Applied Technical Services offers NDT training courses where certified instructors deliver comprehensive lessons on various nondestructive testing methods. Many industries rely on NDT personnel for quality control and assurance, so ATS takes pride in our training services.
What is Nondestructive Testing?
Nondestructive testing evaluates a material’s properties without causing damage. These test methods offer convenient and often cost-effective testing for products and equipment. NDT is useful in all stages of production, but each method has advantages in different situations.
NDT Instructors
ATS abides by the strict standards and practices of the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT). Our instructors are ASNT SNT TC-1A certified and provide training that prepares participants for work in the industry.
ASNT SNT TC-1A
ASNT developed SNT TC-1A as a recommended practice for NDT certification programs. The guidelines are updated annually and reviewed periodically. Many companies require SNT TC-1A certification before employment, so NDT training is essential for aspiring personnel.
SNT TC-1A establishes three levels of qualifications. The levels become increasingly complex and require more education, experience, and training.
Level 1
Practitioners can perform:
- Specific calibrations
- Examinations
- Evaluations
Level 2
Practitioners can:
- Calibrate equipment
- Assess inspection results in accordance with standards and codes
- Provide written instructions and training to Level 1 personnel
Level 3
Practitioners can:
- Establish techniques
- Interpret code
- Create test methods
- Train Level 1 and Level 2 personnel
- Administer and grade exams
Recertification is required every five years for personnel at each level.
NDT Methods
ATS offers training for various NDT methods, including:
Eddy Current Testing (ET)
- Induces electrical currents and magnetic fields to observe an electromagnetic response
- Effective in multi-layer structures
- Measures conductivity
- Reduced preparation time
Learn more about our eddy current testing training and services.
Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Reveals surface-breaking discontinuities in materials
- Applicable to various materials
- Cost-effective
- Quick application and results
- Performed on-site or in laboratory
Learn more about our liquid penetrant testing training and services.
Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Locates discontinuities on/ near the surface of ferromagnetic materials
- Quick application and results
- Cost-efficient
- Requires minimal preparation
- Performed on-site or in a laboratory
Learn more about our magnetic particle testing training and services.
Radiographic Testing (RT)
- Uses X-rays or gamma rays to evaluate the internal structure
- Collects and saves data
- Requires minimal surface preparation
- Performed on-site or in a laboratory
Learn more about our radiographic testing training and services.
Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Detects internal defects
- Quick results
- Very accurate results
- Requires minimal preparation
- Performed on-site or in a laboratory
Learn more about our ultrasonic training and testing services.
Visual Testing (VT)
- Examines the surface of a material
- Cost-efficient
- Quick results
Learn more about our visual testing training and services.
Applied Technical Services Training
ATS offers training courses for NDT methods. Registrants receive relevant instruction and practical training on the fundamentals of NDT. Our instructors create lesson plans that exceed industry standards and encourage class engagement.
Interested in NDT training? Contact ATS today to enroll in our next course.
