This course is designed for professionals involved in assessing weld acceptance or rejection using automated ultrasonic testing (AUT) systems.
Important Note: Inspectors without BS EN ISO 9712 Level 2 certification in ultrasonic inspection must review the CSWIP documentation before enrolling.
What will I learn?
This comprehensive training covers:
- Phased Array Technique: Advantages, and limitations.
- Pipe Wizard Overview: An introduction to its applications.
- Data Interpretation: Using RD Tech Viewer software to analyse results from pipe girth weld inspections.
- Record Auditing: Reviewing and assessing AUT data
This training programme aligns with the BS EN ISO 9712 standard and concludes with a certification examination.
What will I leave with?
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Accurately report weld conditions based on AUT data.
- Distinguish defects from geometric features.
- Evaluate AUT records against specifications.
- Assess calibration records effectively.
- Fulfill the CSWIP syllabus requirements.
Certification
CSWIP
What else should I know?
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for CSWIP AUT certification, candidates must hold BS EN ISO 9712 UT certification (e.g., PCN or CSWIP).
Inspectors without BS EN ISO 9712 Level 2 certification must complete the CSWIP UT Welds Level 2 General Paper (40 multiple-choice questions) in addition to the AUT Data Interpretation examination.
Please note: No additional UT training will be provided on the course.
The minimum required duration of training, which includes both theoretical and practical elements, is:
The minimum duration for experience prior to or following success in the qualification examination is:
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