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The document outlines the topics covered in Level III certification examinations for different non-destructive testing (NDT) methods. It provides the duration, number of questions, and topics covered for the Basic, Magnetic Particle Testing, Ultrasonic Testing, and Radiographic Testing exams. Recommended references are also listed for further study on each NDT method.

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Level III Body of Knowldge

The document outlines the topics covered in Level III certification examinations for different non-destructive testing (NDT) methods. It provides the duration, number of questions, and topics covered for the Basic, Magnetic Particle Testing, Ultrasonic Testing, and Radiographic Testing exams. Recommended references are also listed for further study on each NDT method.

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Level III NDT Basic

Topical Outline
This examination is 4 hours in length, having 135 questions of equal value.

Administration of NDT personnel certification programs SNT-TC-1A, 2011 edition ASNT CP-189, 2011 edition General familiarity with other NDT methods Radiography (safety, X-ray, and isotope methods) Neutron radiography Ultrasonic testing Eddy current and flux leakage testing Liquid penetrant testing Magnetic particle testing Leak testing Acoustic emission testing Visual testing Thermal/infrared Vibration analysis Materials, fabrication, and production technology Properties of materials, origin of discontinuities, and failure modes Materials processing (casting, welding, forging, brazing, soldering, machining, heat treatment, surface treatment, adhesive bonding, etc.) Dimensional metrology

References

The number in parentheses following each reference is the ASNT catalog number.

Level III Study Guide: Basic (2251) SNT-TC-1A (2011 edition) (2071) Supplement to Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A: Complete Set of Supplements, PlusRecommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A (2011 edition) (2192) Materials and Processes for NDT Technology (2250) ANSI/ASNT CP-189 (2011 edition) (2508) NDT Handbook: Volume 10, NDT Overview (140) ASM Handbook Vol. 17, NDE and QC (105)

Level III MT - Magnetic Particle Testing


Topical Outline
This examination is 2 hours in length, having 90 questions of equal value.

Principles/Theory Principles of magnets and magnetic fields Characteristics of magnetic fields Equipment/Materials Magnetic particle test equipment Inspection materials Technique/Calibrations Magnetization by means if electric current Selecting the proper method of magnetization Demagnetization Interpretation/Evaluation Procedures

Safety and Health References The number in parentheses following each reference is the ASNT catalog number.

Level III Study Guide: Magnetic Particle Testing, Second Edition (2253) NDT Handbook: Third Edition, Volume 8, Magnetic Testing (148) Supplement to Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A (Q&A) Book Magnetic Particle Method,Second Edition (2027)

Level III UT - Ultrasonic Testing


Topical Outline This examination is 4 hours in length, having 135 questions of equal value.
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Principles/Theory Equipment/Materials Techniques/Calibrations Contact Immersion Comparison of contact and immersion methods Remote monitoring Calibration (electronic and functional)

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Interpretation/Evaluations Evaluation of base metal product forms Evaluation of weldments Evaluation of bonded structures Variables affecting test results Evaluation (general) Procedures Specific applications Codes/Standards/Specifications Safety and Health References The number in parentheses following each reference is the ASNT catalog number. Level III Study Guide: Ultrasonic Testing (2261) NDT Handbook: Volume 7, Ultrasonic Testing (147) Supplement to Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A (Q&A Book) Ultrasonic Testing Method (2028) Ultrasonics: Fundamentals, Technology, Applications (341)

Level III RT - Radiographic Testing


Topical Outline

This examination is 4 hours in length, having 135 questions of equal value.


Principles and Theory Equipment/Materials Electrically generated sources Particulate radiation sources Radiation detectors Techniques/Calibration Imaging considerations Film processing Viewing of radiographs Judging radiographic quality Exposure calculations Radiographic techniques Interpretation and Evaluation Procedures Safety and Health Exposure hazards Methods of controlling radiation exposure Operational and emergency procedures Dosimetry and Film Badges References The number in parentheses following each reference is the ASNT catalog number.

Level III Study Guide: Radiographic Testing (2259) NDT Handbook: Volume 4, Radiographic Testing (144, 144CD, 144WCD) Supplement to Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A (Q&A Book) Radiographic Testing Method(2026) Working Safety in Radiography (232)

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