ACCP

ASNT Central Certification Program(ACCP)

Revision 3 (November 1997)



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Foreword ............................................................................................................... 5

ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP) ................................................. 71.0 Scope............................................................................................................. 72.0 Definitions..................................................................................................... 73.0 Categories of Qualification ........................................................................... 8 4.0 Program Administration................................................................................ 85.0 Industrial Sectors (ISs).................................................................................. 96.0 Eligibility for Examination ........................................................................... 97.0 Qualification Examinations........................................................................... 98.0 Examination Results ................................................................................... 129.0 Certification................................................................................................. 12

10.0 Validity and Recertification ........................................................................ 1311.0 Documentation ............................................................................................ 14

Appendix A, Education, Training, and Experience QualificationRequirements for Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A................... 17

Appendix A1 (Alternate to Appendix A).......................................................... 19

Appendix B, Education, Training, and Experience QualificationRequirements for ANSI/ASNT CP-189................................................... 21

Appendix C, Education, Training, and Experience QualificationRequirements for MIL-STD-410............................................................. 23

Appendix D, Education, Training, and Experience QualificationRequirements for ISO-9712..................................................................... 25

Appendix E, Education, Training, and Experience QualificationRequirements for EN-473........................................................................ 27

Appendix F, Education, Training, and Experience QualificationRequirements for CAN-CGSB-48.9712.................................................. 29

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Contents

This document presents the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) CentralCertification Program (ACCP). Within the ACCP there are several certification options intended tosatisfy employer, employee, and industry needs.

The ACCP has been developed to improve NDT reliability and accuracy through enhancedperformance of personnel. The ACCP will provide customers and prospective employers with clearexpectations of NDT personnel competency and proficiency. Those individuals performing NDTwill obtain a transportable certification recognizing their occupational capabilities.


Foreword

1.0 ScopeThis document establishes the system for central certification of nondestructive testing (NDT)personnel administered and maintained by the American Society for Nondestructive Testing(ASNT). The purpose of the ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP) is to provideindependent, transportable NDT certification by examination to promote national andinternational acceptance of NDT certification and reduce multiple audits of certificationprograms.

2.0 Definitions2.1 ACCP certification: The process whereby ASNT certifies that an individual has met the

requirements of this document for ACCP Professional Level III, ACCP Level II, orACCP Level I.

2.2 ASNT NDT Level III: An individual who, having passed ASNT administered Basic andMethod(s) Examinations, holds a current, valid ASNT NDT Level III certificate in atleast one method.

2.3 Authorized examination center (AEC): A site with facilities and personnel, independentof the employer, approved by the ASNT Certification Management Council (CMC) toadminister NDT qualification examinations.

2.4 Authorized qualifying body (AQB): A competent organization, independent of theemployer, approved by the ASNT CMC to prepare and administer NDT qualificationexaminations.

2.5 Certificate: Written testimony of qualification.2.6 Certification Management Council (CMC): Formerly known as the Certification

Management Board (CMB), this is a council within ASNT that is responsible formanaging the ACCP.

2.7 Employer: The corporate, private, or public entity that employs personnel for wages orsalary.

2.8 Employer authorization: The process whereby an employer’s ACCP ProfessionalLevel III or ASNT NDT Level III reviews the certificates of ASNT central certificationfor the employer’s NDT personnel, determines if further examination (see job specificexaminations in 7.5) is required, and then, on behalf of the employer, authorizespersonnel to perform NDT for that employer.

2.9 Endorsement: Written testimony of a particular qualification.2.10 Guidance: Same as 2.19, Supervision.2.11 Industrial sector (IS): An industry, product-form or area of technology that possesses

common characteristics with respect to NDT considerations.2.12 Instruction: A description of the steps to be followed when performing an NDT

technique; developed in conformance with a procedure.2.13 Procedure: A written description that establishes minimum requirements for performing

an NDT method on any object, written in accordance with established standards, codes,or specifications.

2.14 Qualification: Demonstration or possession of education, skills, training, knowledge, andexperience required for personnel to properly perform NDT to a level as specified in thisdocument.

2.15 Recertification examination: An examination administered by the CMC expressly for thepurpose of recertification.


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2.16 Recertification: The process of extending one’s certification after the initial period ofvalidity, and maintaining certification for individual periods thereafter.

2.17 Renewal: Same as 2.16, Recertification.2.18 Specific procedure: Same as 2.12, Instruction.2.19 Supervision: The act of an ACCP Level II, ACCP Professional Level III, or ASNT NDT

Level III directing the application of NDT performed by other NDT personnel, whichincludes the control of actions involved in the preparation of the test, performance of thetest, and reporting of test results.

