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Full Practice-oriented Level 1 Course In Ultrasonic Testing
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Full Practice-oriented Level 1 Course In Ultrasonic Testing

Master deep learning UT (Ultrasonic Testing) from the ground up with hands-on demos using an ultrasonic flaw detector.
Created byPeter Toebben
Last updated 3/2023
English

What you'll learn

  • Ultrasonic Inspection (UT Level I) - Deep Learning Experience based on ISO 9712 (international standard for the qualification and certification).
  • Complete practical video introduction to the functions and features of an ultrasonic flaw detector.
  • Quizzes will help you to get an idea to what extend you understood the subjects in the different sessions.
  • You will learn about practical applications in ultrasonic inspection.
  • You will get familiar with the terminology in ultrasonic inspection.
  • You will learn how calibration is made on a flaw detector for particular inspection jobs.

Course content

7 sections7 lectures6h 17m total length
  • Introduction to ultrasonic Inspection (example: Material Identification)28:07

    You will get to know the most important expressions used in ultrasonic testing such as probe (transducer), pulse repetition frequency (PRF), piezoelectric element, couplant, sound velocity, echo, A-Scan, monitor gate, gain, sequence of echoes, initial (transmitted) pulse etc.  In the practical demonstration you will learn how to identify a unknown material.     

  • Quiz 1 - Session 1

Requirements

  • This is a course for beginners in ultrasonic inspection. No prior knowledge required.
  • You will have a deep learning experience since everything is explained in detail.
  • Practical video demonstrations will leverage learning the various subjects in ultrasonic inspection.
  • The practical video demonstrations will give you some kind of feeling how it is to operate a flaw detector and how to use ultrasonic probes and calibration blocks

Description

Ultrasonic Inspection: A Fascinating and Versatile Field with Global Opportunities

Ultrasonic Inspection (UT) is a captivating and diverse field with applications spanning nearly every industry. Beyond its well-known uses in sectors such as Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Chemical Plants, Plastic Fabrication, Railways, Aerospace, and Automotive, UT also extends to specialized applications. These include measuring the elastic modulus of materials (e.g., grey cast iron to assess quality), verifying the authenticity of gold, determining fruit ripeness, measuring fat thickness in livestock, and much more.

Working in ultrasonic inspection is both exciting and rewarding. The role often involves identifying the right methods and equipment to solve complex quality challenges, making it a dynamic and fulfilling career choice.


Learning Ultrasonic Inspection

Ultrasonic inspection training typically combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice using essential equipment such as flaw detectors, probes, calibration blocks, and test blocks. Learning UT solely from books or online programs is challenging and often ineffective, as practical experience is crucial for mastering the concepts and applications. In this course, I emphasize a balanced approach by integrating practical exercises with ultrasonic equipment, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of UT principles and their real-world applications.


Career Opportunities in Ultrasonic Inspection

The demand for skilled UT professionals is high worldwide, offering excellent career prospects. The field is accessible to almost anyone, as UT Level 1 certification requires no specific background. Attending a certified NDT training center for UT Level 1 typically takes about two weeks and costs a few thousand US dollars. Upon passing the theory and practical exams (which usually cost a few hundred dollars), participants receive their certification. However, since the course alone provides limited practical experience, Level 1 holders are encouraged to gain additional hands-on experience in a company that utilizes UT.

As a Level 1 certified professional, you will perform inspections under the supervision of a Level 2 technician. For those looking to advance, Level 2 certification is the next step, followed by opportunities to specialize in advanced ultrasonic techniques or pursue Level 3 certification. Level 3 professionals oversee the work of Level 1 and 2 personnel, develop testing procedures, and certify that inspections are conducted and documented correctly.

With a UT Level 1 certification, you will have access to numerous job opportunities worldwide. I encourage you to embark on this journey in one of the most lucrative and fastest-growing fields in quality control and non-destructive testing.


Special Offer on Ultrasonic Testing Equipment

Many NDT professionals eventually transition to freelance work, requiring their own UT equipment. If you need assistance in selecting the right tools for your UT toolkit, feel free to reach out to me.

As a special offer, the UFD 900 Flaw Detector—used in the practical demonstrations of this course—along with all probes, cables, calibration blocks, and the test weld, is available at a heavily discounted price of €4,590.

Enroll Now and Start Your UT Journey!

Join the UT Level 1 course today and take the first step toward an exciting and rewarding career in ultrasonic inspection. Enroll now and discover the fascinating world of UT!

Who this course is for:

  • This course is for all people who want to have a deep understanding in ultrasonic inspection.
  • For those who find it hard to learn ultrasonic inspection from a book this course will be the ideal solution since theoretical subjects are also demonstrated in practical demonstration videos.
  • Students studying material testing and examination, quality control and/or welding technology and the like.
  • Quality control people in the manufacturing industry dealing with metal fabrication.
  • Everybody who considers to go for a Level 1 course in ultrasonic inspection and who wants to have insight in the practical use of the UT equipment.
  • Everybody who wants to change his job and wants to start a career in non destructive testing business.
  • People from all kind of industries who work with solid materials such as metal, glass, composite, plastic