Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Level-II ASNT
Training course objectives
The course is intended to provide through grounding in the principle of Ultrasonic Testing-UT and fundamentals of material and process such that the trainee would be able to
• Identify suitability of UT for the material and inspection technique
• Develop techniques and procedures that can be followed by a Level I operator
• Analyse the test result and document the same
• Be familiar with codes, standards and specifications for UT to evaluate results of the tests
UT Level II Responsibilities
A certified UT Level II (2) personnel is qualified to
1. Select proper test technique, equipment and probes
2. Set up and calibrate the equipment
3. Perform testing and interpret the results as per applicable standards
4. Have knowledge of the scope and limitations of UT
5. Be familiar with production processes of the test material and knowledge of type and location of expected defects
6. To develop UT technique for testing a particular job
7. Prepare test report for i. Accept ii. Reject iii. Rework
8. Prepare written instruction for Level I
9. Guide and check test results of Level I operators
10. Responsible for care and maintenance of the NDT/UT equipment
UT Level II Course outline
1. Review of Level-I course
2. In-depth study of test Variables
3. Immersion Techniques
4. Principles of DGS/DAC Methods
5. Echo dynamics for Reflector Evaluation
6. Codes, standards and Procedures
7. Acceptance Standards
8. Evaluation of Test Equipment,
9. Manufacturing Process and Discontinuities