3.0 Categories of QualificationCategories of qualification are defined in terms of the skills and knowledge required in givenmethod(s) to perform specified NDT activity(ies).3.1 ACCP Professional Level III: An ACCP Professional Level III shall have the skills and

knowledge to establish techniques, to interpret codes, standards, and specifications, todesignate the particular technique to be used, and to prepare or approve procedures andinstructions. An ACCP Professional Level III shall also have general familiarity withother NDT methods. An ACCP Professional Level III shall be capable of conducting ordirecting the training and examination of NDT personnel in the methods for which theACCP Professional Level III is qualified. An ACCP Professional Level III shall haveknowledge of materials, fabrication, and product technology in order to establishtechniques and to assist in establishing acceptance criteria when none are otherwiseavailable.

3.2 ACCP Level II: An ACCP Level II shall have the skills and knowledge to set up andcalibrate equipment, to conduct tests, and to interpret, evaluate, and document results inaccordance with procedures approved by an ACCP Professional Level III or ASNT NDTLevel III. An ACCP Level II shall be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitationsof the method to which certified and should be capable of directing the work of traineesand Level I personnel. An ACCP Level II shall be able to organize and report NDTresults. An ACCP Level II shall be capable of developing an instruction in conformancewith a procedure.

3.3 ACCP Level I: An ACCP Level I shall have the skills and knowledge to properly performspecific calibrations, specific tests, and with prior written approval of an ACCPProfessional Level III or ASNT NDT Level III, perform specific interpretations andevaluations for acceptance or rejection and document the results in accordance withinstructions. An ACCP Level I shall receive the necessary guidance or supervision froman ACCP Level II or ACCP Professional Level III or ASNT NDT Level III.

3.4 Limited Certifications: This category of qualification is available, at the option of theCMC, for those cases where application(s) of NDT are such that qualification(s) otherthan those necessary for ACCP Professional Level III, ACCP Level II, or ACCP Level Iare demonstrated as sufficient and therefore appropriate for issue of a given LimitedCertification.

4.0 Program Administration4.1 The ASNT CMC shall oversee administration of certification activities that include all

procedures adopted to demonstrate the qualification of an individual to perform tasks inNDT and lead to certification.

4.2 ASNT Responsibilities:4.2.1 initiate, maintain and promote the ACCP as specified in this document;4.2.2 oversee procedures for, and operation of, the ACCP in accordance with this

document; and4.2.3 maintain ultimate responsibility for the ACCP.

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4.3. CMC.4.3.1 CMC members shall have:

4.3.1.1 at least 15 years of documented experience in NDT and shall have heldcontinuously for a minimum of the last five years a current, validACCP Professional Level III or ASNT NDT Level III certificate issuedby ASNT;

4.3.1.2 documented experience in managing or monitoring compliance to anNDT certification or qualification program; and

4.3.1.3 knowledge of other national certification programs and internationalcertification programs.

4.3.2 CMC Responsibilities:4.3.2.1 maintain the ACCP;4.3.2.2 develop procedures for the ACCP including establishment of ACCP

requirements for AQBs and AECs;4.3.2.3 determine, define and implement ISs within the ACCP; and4.3.2.4 approve AQBs and AECs.

4.4. Authorized Qualifying Bodies (AQBs)4.4.1 AQBs may perform those functions of the ACCP for which they have been

authorized by the CMC.4.4.2 AQBs may authorize AECs when permitted to do so by the CMC, only if the

CMC provides final approval of the AECs.4.5. Authorized Examination Centers (AECs)

4.5.1 AECs, when authorized by the CMC, may be established at the same site as thatof AQBs.

4.5.2 AECs may perform those functions of the ACCP for which they have beenauthorized by the CMC.

4.6. ASNT Headquarters’ (HQ) Responsibilities4.6.1 Implement all requirements related to ACCP activities as developed or approved

by the CMC.4.6.2 Administer procedures for, and operation of, the ACCP including administration

of ACCP requirements for AQBs and AECs.5.0 Industrial Sectors (ISs)

The CMC will establish mechanisms for industry and/or product-form and/or technologyrepresentatives to petition the CMC in order to identify prospective ISs by demonstratingviability, need, and support for such ISs. Once established, ASNT will offer IS examinationsdirectly or through AQBs or AECs.

6.0 Eligibility for Examination6.1 Candidates shall have a combination of education, training and experience in accordance

with Table 1, or as otherwise determined by the CMC, sufficient to ensure candidatesunderstand the principles and procedures of the applicable NDT method(s).

