EWLD 110 - Introduction to Nondestructive Testing

Credit(s): 3

This course is an introduction to nondestructive weld inspection, theory and practices. All six processes will be introduced: liquid penetrate, magnetic particle, eddy current, ultrasonic, and radiographic, with visual inspection and AWS, ASME, and ASNT codes and standards being emphasized. (All Semesters)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Demonstrate safe practices for welding inspectors.
Identify metal joining and cutting processes.
Identify weld joint geometry and welding symbols.
Demonstrate knowledge of documents governing welding inspection and qualification.
Understand Metric conversions for welding inspectors.
Demonstrate knowledge of welding metallurgy for welding inspectors.
Understand weld and base metal discontinuities and defects.
Demonstrate visual inspection and other NDT methods and symbols.