Upcoming Events

ASNT Fall Conference & Quality Testing Show 2010    

Houston is It for the 2010 ASNT Fall Conference and Quality Testing Show. Houston is the perfect setting for the world’s largest annual gathering of NDT professionals who come together to learn, exchange, network, and engage; this is where NDT business gets done. Shouldn’t you plan to be there too?

Quality Testing Show Schedule

Set up:

Sunday, November 14 – 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Monday, November 15 – 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Exhibits must be show ready by 2 pm – all crates out of the hall by Noon

Tear down:

Wednesday, November 17 – 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday, November 18 – 8:00 am - 12:00 noon

Exhibit Hours:

Monday, November 15:
Welcome Reception & Exhibits - 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Tuesday, November 16:
Exhibits – 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday, November 17:
Exhibits – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Date: November 15, 2010 to November 17, 2010

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Radiation Safety and CEDO Preparation    

TRAINING OBJECTIVES: This training focuses on radiation safety for those using x- and gamma radiation. The course is designed to provide a basic understanding of radiation principles, safe working practices and regulations pertaining to the use of ionizing radiation. An excellent preparatory course for industrial radiographers, Radiation Safety Officers and meets the training requirements of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission for those seeking their Certified Exposure Device Operator's (CEDO) license.

Training programs may be conducted at the Institute or at the client's facilities.

Recommended subjects for Radiation Safety Programs:

• Fundamentals of radiation physics
• Origin of penetrating radiation
• Maximum permissible doses
• Fundamentals of radiation protection: time, distance, shielding
• Emergency situations
• Radiation measurements and instrumentation
• Provincial regulations
• Regulations of the Atomic Energy Control Board
• Transportation of radioactive materials

 

NOTE: Participants are requested to have a calculator capable of scientific notation.

Date: November 15, 2010 to November 19, 2010

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Magnetic Particle Levels 1 & 2    

TRAINING OBJECTIVES: This course is intended to provide detailed instruction in the theory and practices of magnetic particle inspection, including the capabilities and limitations of the method. Instruction will be given in generally accepted inspection techniques in accordance with codes and standards.

APPLICABLE STANDARDS: This program meets the requirements of CAN/CGSB-48.9712, ISO 9712 and SNT-TC-1A.

DEFINITION OF LEVEL 2 PERSONNEL (AS PER CGSB): Level 2 personnel are defined as personnel qualified in magnetic particle testing who will perform and/or direct magnetic particle inspection according to established or recognized procedures and shall be responsible for the magnetic particle method or technique to be used, and for the assessment of test results.

COURSE OUTLINE:

Introduction Brief outline of the roles of: Canadian Institute for NDE; Canadian General Standards Board; Department of Natural Resources Canada; SNT-TC-1A Certification procedures and application formats Advantages and disadvantages of the major nondestructive examination methods History of magnetic particle inspection Basic Principles of Magnets and Magnetic Fields The earth's magnetic field Theory of magnetism Law of magnetism Magnets and their magnetic field Magnetic characteristic curves and hysteresis Materials Associated with Magnetic Fields Ferromagnetic materials Diamagnetic materials Paramagnetic materials Magnetic Field Direction and Discontinuity Detection Surface discontinuities Sub-surface discontinuities Affect on indications Magnetization and Electric Currents Basic terminology associated with electric currents Production of circular magnetic fields: right hand rule; applications; discontinuities detectable; equipment; precautions Production of longitudinal fields Magnetization by circular fields Head shots Central conductors Coil shots and cable wraps Prods and electromagnets

Basic Steps of Magnetic Particle Inspection Selecting the proper magnetization method Shape, condition and location of part Discontinuities sought Establishing current requirements Sequence of operations Inspection Materials Wet and dry methods Following performance checks Electromagnetic spectrum and black lights Demagnetization Basic principles Methods Reasons for Terminology associated with demagnetization Equipment Demagnetization methods Measuring residual fields Requirements for demagnetization Equipment Types Equipment generally available Special application equipment Following Written Procedures Where to look and what to look for

Date: October 18, 2010 to October 22, 2010

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Ultrasonics Level 1    

TRAINING OBJECTIVES: This course is intended to provide a basic knowledge of ultrasonic testing fundamentals sufficient to enable the technician to carry out ultrasonic testing to established procedures under the supervision of Level 2 or Level 3 personnel.

APPLICABLE STANDARDS: This program meets the requirements of CAN/CGSB-48.9712, ISO 9712 and SNT-TC-1A.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF LEVEL 1 PERSONNEL (AS PER CGSB): Level 1 personnel are defined as personnel who properly perform specific calibrations and specific evaluations for acceptance or rejection determinations, according to written instructions, and record results. Level 1 carry out industrial ultrasonics under the supervision of Level 2 or Level 3 personnel and shall receive the necessary instructions from a Level 2 or Level 3 individual.

