Aviation: Nondestructive Testing Certification

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

A. Description: Nondestructive testing (NDT) is the process of inspecting, testing, or evaluating materials, components or assemblies for discontinuities, or differences in characteristics without destroying the serviceability of the part or system. In other words, when the inspection or test is completed, the part can still be used. NDT is heavily utilized throughout the aviation industry and in most aircraft maintenance facilities due to its nondestructive nature, and because discontinuities and differences in material characteristics are more effectively found by NDT.

Students participating in this program will fulfill the academic requirements for Level II certification in the six inspection methods that are most widely used throughout the aviation and aerospace industry; Electromagnetic Testing (ET), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), and Visual Testing (VT).

Restricted Enrollment Program: Students cannot self-enroll in NDT courses due to the high demand for this program. See the Aviation Program Assistant or Coordinator for more information.

Competencies: Upon successful completion of the program, the learner will be able to:

1. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of Visual Testing (VT)


2. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)


3. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)


4. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of Electromagnetic Testing (ET)


5. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of Ultrasonic Testing (UT)


6. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of Radiographic Testing (RT)

B. Total cost: In-state $6,716.00; out-of-state $18182.00

C. List of books: Each course has a required textbook indicated in the course syllabus. Cost is approximately $40 per course ($240). For information contact the Aviation Program Assistant: 520-206-5910

D. List of supplies required: N/A

E. WIOA contact: Sharon Macias; smacias3@pima.edu; 520-724-7653

F. Website link: https://www.pima.edu/academics-programs/degrees-certificates/industry-manuf-construction/aviation/ndt-cert/index.html

G. Additional information:
Background check required: N/A
Other requirements needed: Attend the mandatory information session. https://pima.edu/academics-programs/degrees-certificates/industry-manuf-construction/aviation/aviation-tech-aas/orientation.html

H. Refund policy: https://pima.edu/paying-for-college/paying-your-bill/refunds.html

I. Credentials:
Industry-recognized: Yes; provided through an employer-based certification process or the American Society for Nondestructive Testing. The hours needed to satisfy on-the-job training for each competency module is variable.
Stackable: Yes, with the NDT PT Level II Certificate.
Portable: Yes; may require re-certification through an employer-based nondestructive testing program.
Accredited Curriculum: No

J. Credential Attainment Rate: This is a new program. In 12 months, we will document how many people participated in the program. In 24 months, we will document how many people completed the program and how many people earned certifications.

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