International School of Aerospace NDT Limited
Penetrant Inspection of Aerospace Structures and Components
(40 hour/5 day Course)
This level I/II course satisfies the syllabus requirements of ASNT-CP-189, SNT-TC-1A, NAS 410, BS EN 4179, PCN and ISO 9712. It is suitable for engineering inspectors at all levels of experience who require formal training and a qualification in this subject.
The training programme covers 50% theory and 50% practical application allowing the student time to obtain a good foundation in this method of NDT by practicing a large variety of inspection techniques under the supervision of qualified instructors using the latest up to date range of chemicals.
The course comprises:
- Principles of operation of liquid penetrant inspection.
- Advantages and disadvantages.
- Types of penetrants available and their uses.
- Compatibility and sensitivity.
- Study of manual procedures.
- Types and operation of various penetrants, emulsifiers/removers, and developers.
- Interpretation of indications.
- Relevant and non-relevant.
- Penetrant line systems and quality control.
- Preparation of technique and report writing procedures with emphasis on relevant specification interpretation.
All students are continuously assessed during the course by homework and progress tests together with a theoretical and practical end of course examination.
At the end of the course the students can also take approval examinations in Penetrant Inspection at Level I, II or Level III to SNT-TC-1A, NAS 410 or BS EN 4179 in accordance with their company written practice.
International School of Aerospace NDT also acts as an outside agency providing Level III services as defined in the aforementioned documents.
For further information please contact the Training Manager.