6.2 When applying for examination(s), the candidate shall document the validity of thepersonal information provided including education, training, and experience needed toestablish eligibility, as applicable.

6.3 Candidates with a current, valid ASNT NDT Level III certificate in a method shall beconsidered to have met all prerequisites, except vision, in that method and to havepassed the Basic Examination and the Method Examination.

7.0 Qualification Examinations7.1 ACCP Professional Level III

7.1.1 Basic Examination: This written examination consists of a minimum of95 questions that assess the candidate’s knowledge of:



7.1.1.1 other NDT methods as required for ACCP Level II personnel;7.1.1.2 materials, fabrication, and product technology; and7.1.1.3 qualification and certification according to the ACCP, SNT-TC-1A, and

ANSI/ASNT CP-189, latest edition.7.1.2 Method Examination: This written examination consists of a minimum of

90 questions that assess the candidate’s knowledge and application offundamentals, principles, and techniques for that method in which certification issought. The Method Examination may include a portion that examines thecandidate’s ability to comprehend a specification and apply its requirements.

7.1.3 Procedure Preparation Examination: This written examination requires acandidate to demonstrate the ability to prepare a satisfactory test procedure inthat method for which certification is sought.

7.1.4 Practical Examination: Al l ACCP Professional Level III candidates shall berequired to pass an ACCP Level II Hands-on Practical Examination inaccordance with the requirements in 7.2.2 of this document. ACCP ProfessionalLevel III candidates with a valid ACCP Level II certificate are not required to bereexamined for those ACCP Level II Hands-on Practical Examinations in whichcurrent endorsements are held.

7.2 ACCP Level II7.2.1 General Examination: This written examination shall consist of a minimum of

60 questions that assess the candidate’s knowledge of fundamentals andprinciples for that method in which certification is sought. This examinationshall include a portion that examines the candidate’s ability to comprehend aprocedure and requires the candidate to demonstrate the ability to prepareinstructions for NDT personnel with respect to a given procedure and techniqueparameters.

7.2.2 Practical Hands-on Examination: This examination assesses the candidate’sability to perform NDT in that method for which certification is sought,including the capability to interpret and evaluate test results. A candidate shallcomplete a Hands-on Practical Examination as described in 7.2.2.1 or 7.2.2.2.7.2.2.1 General Hands-on Practical Examination: This examination requires

the candidate to perform NDT using different types of equipment andmaterials in the specified method on a number of different product-forms, some of which contain discontinuities. This examination mayrequire the candidate to perform more than one technique and isintended to qualify the candidate’s ability to perform NDT over a rangeof applications.

7.2.2.2 Specific Hands-on Practical Examination: This examination is requiredby an IS, and is similar to 7.2.2.1, except that it is intended to qualifythe candidate’s ability to perform NDT over a limited range ofspecialized applications.

7.2.3 Specific Written Examination: This written examination is required by an IS inconjunction with either a General Hands-on Practical Examination or a SpecificHands-on Practical Examination. This examination assesses a candidate’sspecific knowledge of practices and techniques unique to the IS, includingapplicable procedures, codes, standards, specifications, test equipment andmaterials.

7.3 ACCP Level I7.3.1 General Examination: This written examination shall consist of a minimum of

40 questions that assess the candidate’s knowledge of fundamentals and



principles for that method in which certification is sought. This examinationshall include a portion that examines the candidate’s ability to comprehend aninstruction.

7.3.2 Practical Hands-on Examination: This examination assesses the candidate’sability to perform NDT in that method for which certification is sought. Acandidate shall complete a Hands-on Practical Examination as described in7.3.2.1 or 7.3.2.2.7.3.2.1 General Hands-on Practical Examination: This examination requires

the candidate to perform NDT using different types of equipment andmaterials in the specified method on a number of different product-forms, some of which contain discontinuities. This examination mayrequire the candidate to perform more than one technique and isintended to qualify the candidate’s ability to perform NDT over a rangeof applications.

7.3.2.2 Specific Hands-on Practical Examination: This examination is requiredby an IS, and is similar to 7.3.2.1, except that it is intended to qualifythe candidate’s ability to perform NDT over a limited range ofspecialized applications.

7.3.3 Specific Written Examination: This written examination is required by an IS inconjunction with either a General Hands-on Practical Examination or a SpecificHands-on Practical Examination. This examination assesses a candidate’sspecific knowledge of practices and techniques unique to the IS, includingapplicable procedures, codes, standards, specifications, test equipment andmaterials.

