Radiography & X-Ray Training Course

Radiographic Testing Method - Level 1

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides the student with 40 hours of training in the Radiographic Testing method designed around aerospace industry and Nadcap requirements.

The student will learn the basics of industrial radiography, and explore RT applications, equipment, process controls, and limitations. The laboratory portion of the course entails simulations for conventional X-Ray and film systems, as well as introductions to Digital Radiography (CR and DDA) technology. Course content also includes radiation safety, radiographic film behavior and processing, image quality control and specification process controls. Course objectives include recognition of common industry requirements for radiation safety, technique, and process variables; laboratory environment efficient work practices; basic material form types and applications within the method and also method ethics.

Qualification upon completion:
This training program will meet all commercial, aerospace and customer qualification requirements, specifically NAS 410. ASNT SNT-TC-1A requirements for RT qualification also recommend 40 hours of formal classroom training for RT Level 1.

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Radiographic Testing Method - Level 2

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides the student with 40 hours of training in the Radiographic Testing method designed around the aerospace industry and Nadcap requirements.

Part 1 -The student will initially review Level 1 basics of the RT method: radiation safety, equipment, consumables, and process controls.

Part 2 – The student will receive in-depth training for Prime industry specifications, procedures and standards with a strong emphasis on process benchmarks for critical and high performance component applications. In-depth material processes and RT inspection disposition is also studied and reinforced. Students will also perform a front-to-back RT simulation with a sample test specimen of their choice. Comprehensive digital imaging modalities are also analyzed, with hands-on operation and film-less imaging and evaluation of selected components. The student will be able to identify radiographic material discontinuities and become acquainted with interpretation protocols, recognize the essential quality controls within the method, establish practical RT technique parameters, and become cognizant of digital imaging techniques and applications.

Qualification upon completion:
This training program will meet all commercial, aerospace and customer qualification requirements, specifically NAS 410. ASNT SNT-TC-1A requirements for RT qualification also recommend 40 hours of formal classroom training for RT Level 2.

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Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This 40 hour formal training course includes design and implementation of safe operating procedures, licensing and registration compliance and record keeping, material transport regulations, all aspects of radiography equipment function and maintenance, and other topics required for effective and secure industrial radiographic inspection performance. Emphasis also will be placed on the ALARA/LNT model and past and possible incident occurrences, with thorough analysis of root cause, response, and aftermath. It is recommended that students have previous on-the-job radiographic training or experience.

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Digital Radiography - Level 3

(Level 2 RT certification highly recommended)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The Digital Radiography course consists of 40 hours of informative, practical knowledge and skill building for the student in the dynamic and expanding technology of Digital Radiography: computed radiography (CR) and aSi detector imaging (DDA or DR) being highlighted. The student will be guided through digital radiographic applications, imaging conversions, equipment specificity, image quality requirements, performance evaluations, and imaging optimization. Image optimization encompasses refinements of images through quantum manipulation, sensor attribute study, and digital image processing. A considerable amount of time in the session includes this hands-on operation of our dedicated CR and DDA digital imaging equipment, promoting the students perspective and understanding in this rapidly evolving test method.

Qualification upon completion:
This training program is intended to fulfill anticipated qualification requirements for digital radiographic inspection personnel.

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Computed Radiography (CR) - Level 2

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The CR 40 hour formal training course is designed to introduce the certified RT Level 2 radiographer to contemporary CR systems characteristics, capabilities, and operation and also encompasses general CR theory and applications. System performance requirements and proper technique development will be simulated with dedicated equipment. Accurate image disposition utilizing current Digital Reference Images and other tools is also emphasized. Industry requirements for primes and the MAIC will also be studied. The student’s radiographic inspection background will be taken into account and the training session will be customized accordingly. Previous CR experience is not necessary.

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Digital Detector Array (DDA)
Radiography - Level 2

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Forty hours of formal training for RT L2’s in DDA technology. Students are introduced to DDA modalities, highlighting aSi-TFT (amorphous silicon-thin film transistor) flat panel detector specifics, implementation, and operation. Proper system calibrations and benchmarking for image quality are emphasized using state-of-the-art software and hardware in the training laboratory. System automation and industry requirements for aerospace materials will complete the session. Previous DDA experience is not required.

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Introduction to Digital Radiography

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This 16 hour session is primarily focused on providing an introduction to digital radiographic imaging processes, primarily the DDA (Digital Detector Array or flat panel detectors), CR (Computed Radiography) and RTR (Radioscopy) NDT inspection modalities. It is intended to meet the needs of Managers, Quality Assurance Directors and Representatives, Auditors, Purchasing Authority, Supervisors or Process Owners, Marketing Personnel, and others wishing to gain insight, familiarization, and updates for Digital Radiography. Participants attending this session can range from having little or no radiographic experience, to those requiring additional contemporary DR insight and support.

Please contact us directly for pricing; discounts for multiple attendees may be applicable.

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High Performance Alloys Radiographic Interpretation

(Level 2 RT certification highly recommended)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is intended for RT L2 personnel that will be advancing into the interpretation of investment casting critical service items such as structural aerospace and gas turbine engine components. In addition to study of the unique properties of these materials, the student will learn to recognize the unique requirements associated with the interpretation and disposition of high performance cast metals imagery including: artifact vs. discontinuity verification, diffraction recognition and verification, radiographic quality, component techniques and coverage, acceptance criteria discontinuity gauging, and casting upgrade. Radiographic interpretation of assorted investment casting radiographs with known artifacts, discontinuities, and defects will enhance the student’s skill level and confidence in this demanding inspection environment. This session can also be customized to include customer specifics and standards.
Qualification upon completion:

This course is intended to augment RT Level 2 qualification with 8 hours of formal instruction.

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Thermal Joining Radiographic Interpretation

(Level 2 RT certification highly recommended)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is intended for RT L2 personnel having radiographic interpretation responsibility within various joining applications. Common and specialized thermal joining processes in electrical arc and non-arc welding, brazing, and soldering processes are investigated; with specific joining processes, applications and variables presented as needed. The student is challenged with various interpretation scenarios and problem solving using radiographs and actual standards presently in use.

Qualification upon completion:
This course is intended to augment RT Level 2 qualification with 8 hours of formal instruction.

(Please contact tcginfo@xritesting.com for more information on this course)