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Ultrasonic Testing - Welds

Course & Exam

15 Jun
Who is this course for?
  • Entry-level / Trainees
  • NDT Technicians / Inspectors
  • Quality Control (QC) Inspectors
  • Welding Inspectors / Fabricators
  • Oil & Gas / Industrial Personne
  • Maintenance Technicians / Engineers
  • Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineers
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Course Overview
Prerequisites
Overview

Course & Exam

Duration

Course 8 Days & Exam 2 Days

Fees

$5000

Location

On site | QMTS Perth

Certification

PCN

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PCN UTW

Ultrasonic Testing - Welds

Course Overview

This course provides students with theoretical and practical knowledge on Ultrasonic Testing including basic principles and techniques, ultrasonic wave propagation and modes, flaw detectors and displays, probes, calibration and control checks, calibration and reference blocks, types of discontinuities including sizing and characterising, product technology knowledge of forgings and relevant industry standard.
This certification is issued by PCN in accordance with ISO 20807 and DOES NOT comply with the ISO 9712 standard and its requirements.  
Please ensure that this course and certificate meet your requirements and the requirements of your employer.

Course Outcomes

  • Students will gain skills and knowledge relating to:
  • Principles, terminology and physics of Ultrasonic Testing
  • Ultrasonic wave modes, propagations and properties
  • Beam spread, attenuation and refraction
  • DAC curves, DGS and their uses
  • Types of flaw detectors and displays
  • Probe types, construction and characteristics
  • Advantages and disadvantages of different techniques and methods
  • Equipment to be used including set-up, calibration, control and overall performance checks
  • Selection of appropriate techniques regarding component types and discontinuities
  • Testing and inspection of components covering various industry related discontinuities
  • Detection, interpretation, measurement/sizing and evaluation of various discontinuities (ex: slag, lack of fusion, cracks, porosity)
  • Recording and reporting as per industry standards
  • Understanding relevant procedures, standards and specifications
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Additional Information

QMTS offers Practical Training sessions which take place prior to your scheduled exams. Both the Practical Training and Renewal and Re-sit exams take place on site at QMTS. We also offer an eLearning Refresher option which can be completed online.

Practical Training
When: Prior to your scheduled exam – refer to Course calendar
Location: On site at QMTS Industry Training
Duration: 6 hours
Cost: $440

eLearning Refresher
When: This option is completed online, prior to your scheduled exam (valid for 60 days).
Cost: $550

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Exam Format

The NDT Ultrasonic Testing – Welds (UTW) (UTW) exam consists of the following parts:

Ultrasonic Testing Examinations

ISO 9712 Level 2 UTW 

 

Certification is issued as Butt Welds in Plate (3.1), Butt Welds in Pipe (3.2) 

 

Duration:
● Course 8 Days / Exam 2 Days
● 12 hours for Theory & Practical (Overall)

 

Content:
● General Theory Paper (40x multiple choice) 
● Specific Theory Paper (30x multiple choice) 
● Practical Exam: 5x samples & written work instruction 
● Passing Grade: 70% on each component

 

Certification

● PCN Level 2 (ISO 9712)
● Method: Ultrasonic Testing
● Level: 2
● Sector: Welds
● Scope: Manual Pulse Echo (Compression Wave & Shear Wave), Includes Thickness & Lamination Checking, Butt Welds in Plate (3.1), Butt Welds in Pipe (3.2)

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Entry Requirements

UTW is available to those candidates who have
already obtained UT Thickness.
The PCN course has two options:
● Direct entry training and examination is 5 days.

● Holds UT Thickness–training and examination is 10 days

● EXPERIENCE: 
In order to receive a Level 2 qualification, before or after the NDT course the attendee will need to provide(maximum allowable hours in 1 day is 12 hours): 180 days experience
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How to Enrol

  • Choose your course or exam
  • Confirm you meet the BINDT PCN UT Enrolment Form
  • Download the enrolment pack for your course, this will include a guide to filling out the PCN Enrolment Form, and will help if you have any questions when completing the form
  • Complete and sign the forms and gather the required documents, such as your record of vision test, a digital photo and a photocopy of your driver's licence (if required)
  • Submit your completed enrolment forms by emailing them to ndt.training@qmts.net.au
  • Pay the enrolment fee to secure your place on the course and/or exam
Please Note

Enrolment documentation must be sent by email to ndt.training@qmts.net.au and payment of the full fee must be received no later than 1 WEEK prior to the course start date.