COURSE OUTLINE:

Introduction Historical perspective of the use of ultrasound Comparison with other commonly used NDT methods Fundamental Properties of Ultrasound Definition of ultrasonic vibrations Relationship of frequency velocity and wavelength Diffraction theory Modes of particle vibration Ultrasound uses Generation of Ultrasonic Waves Piezoelectric crystal types and characteristics Search unit construction Search unit characteristics: resolution; sensitivity Search unit types: single element; dual element; Angle beam Test Material Characteristics Velocity Sound attenuation Acoustic impedance Sound Beam Characteristics Dead zone; Near zone; Far zone Intensity variations Probe diameter and frequency effect Angular Incidence Reflection Transmission Refraction Mode conversion Critical angles Snell's Law

Ultrasonic Inspection Techniques Through transmission Pulse echo Angle beam Contact testing Immersion testing Ultrasonic Testing Equipment Basic pulse echo instrument Control functions and uses Information displays: A scan, B scan, C scan, digital readouts Computer enhanced displays Ultrasonic Reference Blocks Area amplitude blocks Distance amplitude blocks International Institute of Welding (IIW) block Miniature angle beam calibration block Uses of artificial reflectors compared Inspected Part Variations Effect of surface roughness Effect of surface coatings Surface curvature Parallelism Grain size Discontinuity Variations Size Shape Orientation Distance from entry surface

Date: September 13, 2010 to September 17, 2010

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Engineering, Materials and Components (EMC)    

TRAINING OBJECTIVES: A strong foundation in engineering, materials and processes is vital to the NDT technician. This training course offers you the opportunity to learn about the materials used in manufacturing, the metallurgical and mechanical properties which determine the strength of the material and how these properties are developed, the means used to process materials and how defects may be introduced into the material through these processes. Understanding the manufacturing process from start to finish is the key to a successful NDT career.

This course objective is to provide the fundamental knowledge of materials and processes with respect to the broad sector termed EMC (Engineering, Materials and Components). To meet CAN/CGSB-48.9712, extensive knowledge is required in materials and processes and flaw types specific to welds, castings, forgings, etc. in Levels 2 and 3 certification. The EMC course is ideal for those who intend to challenge the CGSB examinations in any method and for welders, machinists, visual inspectors, manufacturing supervisors and anyone involved in material or equipment reliability.

COURSE OUTLINE:
Nature and properties of materials Solidification of metals Solid-state changes in metals Introduction to heat treatment Ferrous metals and their properties Nonferrous metals Metal specifications and uses	Loads and material responses Manufacturing methods Causes and recognition of discontinuities Powder metallurgy Heat treatment Machining In service behavior of metals

Date: August 23, 2010 to August 27, 2010

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Liquid Penetrant Levels 1 & 2    

TRAINING OBJECTIVES: This course is intended to provide a basic knowledge of liquid penetrant inspection sufficient to enable the graduate to carry out liquid penetrant inspection in accordance with established procedures under the supervision of Level 2 or Level 3 personnel. The practical work incorporated in the program will help the participant to develop self-confidence in processing components following written instructions and to be knowledgeable in the terminology associated with liquid penetrant inspection.

APPLICABLE STANDARDS: This program meets the requirements of CAN/CGSB-48.9712, ISO 9712 and SNT-TC-1A.

DEFINITION OF LEVEL 2 PERSONNEL (AS PER CGSB): Level 2 personnel are defined as personnel who will perform and/or direct Liquid Penetrant Testing according to established or recognized procedures and shall be responsible for the liquid penetrant method or technique to be used, and for the interpretation of the test results.

 

COURSE OUTLINE:

Introduction Brief outline of the roles of: Canadian Institute for NDE; Canadian General Standards Board; Department of Natural Resources Canada; SNT-TC-1A The role and definition of nondestructive examination Brief history of liquid penetrant inspection Basic Principles of Liquid Penetrant Inspection Why penetrant testing is used and works What penetrant testing is used on and reveals Basic Steps of Liquid Penetrant Processing Part preparation Application of penetrant Removal of excess penetrant Application of developer Inspection Post-cleaning Types of Penetrants in Current Use Commonly used penetrant materials Some of the "special" penetrant materials Packaging of penetrant materials Precautions regarding penetrant materials Physical properties of penetrants Advantages and disadvantages of each penetrant process Physical properties of penetrant materials Safety precautions involved with different materials and applications Inspection environments: requirements for fluorescent inspection, requirements for colour contrast inspection, requirements for dual mode inspection

Steps to Follow When Using Different Processes Water washable fluorescent penetrants Water washable visible penetrants Post-emulsifiable fluorescent penetrants Post-emulsifiable visible penetrants Solvent removable fluorescent penetrants Solvent removable visible penetrants Dual system penetrants Advantages and Disadvantages of Various Processes From the viewpoint of time, cost and the inspector Inspection, Interpretation and Evaluation Defined Responsibilities involved with each Use of codes and standards Interpretation of indications Report writing and documentation System Controls Equipment; penetrants; emulsifiers; developers; cleaners Liquid Penetrant Test Equipment and Accessories Portable, stationary units and set-up Black light and the electro-magnetic spectrum "Housekeeping" requirements Pressure and temperature controls Performance checks and requirements Specialized penetrant equipment and chemicals Choice of method and technique development Inspection Procedures and Standards Following written procedures Recognizing and following standards Record keeping and general documentation procedures Engineering, Materials and Components Discontinuities and defects: classification of discontinuities Castings Millwork and Forging Service

Date: August 16, 2010 to August 20, 2010

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The American Society for Nondestructive Testing    

This conference emphasizes the important role of, and challenges to, nondestructive testing for new construction and in-service inspection of the real-time radioscopy and digital imaging industry.

Date: July 19, 2010 to July 21, 2010