Master Class on ASME Code Non Destructive Examination

International Expert on Applying ASME Code Requirements (Section V)

This three-day Master Class is designed for individuals who require an understanding of the principles, techniques and applications of the key Nondestructive Examination methods.  This program presents the principles of Nondestructive Examination (NDE) and practical applications which will provide a basic comprehensive knowledge of the major methods.
 
Emphasis is placed on basic procedures, techniques, applications, advantages and limitations as related to the ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section V for each method. Examples of NDE devices supplement the classroom lectures to enable the attendee to obtain a better understanding of the general theory, uses and variables of the methods presented.

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• Learning Outcomes
  
• Course Outline
• Facilitator
  

Who Should Attend

Design, structural, maintenance and materials engineers, and management, supervisors, regulators, auditors, and project managers.
 

You Will Learn

The applications of the basic NDE methods and the various materials to be examined
Principles, procedures, evaluation, reporting and ASME Code requirements of the  basic NDE methods
Techniques of the visual, penetrant, magnetic particle, radiographic, ultrasonic, and eddy current testing methods

Course Outline

Introduction; Program overview/ Course objectives

• History and development of NDE
• Development of the new NDE methods (i.e. Phased Array UT, Digital RT)
• Terminology: Key definitions used in NDE
• Conditions necessary for effective NDE
• NDE variables
• Codes / specifications and procedures
• Personnel considerations: Levels of qualifications and certifications
• Certification programs: ASNT SNT-TC-1A, CP-189, NAS 410, ISO 9712
• Origin, types, severity and characteristics of material discontinuities
• Classification and interpretation of discontinuities

Visual Testing (VT)

• Basic principles; Advantages and limitations
• Examination techniques - direct / indirect / translucent
• Equipment - optical aids, mirrors, fiberscope, videoprobes
• Procedures and evaluation
• Importance of complete / accurate reporting
• Applications – welds, vessels, components
• Typical examination nonconformance’s
• Visual examinations of welds

Penetrant Testing

• Basic principles; Advantages and limitations
• Different examination techniques - solvent removable, fluorescent, post-emulsification)
• Equipment - portable, systems, accessories
• Process variables
• Procedures and evaluation
• Importance of complete / actuate reporting
• Applications – welds, vessels, components
• Typical examination nonconformance’s

Magnetic Particle

• Basic principles; Advantages and limitations
• Different examination techniques (direct and indirect)
• Equipment (permanent magnets, yokes, prods, wet horizontal)
• Process variables
• Procedures and evaluation
• Importance of complete / actuate reporting
• Applications – welds, vessels, components
• Typical examination nonconformance’s

Radiographic Testing

• Basic principles; Advantages and limitations
• Nature and characteristics of radiation
• Safety considerations
• Equipment - stationary / portable)
• Examination techniques - gamma, x-ray
• RT procedures
• Film processing considerations: quality levels, film density, viewing considerations
• Interpretation and evaluation of radiographs
• Importance of complete / actuate reporting
• Applications – welds, pressure vessels, castings
• Typical examination nonconformance’s
• Review of radiographic images

Ultrasonic Testing

• Basic principles; Advantages and limitations
• Nature and characteristics of sound generation
• Wave modes
• Different examination techniques - contact, immersion, thickness
• Equipment (instrumentation, transducers)
• Variables – material structure, surface, configuration
• Procedures and evaluation
• Importance of complete / accurate reporting
• Applications – welds, pressure vessels, components
• Typical examination nonconformance’s

Eddy Current Testing

• Basic principles; Advantages and limitations
• Nature and characteristics of electromagnetic induction
• Conductivity, permeability and other key terms
• Different examination techniques
• Equipment - instrumentation, probes, standards
• Variables – materials, frequency, surface, etc.
• Procedures and evaluation
• Importance of complete / accurate reporting
• Applications - weld inspection, coating measurements, tubing inspection, sorting
• Typical examination nonconformance’s

Facilitator Information

Charles J. Hellier (Chuck) is the founder of HELLIER, and currently serves as its Senior Director.  He is also an Independent Consultant and Principle of The Summit Group.  He is called upon frequently to provide independent, third-party assessments; and to assist in the resolution of disputes as an expert witness.  He has been active in the Technology of Nondestructive Testing and related Quality and Inspection fields for over 50 years. He holds an ASNT Level III Certificate in five methods and is a Board Certified Forensic Examiner. He recently authored the “Handbook of Nondestructive Evaluation”, published by McGraw-Hill. He holds memberships in ASME, ASTM, ASM, AWS, ACFE and ASNT (Lifetime, Fellow, and Past President). He is also Past President and remains active with the Nondestructive Testing Management Association (NDTMA).