Eligibility Criteria & Fee Details for NDT Level 1, Level 2 training courses for India
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Eligibility for NDT Level 1, 2 training Courses
Before one takes NDT courses, it is required to meet eligibility criteria. The trainees shall have educational qualifications and relevant experience prior to attending the training. Qualifications and course fee are based on scheme, method and level of certification.
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Training Fee Details for NDT Level 2 courses
- Ultrasonic UT Testing,
- Radiography RT testing,
- Magnetic Particle MPT testing,
- Dye Penetrant DPT testing,
- Eddy Current testing
- Visual testing
- Radiography Film Interpretation RTFI Course
- Ultrasonic Thickness Gauging
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Factors affecting Fee & quality of NDT training
- Certification scheme Ex: ASNT SNT TC 1A or ISO9712
- Trainers background qualification
- NDT level 3 trainer experience
- Institute’s Class room facilities
- Practical training duration
- Quality of practical equipment
- No. of equipment to trainee ratio
- Reputation of the Institute
- Support for Job Placement
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NDT Level 1 Level 2 Courses Eligibility Criteria as per ASNT SNT TC 1A
The trainee shall meet the eligibility criteria as described in Written Practice(WP). WP is framed to the requirements of Recommended practice SNT TC 1A latest edition. We also provide outside ASNT Level 3 and NAS410 Level 3 consulting services to companies in India, Middle East and Africa for conducting Level I, II certification.
Eligibility for NDT Level 1 Certification – Educational Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in Engineeringg or Science (or)
- High School SSC or SSLC Pass
Trainees with following qualifications are eligible for NDT Level 2 Certification
- Graduate or Diploma in Engineering or Science (or)
- High School SSC pass with NDT experience
In addition, the trainee shall meet on job experience and vision acuity as per ASNT SNT TC 1A and written practice. Check below table for training and experience details for registering to Level 1 or Level 2.
As per ASNT SNT TC 1A 2020 “a trainee may be qualified directly to NDT Level 2 with NO time as a certified NDT Level 1, provided the recommended training and experience consists of the sum of the hours recommend for Level I and level II”.
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For certification minimum education, training and experience is needed. Candidates with Diploma in Engineering or Graduate BE B.Tech in Engineering (mechanical engineering, metallurgy, civil or any engineering) or B.Sc degree in Maths. Even Science graduates or Plus 2 / intermediate with Maths, science are eligible.
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Training and Experience for NDT Certification Courses
Ultrasonic Inspection UT Level 1 & Level 2
| Level I | Level II | |
|---|---|---|
| Training | 40 Hrs | 40 Hrs |
| Experience | 210 Hrs | 630 Hrs |
Magnetic Particle testing MPI Level 1 & Level 2 Course
| Level I | Level II | |
|---|---|---|
| Training | 12 Hrs | 08 Hrs |
| Experience | 70 Hrs | 210 Hrs |
Dye Liquid Penetrant Testing DPT Level 1 & Level 2
| Level I | Level II | |
|---|---|---|
| Training | 12 Hrs | 08 Hrs |
| Experience | 70 Hrs | 210 Hrs |
Radiography Testing RT Level 1 & Level 2
| Level I | Level II | |
|---|---|---|
| Training | 40 Hrs | 40 Hrs |
| Experience | 210 Hrs | 630 Hrs |
Eddy Current Testing ET Level 1 & Level 2
| Level I | Level II | |
|---|---|---|
| Training | 40 Hrs | 40 Hrs |
| Experience | 210 Hrs | 630 Hrs |
Visual Testing VT Level 1 & Level 2
| Level I | Level II | |
|---|---|---|
| Training | 08 Hrs | 16 Hrs |
| Experience | 70 Hrs | 140 Hrs |
Radiography Film Interpretation RTFI Level 2 certification
| Level II (Non Radiographers) | Level II (with Radiography Level I Background) | |
|---|---|---|
| Training | 40 Hrs | 24 Hrs |
| Experience | 220 Hrs | 220 Hrs |
Ultrasonic Thickness Gauging UTG Level 2 | Level I | Level II |
|---|---|---|
| Training | — | — |
| Experience | 08 Hrs | 40 Hrs |
Important Notes :
- An NDT trainee may be qualified directly to Level 2 with no time as Level 1, the training and experience requirements consists of the sum of the hours for Level I and II as specified above.
- While fulfilling total experience requirement, experience may be gained in more than one NDT method, however the minimum hours must be meet for each method to be eligible for the courses.
- In addition, the candidate must meet the following other eligibility criteria as per the written practice.
Near-Vision Acuity - Eye Fitness Test for NDT Certifications
To be eligible for ndt courses (level 1 or Level 2), Besides education, experience, shall also meet eye’s vision requirements for near vision and colour vision test
Accordingly to ASNT SNT TC 1A, for any level 1 of certification, Eye fitness is mandatory. Requirement for eye test are clearly indicated in the document. Details of eye fitness excerpts are here for quick reference.
Eye fitness test shall be administered by a registered opthalmologist or an ASNT Level 3 with valid ASNT certification on the date of Eye test. Document should be duly stamped with the details of qualification and date of eye examination.
Near Vision Test
As the document, ‘He/she shall ensure natural or corrected near-distance acuity in at least one eye such that the applicant is capable of reading a minimum of Jaeger Number 1 or equivalent type and size letter. The distance designated on the chart is not less than 12 inches (30.5 cm) on a standard Jaeger test chart’.
Optionally, the ability to perceive an Ortho-Rater minimum of 8 or similar test pattern is also acceptable. As per ASNT SNT TC 1A, Near vision tests should be administered once in a year throughout his/her certification duration.
There is a format for documenting eye fitness. You may use the format. The trainee shall submit an Eye Fitness document prior to admission. in the format that can be downloaded here for free: Eye Fitness Document Download
Falling short of time to go to nearest clinic? Also in case of non availability eye test clinic at your location, institute provides assistance for Eye fitness certification. For more details, contact Training Coordinator on whats app now.
Color Vision Contrast Test for NDT certification
Color vision test should demonstrate the capability of distinguishing and differentiating contrast among colors. For this purpose, charts such as Ishihara Charts or shades of gray used in the method or as determined by the employer. Color vision test for NDT inspectors should be conducted upon first certification and at five-year intervals thereafter.
Prior to attending NDT courses, the trainee must submit an document containing colour vision details. Format for Color vision can be downloaded free: Eye fitness Document/certificate