You will receive an invoice for the course fee/s once we receive your correctly completed Enrolment Form and signed Terms and Conditions.

If you have any questions about the course or enrolment process, please refer to our FAQ.

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We run our Industry Training courses from the QMTS Head Office at 1/969 Abernethy Road, High Wycombe WA

You can find a map & more details are on our Contact page.

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To achieve certification under the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) through the PCN scheme, candidates are generally required to meet four key requirements:

  • Structured Training: Complete approved training at a BINDT-recognised training centre for the specific NDT method and certification level being pursued.
  • Vision Examination: Provide a valid and documented eye test, including near vision and colour perception, in accordance with ISO 9712 requirements prior to sitting for examinations.
  • Industrial Experience: Submit documented evidence of the required practical on-the-job experience within the chosen NDT method.
  • Examinations: Successfully pass both the theoretical and practical examinations conducted by an Authorised Qualifying Body (AQB).

 

All new students are required to complete the Product Technology Online Training course, which is now available through British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing.

Please ensure all enrolment documents are submitted and payment is completed at least 10 days before the course commencement date. Kindly complete and return all required documents listed in the enrolment pack via email before the deadline to:

 

Confirmation of your placement in the course or examination will only be issued once all required documentation and payment have been successfully received. Please note that if your preferred course becomes fully booked before payment is received, you will be required to register for the next available course and/or examination intake.

The enrolment fee for the course and exam is $5,000

The course and exam runs for Course 8 Days & Exam 2 Days

Ultrasonic Testing Examinations

ISO 9712 Level 2 UTW 
 
Certification is issued as Butt Welds in Plate (3.1), Butt Welds in Pipe (3.2) 
 

Duration:
● Course 8 Days / Exam 2 Days
● 12 hours for Theory & Practical (Overall)

Content:
● General Theory Paper (40x multiple choice) 
● Specific Theory Paper (30x multiple choice) 
● Practical Exam: 5x samples & written work instruction 
● Passing Grade: 70% on each component

If you are unsuccessful in part or all of your initial exams, you may re-sit the failed parts at another time in accordance with the following:

  1. You will have 12 months from the date of your initial exam to re-sit the failed part/s, after this time you must repeat the entire examination.
  2. The re-sit exam may not be taken within 30 days of your previous exam, unless additional approved training is undertaken before the re-sit.

 

QMTS offers a Practical Training session in order to refresh your knowledge prior to your exam re-sit. These sessions are conducted one day before the scheduled examinations. Please refer to the Training Calendar for further details and session dates.

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You can find a guide to completing your PCN UTW Enrolment Form in the course enrolment pack, or download it here

You may be well-suited for a career in NDT if you:

  • Enjoy practical, detail-oriented work involving the inspection of materials, welds, and equipment without causing damage, often using advanced technologies such as ultrasonic and radiographic testing.
  • Are looking for a fast-entry career pathway, with introductory training and certification achievable within a relatively short period through classroom learning and practical experience.
  • Value flexibility and opportunities to travel, as NDT qualifications are recognised and sought after across various industries worldwide.
  • Are comfortable working in diverse environments, including laboratories, workshops, construction sites, pipelines, and offshore facilities.

 

To see if a course is right for you, please refer to the individual course you’re interested in for more details on the objectives and outcomes. 

For further information, please speak with one of our technical experts for complimentary consultation and guidance on programme enrolment.

The NDT result notifications will be sent to the email address provided during enrolment.

Your examination results will typically be issued within two weeks by QMTS staff and will also be submitted to British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing for further processing. 

Your Record of Vision Test can be taken to Specsavers or an Optometrist who can complete the test. 

These sessions are conducted one day before the scheduled examinations. Please refer to the Training Calendar for further details.

Cost: Fees may vary depending on the course, training method, or sector selected.