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Eddy Current Testing (ET) – Level 1
Eddy Current Inspection (ECI) is a non-destructive testing (NDT) method used to examine conductive materials for surface-breaking defects on coated or uncoated surfaces.
This course is available on both SNT and PCN schemes.
Please note: PCN/SNT Level 1 certified personnel shall neither be responsible for the choice of test method or technique to be used, nor for the interpretation of the test results. PCN/SNT Level 2 &/or 3 certified personnel have the ability/responsibility to carry out all tasks a Level 1 certified personnel cannot. If uncertain of the PCN/SNT course level you would like to attempt. Please phone the ATL booking team on 01224 890806.
Level 1
Course Overview
Eddy Current Inspection relies on the principles of electromagnetic induction to detect changes in the electrical conductivity or magnetic permeability of the material being inspected. Eddy current testing is particularly effective for inspecting materials that are electrically conductive, such as metals.
Our course is designed for personnel who are responsible for the application of eddy current testing methods for the detection of flaws on metallic materials and welded structures. It is predominantly set against the petrochemical industry for upstream and downstream facilities such as offshore structures, shipping and onshore processing plant including components on lifting and fabrication.
Course Objectives
Personnel certified to Eddy Current Inspection Level 1 will have demonstrated an understanding of the subject and a level of confidence to perform Eddy Current Inspection in accordance with NDT procedures.
Within certification, Level 1 personnel may be authorised and qualified by the employer to:
- Select the technique required to carry out the test method
- Determine the limitations of its application
- Understand codes, standards and procedures to identify their application
- Prepare equipment and settings against reference standard blocks
- Perform the inspection tasks
- Report the results of the inspection
- Complete and endorse inspection reports and records
Course Content
Below is an overview of the standard course, which includes but is not limited to:
- Visual inspection requirements
- Certification and qualification
- Limitations and Advantages of Eddy Current Testing
- Terms and definitions used in NDT
- Electrical properties and circuits
- Principles of magnetism and electromagnetism
- Eddy Current equipment testing, calibration and function
- Understanding procedures, codes and standards
- Application of the Eddy Current Testing Methods and relevant techniques
- Recording the results
- Product technology
Course Information
Certification
- Attendance of training certificate
- SNT Level 1 or;
- PCN Level 1 certificate, issued by BINDT directly.
Duration
Level 1 is available to all NDT candidates.
This course has two options:
- PCN Level 1 training and examination is 5 days.
- SNT Level 1 training and examination is 5 days.
The course duration is based on the full BINDT PCN course. SNT courses can be tailored to suit company requirements.
Pre-Requisites
Level 1 candidates requires 3 (months) / 480 (Hours) experience.
Price
From £1,384.80
All prices include V.A.T.. Final costs will be confirmed by the team upon booking.
Course Dates
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