NDT207 — Radiographic Testing (RT) Level II
3 , 3 lecture periods 0 lab periods Introduces the principles used to effectively perform film interpretation. Includes determining film quality, analyzing the image, and reporting the results. Also includes an emphasis on the interpretation of discontinuities typically found in weldments. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of the types of radiation. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of how to set up and calibrate NDT equipment. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of radiographic testing applications in industry. Outline: Dark Room Facilities, Techniques, and Processing Facilities and equipment Film loading Protection of film in storage Processing of film Automatic film processing Film filling and storage Unsatisfactory radiographs Film density Indications, Discontinuities, and Defects Indications Discontinuities Defects Manufacturing Process and Associated Discontinuities Casting processes and associated discontinuities Wrought processes Welding process Radiographic Safety Principles Controlling personnel exposure Time, distance, shielding concepts As low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) concept Radiation detection equipment Exposure device operating characteristics Radiographic Viewing Film illuminator requirements Background lighting Multiple composite viewing IQI placement Personnel dark adaptation Film identification Location markers Film density measurements Film artifacts Application Techniques Multiple film techniques Enlargement and projection Geometric relationship Triang
Prerequisites: NDT107