Important information
Candidates undertaking a PCN examination must fulfil all requirements specified in PCN24/GEN.
For ASNT, EN4179, or NAS410 examinations, candidates must follow the requirements detailed in their organisation’s written practice. This course is not designed as preparation for BGAS-CSWIP examinations.
This programme provides detailed instructions on the inspection of ferritic welds/castings/wrought products by the use of phased array ultrasonic testing. Suitable only for holders of current, valid UT certification approved and accepted by PCN.
This phased array training course is PCN recognised and provides excellent preparation for the Level 2 examinations. It meets in full the training hour requirements as specified by the relevant PCN documentation. The course utilises the latest Technology Design, Sonatest Veo3, Olympus, Zetec and M2M phased array equipment.
- Principles of phased array probes
- Principles of inspection sensitivity
- Phased array instrumentation
- Scanning with phased array
- Calibration and checks
- Software for data collection
- Software familiarity
- Procedures for verification of flaw existence and position
- Use of software tools
- Data analysis
An individual certified to Ultrasonic Phased Array Level 2 has demonstrated competence to perform NDT according to NDT procedures. Within the scope of the competence defined on the certificate, Level 2 personnel may be authorised by the employer to:
- Select the Ultrasonic Phased Array technique for the test method to be used
- Define the limitations of application of the testing method
- Translate Ultrasonic Phased Array codes, standards, specifications and procedures into Ultrasonic Phased Array instructions adapted to the actual working conditions
- Set up and verify Ultrasonic Phased Array equipment settings
- Perform and supervise Ultrasonic Phased Array tests
- Interpret and evaluate results according to applicable standards, codes, specifications or procedures
- Prepare written Ultrasonic Phased Array instructions
- Carry out and supervise all tasks at or below Level 2
- Provide guidance for personnel at or below Level 2
- Report the results of Ultrasonic Phased Array tests.
Certification under the PCN scheme is awarded once a candidate has completed the required training, gained the necessary industry experience, and passed the relevant examinations. The minimum requirements are outlined in full in the PCN24/GEN document.
Experience requirements
For Ultrasonic Phased Array (PAUT) Level 2 certification, candidates must hold Ultrasonic Testing Level 2 certification. In addition to this, the minimum industrial experience required is 45 days.
If a candidate has not yet acquired the required experience at the time of the examination, they may accumulate the remaining experience afterwards. Examination results remain valid for up to two years to allow completion of this experience.
To assist candidates in meeting the practical experience requirement, our structured experience programme (SEP) offers a pathway to gain up to 50% of the required experience.
(excl. VAT)
Training course: £3,861
Examination: £544
PCN Levy: £95
PCN PED Admin Charge: £50
Total: £4,550
Note: Prices are correct at time of issue but may be subject to change, with the exception of confirmed bookings.
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