ADV UT 2.10 Certification Scheme

Advanced Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
Level 2.10
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SCOPE OF CERTIFICATION
Method Title
: Ultrasonic Testing Level 2
Method Code
: UT 2.10
3 day (24 hrs) Exam
Daily program
Scope of Certification:
Industrial sector
Course duration : 15 days (120 hrs)
: 8am to 4 pm daily
Tea and coffee breaks in morning and
: Pre-and in service testing :
afternoon.
Ultrasonic Phased Array
Product sector
: UT 2.10
Lunch is included.
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Abbreviated course description
(Detailed syllabus and course program provided as part of training manual)
Practical applications / techniques
Phased array
General Theory
Covered during UT 2.A course
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Specific Theory
Interpretation and usage of NDT codes and procedures
TRAINING - ATB
(Approved Training Body)
Ultrasonic
testing in accordance with codes
and
procedures
Typical defects and their origins
Course pre-requisite
Testing conditions, quality, functionality checks
UT 2.A certification is required i.e. training provided by an ATB
System calibration and verification
for a period of 120 hours, a pass mark for an AQB qualification
Signal
examination performed in accordance with ISO 9712, suitable
interpretation
practical experience of at least 9 months in UT 2.A
Interpret, evaluate and report
generation,
display,
characterisation
and
applications.
Practical Skills
Courses are presented in English. Candidates should indicate,
Selection of technique
on the course application form, any special needs they might
Compilation of written instruction
have during the training program or subsequent examination.
Performance and quality checks
Performance of tests
Necessities for the first day
Interpret and evaluate indications
Students are required to bring a copy of their ID/Passport,
Report compilation
course booking confirmation, 4 x ID photo’s (Colour), protective
clothing (for use during practical) , scientific calculator, blue /
black pen and pencil as well as a ruler.
------Course notes shall be provided on first day:
UT 2.10 Spec Notebook
UT Code Book
Questions & answer sheets
Homework
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TRAINING – ATB
6. interpret and evaluate results according to applicable
(continued)
standards, codes, specifications or procedures; (Accept
or reject relevant indications)
Course conduct / requirements
Approved training programs, provided in accordance with the
SAQCC requirements, by approved training bodies, or through
distance education programmes, shall be acceptable towards
certification.
7. carry out and supervise all tasks at or below Level 2;
8. provide guidance for personnel at or below Level 2;
(Establish and maintain method report sheets)
(Refer to ATB approval audit checklist)
9. report the results of NDT. (Compile and sign report)
Class participation
100% attendance is required with candidate expected to
participate in class discussions and quizzes
10. Level 2 Responsibilities: (Ensure quality of specific
inspection and reported results)
Practical work
The candidate shall be eligible for the qualification
Practical Assignments, film interpretation and written
examinations once he / she has successfully completed the
instructions to be handed in and assessed
training course.
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Formative Assessment
Course deliverables
Two class tests shall be written during the course
Proof of training record shall be issued after completion of
duration. Pass mark ≥ 70%
training.
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Homework
Suggested / additional reading material
Homework to be completed and assessed on a daily
(Available in the SAIW Technical Library)
basis
ASNT NDT Handbook Vol 7 – UT; Workman G.L,
------Course outcomes
Kisboni D, tech. ed., Moore P.O, ed
After completion of this course the candidate shall be able to
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol. 03.03, NDT
perform
Non-destructive Evaluation and Quality Control: ASM
NDT
in
accordance
with
a NDT
procedure.
Furthermore, the candidate shall be capable of performing the
Handbook, Volume 17
following actions:
Olympus
Ultrasonic
1. select the NDT technique for the testing method to be used;
NDT.
Introduction
Technology
to
Phased
Applications:
RID
Array
Tech
Guideline. Waltham, MA
Olympus NDT. Phased Array Ultrasonic Technology:
2. define the limitations of application of the testing method;
Basic Theory for Industrial Applications: RID Tech
Guideline. Waltham, MA
3. translate NDT codes,
standards,
specifications,
and
procedures into NDT instructions adapted to the actual
working conditions; (Create Written Instruction)
4. set up and verify equipment settings; (Ensure quality of
Olympus NDT. Advances in Phased Array Ultrasonic
Technology Applications. Waltham, MA
RID Tech Corp. Phased Array Technical Guidelines:
Useful Formulas, Graphs, and Examples. Waltham,
MA
inspection)
Olympus NDT. EPOCH 1000 Series: User's Manual.
