Types of NDT used in Welding
Radiographic Testing (RT)
Principle of X-rays and Gamma rays
Film vs Digital Radiography
Image Interpretation & Defect Types
Safety Precautions
Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
Basic Principles of Sound Waves
Pulse-Echo & Through-Transmission Methods
Calibration & Reference Blocks
Applications in Weld Inspection
Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
Magnetization Techniques
Types of Magnetic Particles
Surface & Subsurface Defect Detection
Limitations of MT
Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)
Penetrant Types (Visible & Fluorescent)
Steps: Cleaning, Application, Development
Common Indications & Defects
Advantages & Limitations
Visual Testing (VT)
Direct vs Remote Visual Inspection
Tools: Boroscopes, Magnifiers, Cameras
Surface Condition & Weld Profile Checks
Acceptance Criteria
Leak Testing (LT)
Bubble Test & Pressure Decay
Tracer Gas Methods (Helium, Hydrogen)
Vacuum Box Testing
Applications in Pipelines & Tanks
Infrared Thermography (IRT)
Principle of Heat Radiation
Thermal Imaging Cameras
Detection of Subsurface Defects
Applications in Electrical Systems
Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT)
Principle of Phased Array Technology
Beam Steering & Focusing
Advantages over Conventional UT
Applications in Weld & Component Inspection
Positive Material Identification (PMI)
Principle of XRF & OES Techniques
On-site Alloy Verification
Detection of Material Mix-ups
Applications in Petrochemical & Power Plants
Ultrasonic Thickness Testing (UTT)
Principle of Pulse-Echo Measurement
Calibration with Standard Blocks
Corrosion & Erosion Monitoring
Applications in Pipelines & Storage Tanks
Helium Leak Test
Principle of Tracer Gas Detection
Mass Spectrometer Leak Detectors
Vacuum and Sniffer Methods
Applications in High-Pressure Systems
Hydro Test
Principle of Pressure Testing with Water
Test Pressure and Holding Time
Safety Considerations
Applications in Pipelines, Boilers & Vessels