Introduction to NDE Basics

Course Developed and Provided by CASTI This course is instructionally designed for inspectors, engineers, and other personnel who want to learn more about the "more common" nondestructive testing methods and requirements in ASME Section V (see Course Outline for details). Learning Objectives Identify and apply ASME Section V standard terminology Recall the general procedure requirements for nondestructive testing Describe the radiographic examination technique and reporting requirements Describe the liquid penetrant examination technique and reporting requirements Describe the magnetic particle examination technique and reporting requirements Recall the significance of using the manual ultrasonic pulse-echo contact method Intended Audience This e-learning course is designed for inspectors, QA/QC personnel, engineers, tradespeople, and others working for plant owners, pressure equipment manufactures and repair organizations, engineering procurement and construction companies in oil and gas industries (oilfield, upgraders, refineries, etc.), chemical plants, petroleum refining, petrochemical plants, power plants, pulp and paper plants, fertilizer plants, and others. Continuing Education Upon successful completion of this course, learners will receive a digital Certificate of Completion granting 8 CPD hours. Course Outline The following topics are covered in this course: Introduction to Practical Nondestructive Testing Using ASME Section V Introduction to standard terminology based on ASME Section V Procedure Requirements Personnel Calibration Examinations and inspections Identifying and classifying NDE indications Evaluation Records and documentation Radiographic Examination - Article 2 Procedure requirements Surface preparation Weld surface preparation, ripples and reinforcement Backscatter radiation, excessive backscatter System of identification Contract, component, weld or weld seam, date Monitoring density limitations of radiographs Radiographic film, intensifying screens Image quality indicator (IQI) design Source size calibration Densitometer and step wedge comparison film calibration Radiographic technique, geometric unsharpness Location markers IQI Selection of wire-type or hole-type Placement of IQIs for welds Sensitivity resolution sensitivity per weld thickness Single-wall and double-wall techniques for materials and welds Quality of radiographs Documentation and review Liquid Penetrant - Article 6 General Written procedure requirements Control of contaminants Surface preparation - removal of welding flux, welding spatter, paint, other contaminants Techniques for standard and nonstandard temperatures Technique restrictions Calibration Penetrant application, penetration (dwell) time, excess penetrant removal Developing Interpretation Evaluation, recording of indications Examination records Magnetic Particle Examination - Article 7 General, MT of surface weld cracks and orientation Written procedure requirements Examination medium Surface conditioning - as-welded, as-rolled, as-cast, as-forged Prod technique, yoke technique Frequency of calibration Preliminary examinations Method of examination Excess particle removal Interpretation Demagnetization Evaluation, recording of indications Examination records Visual Examination - Article 9 Written procedure requirements Physical requirements Equipment Direct visual examination Remote visual examination Evaluation Report of examination Leak Testing - Article 10 Written procedure requirements for any metal, nonmetal, welded component Gages Temperature requirements Pressure/vacuum requirements (pressure limits) Pressure/vacuum gage calibration Calibration leak standards Test reports Measuring Thickness by Manual Ultrasonic Pulse-Echo Contact Method - Article 23, SE-797 Significance and use Basis of application Apparatus Technical hazards