5. perform and supervise tests; (Ensure scope coverage &
Document number 910-269-EN. Waltham, MA
compliance with customer requirements)
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Suggested / additional reading material
Specific
30 Multiple Choice Questions
Olympus NDT. OmniScan MXU-M Software: User's
Additional 10 Marks / Questions
Manual. Document number DMTA081-01EN.
from Calculations / narrative
questions
Olympus NDT. TomoView: User's Manual. Document
2 minutes / question or mark
number DMTA079-01EN. Waltham, MA
Pass ≥ 70%
Olympus NDT. Phased Array Probes and Wedges.
Practical
Document number 920-165C-EN. Waltham, MA
3 x samples
(Pipe, Single ‘ V’, Double ‘V’)
3 hrs / sample
Olympus NDT. Panametrics® Ultrasonic Transducers:
1 x Written instruction (1 hr)
Wedges, Cables, Test Blocks. Document number 920-
Pass ≥ 70% for each sample / WI
041D-EN. Waltham, MA
Advanced Ultrasonic Flaw Sizing Handbook. Davis, J.
Two rewrite opportunities are allowed, not earlier than 1
month, nor later than two years, from date of initial
M.
examination.
Ultrasonic testing of materials. Krautkrämer, Josef, and
Herbert Krautkrämer; W. Grabendörfer
Results are valid for 2 years after successful completion and
prior to certification.
Applicable Codes
Specific training is based on the codes mentioned below.
2013 ASME BPVC Section V Art 4, 5 & 23
2013 ASME BPVC Section VIII Div 1 Mand App 12
Examination deliverables
Examination result letter shall be issued, no later than
four weeks after completion of examination (should the
correct e-mail address have been supplied on the
EN ISO 11666
NDT – UT: Welds : Acceptance levels
ISO / DIS 18563 – 1
NDT – UTPA: Instruments
ISO / CD 18563 – 3
NDT – UTPA: Combined system
examination application form).
VISION ACUITY
The candidate shall provide documentary evidence of
EN ISO 13588
NDT – UTPA: Use
EN 16018
NDT – UTPA: Terminology
EN ISO 17640
NDT – UT: Welds
satisfactory vision in accordance with the following
requirements:
near vision acuity shall permit reading a minimum of
Jaeger number 1 or Times Roman N 4.5 or equivalent
ISO 23279
NDT – UT: Charact. of weld indications
letters (having a height of 1,6 mm) at not less than 30 cm
with one or both eyes, either corrected or uncorrected;
ISO 5817 Steel welds : Qual. Lev. for imperfections
colour vision shall be sufficient that the candidate can
QUALIFICATION EXAMINATION – AQB
distinguish and differentiate contrast between the colours
(Approved Qualification Body)
or shades of grey used in the NDT method concerned, as
specified by the employer.
Qualification examination
General
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INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE
Certification decision is made by the certification body based
on evidence provided and verified.
Industrial Experience duration : 9 month / 1584 hrs
The applicant shall be issued with a Code of Ethics which
As soon as the candidate has passed his / her personnel
must be signed before the original certificate is issued.
qualification examination, he / she is required to obtained
industrial experience, which consists of two aspects viz.
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company specific training as well as performing NDT tasks
Certification is valid for a period of five years
within industry.
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Industry specific training focuses on the mastering of individual
techniques and is performed in accordance with the company
Certification becomes invalid:
quality manual / written practice.
Once completed, industrial experience records shall be
submitted to the PCB in the form of a ‘On the job training and
experience Matrix’, (Refer to logbook) compiled by the
on the expiry date indicated on the certificate;
behaviour incompatible with the certification procedures
or failure to abide by a code of ethics;
applicable mentoring staff and verified by the Responsible
Level 3 or suitably qualified individual.
if the individual becomes physically incapable of
performing his duties based upon failure of the visual
CERTIFICATION
acuity
examination
taken
annually
under
the
responsibility of his employer;
Certification (Initial)
if a significant interruption takes place in the method for
Complete the NDT logbook and submit a copy together with
which the individual is certified;
application form and proof of payment to the Administration
if the individual fails recertification, until such time as the
Controller - Certification
individual meets the requirements for recertification or
All of the following criteria must be met before certification
initial certification.
shall be awarded:
Restitution:
ID / Passport
Proof of training record
120 hrs
Current Certificate
SAQCC UT 2.A
Examination results
≥ 70% for each paper &sample
Industrial experience log
9 months (1584 hrs)
Vision acuity
Refer to Logbook
Criteria for restitution of the certificate, shall depend on the
reason for and the duration of the certificate being invalid,
and can range from having to write only a practical
examination,
to
writing
a
completed
qualification
examination as per initial candidate requirements.
