Radiographic Inspection Level I/II
Course
In Norwich
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Norwich
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Class hours
80h
1.At the conclusion of this course the student should be able to: 2.Describe the basic principles of the radiography test method. 3.List several applications of the radiography test method. 4.List the types of discontinuities detected with the radiography test method. 5.Describe the cause and effect of various types of discontinuities. 6.Describe the operational steps in the radiography test method and understand the importance of each step. 7.Perform a radiographic examiantion, following a written procedure. 8.Manually process film for high contrast and resolution. 9.Interpret and evaluate.
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Course programme
This 80 hour course covers both X and Gamma Radiography with an equal balance of theory and practical sessions. As well as working through their own supervised practical exercises, students will receive full instruction on darkroom procedures and radio-graphic interpretation.
COURSE CONTENT
*Aerospace product technology.
*Introduction to radiography.
*Photographic aspects.
*Sensitometry.
*Production of x-rays.
*Factors governing exposure.
*Factors affecting sensitivity.
*Health physics.
*Gamma rays.
*Applied radiography.
*Film interpretation.
*The writing of report and development of procedures.
*Other methods of radiography and latest developments. This course does not cover PCN Level 2
*Safety Endorsement, or PCN Level 2 Interpretation of Radiographs. Please see separate course outlines.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1.At the conclusion of this course the student should be able to:
2.Describe the basic principles of the radiography test method;
3.List several applications of the radiography test method;
4.List the types of discontinuities detected with the radiography test method;
5.Describe the cause and effect of various types of discontinuities;
6.Describe the operational steps in the radiography test method and understand the importance of each step;
7.Perform a radiographic examiantion, following a written procedure;
8.Manually process film for high contrast and resolution;
9.Interpret and evaluate the test results with respect to the applicable standards;
10.Have an overview of the safety precautions necessary when using ionising radiation;
11.Have an overview of film interpretation;
12.Complete the required test report, and prepare a clear and concise written instruction (Procedure);
13.Locate defects in various aircraft materials, components and structures with a high probability of detection; and
14.Pass the end of course test.
Radiographic Inspection Level I/II