Non-Destructive Testing

The courses will benefit students currently working in the NDT field who are seeking to challenge the certification examinations. The courses will also benefit students who plan to gain knowledge prior to entering the field of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT). The courses require basic mathematical skills, and the Materials and Processes course must be successfully completed before proceeding into any of the NDT methods courses. BCIT is required to prescreen students for math skills which may involve an examination. Students who intend to apply for NCB certification are responsible for confirming their eligibility. Please visit their website Natural Resources Canada for more information on eligibility and requirements. NOTE: Passing mark for all Non-Destructive Testing courses and the Prerequisite Exams: Materials & Process and Math Skills is 70%. Areas of study in NDT at BCIT include:

• Materials and Processes
• Ultrasonics Level 1
• Ultrasonics Level 2
• Liquid Penetrant Inspection Levels 1 & 2
• Magnetic Particle Inspection Levels 1 & 2

Testing

BCIT is also approved by National Resources Canada as a testing facility for the following methods in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) for both written and practical exams:

Method	Exam type
Ultrasonics (UT)	Written and Practical
Liquid Penetrant (PT)	Written and Practical
Magnetic Particle (MT)	Written and Practical
Eddy Current (ET)	Written only
Radiography	Written only
X-Ray Fluorescence Operator	Written only

Tutorials

The purpose of tutorial time is to allow candidates to practice and familiarize themselves with the equipment they will be using during their practical exams. Tutorials are also used to refine techniques. BCIT currently offers tutorials in the following methods:

• Liquid Penetrant (LT)
• Magnetic Particle (MT)
• Ultrasonics (UT) – see below

The following UT Tutorials are available:

• Basic Calibration
• System Checks and Beam Plot
• Formed Metal Pieces/Immersion Testing
• Welded Joints