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Visual
Testing Courses |
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Visual Testing
at Lavender International |
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Visual testing is a non destructive testing method by which
reflected or transmitted light from a test object is imaged
with a light sensitive device (e.g. the human eye!).
We can provide Visual Inspection training
suitable for PCN/EN473/ISO 9712 levels 1, 2, and 3, ASNT Level
3. Alternatively we can provide training suitable for candidates
working to a written practice based on SNT-TC-1A.
Below is an example of a syllabus that is
used for visual inspection training courses (we can make changes
to a syllabus to satisfy the requirements of a specific written
practice if necessary):
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Level
1:
General Theory:
- Introduction
- Definitions
- Fundamentals
- Equipment (as applicable)
- Employer-Defined Applications
- Visual Testing to Specific Procedures
- Safety Precautions
Specific Theory:
Application of the Method and use of Codes, Specifications and Procedures, applicable
to the Company, including the relevant control checks.
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Level
2:
In addition to Level 1:
General Theory:
- Review of Level 1
- Vision
- Lighting
- Material attributes
- Environmental and Physiological Factors
- Visual Perception
- Equipment
- Employer-Defined Applications
- Acceptance/Rejection Criteria
- Recording and Reporting
Specific Theory:
Application of the Method to the Specific requirements of the Company, in particular
making reference to those Codes, Specifications and Procedures used by the Company,
including the relevant control checks.
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Codes
for VT Training Courses |
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INTRO/PRAC5 - 5 Days Practical Introduction
to Visual Testing (40 Hours)
VT4 - Half Day Refresher Course suitable for SNT/PCN (4 Hours)
VT8 - 1 Day Course suitable for SNT/PCN (8 Hours)
VT16 - 2 Days Course suitable for SNT/PCN Level 1 (16 Hours)
VT24 - 3 Days Course suitable for SNT Level 2 Direct (24 Hours)
VT40 - 4 Days Course suitable for PCN Level 2 Direct (40 Hours) |
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Please
note, there is a further charge if you require examination
at the end of your training course, look at the examination
page for details.
Visual Inspection Courses are available regularly at the
Penistone Training Centre. We can also provide onsite training
for your NDT personnel on request. Please telephone the
Lavender International office if you require help deciding
which course you require.
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Recommended
Reading List |
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The
following list of books are recommended by Lavender International
as appropriate learning resources to supplement visual inspection
courses: (click on a book for more information
and to buy online, numbers in brackets indicate the suitable
level of training)
Visual Testing by PCN
(1,2)
Visual
and Optical Question and Answer Book (1,2,3)
Visual
and Optical Level 2 Study Guide (2)
NDT
Handbook 2nd Edition Visual and Optical Testing
(3)
Visual
and Optical Level 3 Study Guide (3)
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PCN
Minimum Training and Work Experience Requirements |
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Level 1
16 Hours Training
1 Month Work Experience
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Level 2
24 Additional Hours Training
3 Additional Months Work Experience
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The minimum
requirements for Level 2 are additional to requirements already
satisfied for Level 1. If you are wishing to go direct to level
2, the minimum work experience is 4 months, and the minimum training
is 40 hours. Note: The examination may be taken
before the work experience is completed, however certificates
are not issued until proof of work experience is provided. After
passing the examination, a results notice is issued by PCN, you
then have 12 months to complete the required work experience.
If you require training to comply with your employer's written practice, Lavender
International will change the course to suit your company's procedure. For information
about training for an employer based certification, please telephone the Lavender
International office.
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