Course Price

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