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RENEWAL
(CERTIFICATION SURVEILLANCE)
Annual submission of NDT activity report, including
documentary evidence of a satisfactory visual acuity
The candidate shall apply for renewal at least three months
examination taken within the preceding 12 months.
prior to the expiry date by completing the certification
application form and providing proof of payment. Copies of
Verifiable
documentary
evidence
of
continued
the relevant sections of the NDT logbook should be submitted
satisfactory work activity without significant interruption
as supportive evidence.
in the method and sector for which certificate renewal is
sought.
Prior to the completion of the first 5 year period of validity and
every 10 years thereafter, certification may be renewed by the
JOB / TASK DESCRIPTION
certification body for a new period of five years on production
of:
Perform / Supervise Inspection, compliant with quality
The individual shall successfully complete a full practical
documentation and compile report
examination which demonstrates continued competence
to carry out work within the scope defined on the
An individual certified to Level 2 has demonstrated
competence to perform NDT according to NDT procedures
certificate.
(created
by
Level
3 personnel
and compliant
with
Annual submission of NDT activity report, including
international procedures and client requirements). Within the
documentary evidence of a satisfactory visual acuity
scope of the competence defined on the certificate, Level 2
examination taken within the preceding 12 months.
personnel may be authorized by the employer to:
Verifiable documentary evidence of continued satisfactory
select the NDT technique for the testing method to be
work activity without significant interruption in the method
used;
and sector for which certificate renewal is sought.
define the limitations of application of the testing method;
RECERTIFICATION
translate NDT codes, standards, specifications, and
procedures into NDT instructions adapted to the actual
Prior to the completion of each second period of validity (every
working conditions; (Create Written Instruction)
10 years), the certified individual may be recertified by the
certification body for a new period of five years, provided that
the individual meets the criterion for renewal viz. annual
submission of NDT activity report and meets the applicable
conditions described in the following.
set up and verify equipment settings; (Ensure quality of
inspection)
perform and supervise tests; (Ensure scope coverage &
compliance with customer requirements)
The individual shall successfully complete a full specific
and practical examination which demonstrates continued
competence to carry out work within the scope defined on
interpret and evaluate results according to applicable
standards, codes, specifications or procedures; (Accept
or reject relevant indications)
the certificate.
carry out and supervise all tasks at or below Level 2;
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JOB / TASK DESCRIPTION
(continued)
The candidate shall be required to write and pass a
specific and practical examination at the current level of
provide guidance for personnel at or below Level 2;
qualification to be eligible for new CB certificate. Please
(Establish and maintain method report sheets)
note that the original date of the supplied certificate shall
still be applicable.
report the results of NDT. (Compile and sign report)
Should
Level 2 Responsibilities: (Ensure quality of specific
inspection and reported results)
any,
excluding
proof
of
training,
of
the
abovementioned documentation not be available, then a
full examination shall be required. If the applicant is not
successful after the second rewrite, then the he / she
SCOPE MODIFICATION / ADDITION
would have to re-sit the course at the current level.
Should the candidate want to modify the current certification
CODE OF CONDUCT / ETHICS
scope, then the following shall be required:
Proof of training record relating to the sector or category to
Certificate holders shall:
be added.
abide by a code of ethics published by the certification
Copy of current SAQCC-NDT certificate in the applicable
body;
method and level.
undergo an annual test of visual acuity and submit the
Pass mark in a specific and practical (two samples)
results of tests to the employer;
examination relating to the new sector or category.
notify the certification body and the employer in the event
Industrial experience within the new sector or category as
that the conditions for validity of certification are not
per CB requirements.
fulfilled, or has changed, viz. in the case of changes to
Once all of these requirements have been met, a certificate
physical abilities.
shall be issued indicated the newly added sectors /
categories.
The expiry date of the original supplied
certificate shall however still be applicable.
CHANGING BETWEEN CERTIFICATION
BODIES
Should a candidate want to change from the current
certification body to another then the following shall be
required:
Copy of current certificate, qualification examination results,
industrial experience, current curriculum vitae and proof of
training records.
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