PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Non-Destructive Testing Technician graduates are employed to accurately test items for potential flaws/failures using the following NDT test methods: Liquid Penetrant Inspection, Magnetic Particle Inspection, Ultrasonic Testing and Radiography Testing. The program will prepare you to write the National Exams that are required by the Canadian General Standards Board.
Some of the duties include:
- Employ accurate testing inspection methods on materials and equipment
- Test using magnetic particle inspection, liquid penetrant inspection, ultrasonic testing and radiography testing
Note:
- There are specific vision requirements that are required by the Canadian General Standards Board prior to completing final certification in each discipline. Please refer to the following link for the requirements: http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/mining-materials/non-destructive-testing/8576
- The Canadian General Standards Board exam fees are not included in tuition/supply fees.
- Courses in ND1130 Material and Process and MA1081 Math Fundamentals in NDT must be successfully completed prior to applying for national qualification exams.
SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS:
Magnetic particle Inspection (MPI) trains students to use small magnetic particles (i.e. iron filings) to detect flaws in components. For this method to be used the component must be made of ferromagnetic material such as iron, nickel, cobalt, or some of their alloys.
Liquid Penetrant Inspection (LPI) trains students to recognize surface flaws in components that appear as a result of capillary action. Flaws become apparent when a colored or fluorescent dye bleeds out of the component to reveal a crack in its surface.
Ultrasonic Testing (UT) trains students to use high frequency sound energy to conduct examinations and make measurements in materials to determine surface or internal cracks or flaws in the materials.
Radiography Testing (RT) trains students to send radioactive energy through a material enabling a negative (Photo) to be produced for that material illustrating internal flaws or cracks.
OUTCOMES
- Perform Liquid Penetrant Inspection.
- Perform Magnetic Particle Inspection.
- Carry out Ultrasonic Inspection.
- Carry out Radiographic Inspection.
- Demonstrate knowledge of Quality Assurance, Control Documentation and Reporting Systems for various industrial sectors.
- Develop attitudes conducive to the successful application of skills on the job.
- Develop an awareness and concern for good safety practices in the work place.
- Develop academic skills and knowledge in mathematics, communications and science.
- Distinguish among various properties of metals with respect to their impact on NDT methods.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:
1. High School
High School Graduation
2. Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
Science 3101, 3102, 3103
3. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years of age or older, and have been out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
LABORATORY
Time will be split between practical applications and the classroom throughout the program to assist the trainees in developing self-confidence/skills to carry out Non-Destructive Testing certification exams.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:
- Oil and Gas
- Construction
- Aerospace
- Nuclear
- Automotive
- Welding and Steel Production
