- VT Level I Operator
VT I operators should be competent to set-up the relevant NDT equipment, perform the test, report and classify any indications and record the results, all in accordance with written instruction. General, specific and practical training is provided during the course and daily formative assessments are used to monitor progress. A final assessment is utilised to assess the success of the training programme and to issue a proof of training document. Following the successful completion of the training, candidates will be eligible to write the qualification examination conducted by the Personnel Certification Body, after which, industrial experience of one month must be gained towards personnel certification.
Practical applications / techniques
Direct / Indirect / Translucent techniques
General Theory
Advantages, disadvantages and limitations / Discontinuities, indications, defects / Vision, lighting, photometry / Optical principals and visual perception / Material attributes / Environmental factors / Equipment / Visual requirements
Specific Theory
Sample preparation / Functional checks and calibration / Testing / Interpret and report / Post cleaning
Practical Skills
Performance and quality checks / Performance of tests / Characterisation of indications / Recording results / Report writing
Course notes shall be provided on first day
VT I General and Specific Notebook / Written instructions / Questions and answer sheets / Homework
