Course Overview
Radiographic Inspection (RT) is a method of non-destructive testing that uses either X-radiation or gamma radiation to pass through components and expose the film beneath it. Identify the internal structure and integrity of a specimen, apply the proper use of radiation equipment, practice radiographic techniques and principles, film processing, and utilize X- and gamma rays to assist in ensuring the integrity of materials, components or structures. You will be part of a team who works to ensure safety and quality. Through inspection and testing, your findings may help to increase production or assist to extend the life of equipment and system components.
With the skills gained in this course, you will meet the training requirements for RT Level 1 per the Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) 48.9712-2022 Standard.
Students should be aware that to become certified to CGSB RT Level 1, Natural Resources Canada’s Nondestructive Testing Certification Borad (NDTCB) requires, in addition to classroom training:
i. relevant work experience,
ii. signed code of conduct form,
iii. proof of vision to qualify for certification,
iv. successful completion of an NDTCB Authorized Examination Center (AEC) supervised practical exam and three theory exams.
Required before enrollment:
1) Math (NDTC200): Effective October 2, 2017, prior to taking any NDT training courses, all students will be required to either successfully complete the NAIT math skills test or provide evidence acceptable to NAIT that you have successfully passed a math examination administered by an NDTCB Recognized Training Organization (RTO). NAIT may consider previous math education as an equivalent – determined on a case-by-case basis.
2) Materials and Processes (NDTC100): Applicants must pass the Materials and Processes examination before taking training courses in any NDT method. The examination must be invigilated in person. The RTO must provide the grade obtained to the NDTCB as part of a candidate’s application for certification.
3) For Radiographic Testing only, as a pre-requisite to training, candidates must complete radiation safety training (minimum 8 hours) provided by an RTO. A candidate who holds valid Certified Exposure Device Operator certification issued by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has met the radiation safety training requirements.