Visual Testing level 1


Designed to provide a full appreciation of the methods and practices of visual testing. This course is PCN recognised and provides excellent preparation for Visual Testing Level 1 examinations. It meets in full the training hour requirements as specified by the relevant PCN documentation.

Course Content

  • Definitions
  • Vision
  • Lighting
  • Environmental factors, direct and indirect methods of visual assessment
  • Visual inspection equipment
  • Surface conditions
  • Inspection and testing criteria
  • The reporting of results
  • Application of a written instruction
  • Codes and standards
  • Product technology (welds, castings, wrought), in-service and secondary process defects

Course Objectives

An individual certified to Visual Testing Level 1 has demonstrated competence to carry out Visual  Testing according to written instructions and under the supervision of Level 2 or Level 3 personnel. Within the scope of the competence defined on the certificate, Level 1 personnel may be authorised by the employer to perform the following in accordance with Visual Testing instructions:

  • Set up Visual Testing equipment
  • Perform Visual Inspection tests
  • Record and classify results of the tests according to written criteria
  • Report the results of Visual tests

Visual Testing Level 1 certified personnel shall neither be responsible for the choice of test method or technique to be used, nor for the interpretation of the test results.

Identification

You must bring along some form of photographic ID. Please note this should be government issued e.g. Driver’s license or passport.

Fitness

If you have any special needs, please let us know as soon as possible.

Prerequisites

  • The candidate must be 18 years of age
  • Complete booking form
  • Meet PCN24/GEN requirements

Certification under the PCN scheme is awarded once a candidate has completed the required training, gained the necessary industry experience, and passed the relevant examinations. The minimum requirements are outlined in full in the PCN24/GEN document.

Candidates who are new to the PCN scheme and do not yet hold valid PCN certification or equivalent ISO 9712 certification will need to complete the BINDT online Product Technology course as part of the certification process. This should be completed prior to attending your course at C&D Access, and a certificate of completion will be required.

Candidates who already hold, or have previously held, valid PCN certification or equivalent ISO 9712 certification are exempt from this requirement.

​Level 1 – 16 training hours and 15 hours experience.

Please if you have any special condition that may affect your learning, let us know as soon as possible. Counselling and assessment special consideration are available for learners with special needs.

Duration: 3 days

Cost:

Training Course- £762

Exam Fee- £379

PCN Levy- £95

PED Fee- £50

Total: £1296+VAT

Visual Testing level 2

Designed to provide a full appreciation of the methods and practices of visual testing. This course is PCN recognised and provides excellent preparation for Visual Testing Level 2 examinations. It meets in full the training hour requirements as specified by the relevant PCN documentation.

Course Content

  • Definitions
  • Vision
  • Lighting
  • Environmental factors, direct and indirect methods of visual assessment
  • Visual inspection equipment
  • Surface conditions
  • Inspection and testing criteria
  • The reporting of results
  • Codes and standards
  • Preparation of a written instruction
  • Product technology (welds, castings, wrought), in-service and secondary process defects

Course Objectives

An individual certified to Visual Testing Level 2 has demonstrated competence to perform NDT according to NDT procedures. Within the scope of the competence defined on the certificate, Level 2 personnel may be authorised by the employer to:

  • Select the Visual Testing technique for the test method to be used
  • Define the limitations of application of the testing method
  • Translate Visual Testing codes, standards, specifications and procedures into Visual Testing instructions adapted to the actual working conditions
  • Set up and verify Visual Testing equipment settings
  • Perform and supervise Ultrasonic tests
  • Interpret and evaluate results according to applicable standards, codes, specifications or procedures
  • Prepare written Visual Testing instructions
  • Carry out and supervise all tasks at or below Level 2
  • Provide guidance for personnel at or below Level 2
  • Report the results of Visual tests.

Identification

You must bring along some form of photographic ID. Please note this should be government issued e.g. Driver’s license or passport.

Fitness

If you have any special needs, please let us know as soon as possible.

Prerequisites

  • The candidate must be 18 years of age
  • Complete booking form
  • Meet PCN24/GEN requirements

Certification under the PCN scheme is awarded once a candidate has completed the required training, gained the necessary industry experience, and passed the relevant examinations. The minimum requirements are outlined in full in the PCN24/GEN document.

Candidates who are new to the PCN scheme and do not yet hold valid PCN certification or equivalent ISO 9712 certification will need to complete the BINDT online Product Technology course as part of the certification process. This should be completed prior to attending your course at C&D Access, and a certificate of completion will be required.

Candidates who already hold, or have previously held, valid PCN certification or equivalent ISO 9712 certification are exempt from this requirement.

Level 1 – 24 training hours and 45 days experience (assuming the candidate holds a current Level 1 Certificate)

Level 2 – 40 training hours and 60 days experience (direct).

Please if you have any special condition that may affect your learning, let us know as soon as possible. Counselling and assessment special consideration are available for learners with special needs.

Duration: 4 days

Cost:

Training Course- £762

Exam Fee- £389

PCN Levy- £95

PED Fee- £50

Total: £1296+VAT

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