7.4 Limited Certification(s) Examination(s): These examinations assess a candidate’sspecific knowledge and skills in practices and techniques necessary for the particularclassification of limited certification sought.

7.5 Qualification examinations shall conform with psychometric practices and approvedCMC operating procedures.

7.6 Job specific examinations may be required by employers, customers or other bodies.Examinations for specialized NDT techniques or unique product forms are theresponsibility of the employer and are outside the scope of this document.

7.7 ACCP certified individuals wishing to extend a method certification to another IS neednot take the initial Basic Examination, Method Examination, or General Examination butshall complete those examinations required by the IS or employer in order to obtain theextended certification.

7.8 Grading7.8.1 Qualification examinations for the purpose of initial certification and

recertification shall be graded in accordance with approved CMC operatingprocedures.

7.8.2 The Level III Basic Examination, when passed first, remains valid, providing thatthe first Method Examination is passed within five years after passing the BasicExamination.

7.8.3 The Level III Basic Examination, once passed, need not be repeated thereafter,provided a current, valid ACCP Professional Level III certificate is maintained inaccordance with the requirements of this document.

7.9 Reexamination7.9.1 Candidates who fail to obtain a passing grade for any one or more examinations

within the complete series required for ACCP certification need not reapply as a



new candidate providing application for, and receipt of, reexamination occurswithin 12 months of the failed examination.

7.9.2 A candidate for any reexamination shall apply for and take the examination inaccordance with a procedure established by the CMC.

7.9.3 Candidates failing examination(s) for behavior not in accordance with theapplicable code of ethics must have approval from the CMC EthicsSubcommittee in order to apply for any examination.

7.10 Vision Requirements: The candidate shall provide documented evidence of satisfactoryvision in accordance with the following requirements before receiving ACCPcertification or recertification:7.10.1 near-distance vision: The candidate shall have natural or corrected near-distance

acuity in at least one eye capable of reading the Jaeger Number 1 test chart orequivalent at a distance of not less than 30 cm (12 in.). Near-distance visionexaminations shall be administered annually by a physician, licensed nurse,ophthalmologist or optometrist, or by personnel approved by the employer’sLevel III;

7.10.2 color vision: The candidate shall be able to differentiate among the colors usedin the NDT method(s) for which certification by examination is sought. Colorvision examinations shall be administered at each certification and recertificationperiod by a physician, licensed nurse, ophthalmologist or optometrist, or bypersonnel approved by the employer’s Level III;

7.10.3 other vision: The employer is responsible for determining when visionrequirements in addition to near-distance vision and color vision are required.Other vision examinations shall be administered by a physician, licensed nurse,ophthalmologist or optometrist, or by personnel approved by the employer’sLevel III; and

7.10.4 vision documentation: Following initial certification, the documented near-distance, color vision, and other vision examinations as appropriate, shall beadministered as required above, and records thereof retained by the employer.

8.0 Examination Results8.1 Candidates, having passed all required examinations for ACCP certification, shall be

issued certification documents as described in 9.0,Certification.8.2 Employers may use ASNT as an examination service other than for the purpose of

seeking ASNT central certification. When an employer selects qualificationexaminations other than those specified in this document as leading to ACCPcertification, then ASNT will issue examination results by letter and not by certificate.This letter of ASNT examination results shall be valid only for the purpose of being usedin another documented certification program.

9.0 Certification9.1 Administration: Based on the results of the qualification examinations, the CMC has the

option to issue ACCP certificates. ACCP certificates shall be in two forms, standardwall-mounted and wallet-sized.

9.2 Wall-mounted certificates shall contain:9.2.1 ASNT name, logo, and embossed seal;9.2.2 name of individual certified;9.2.3 certification date;9.2.4 certification expiration date;9.2.5 endorsements for NDT method(s) and level(s) of certification;9.2.6 endorsements for ISs;9.2.7 unique identification number; and



9.2.8 signature of ASNT official(s).9.3 ACCP certification attests to an individual having satisfied the requirements of this

document; however, ASNT does not give authority or license to that individual toperform NDT. The employer should, through a Level III, review the individual’squalification records for satisfactory completeness and retain copies thereof, prior toauthorizing the individual to perform NDT. The employer shall be solely responsible forauthorizing employees to perform NDT. If the individual is self-employed, then theindividual shall assume all employer responsibilities described herein.

10.0 Validity and Recertification10.1 Certification shall be valid:

10.1.1 for a period not to exceed five years, at which point recertification is required inorder to maintain certification; and

10.1.2 when an individual performs work in an IS only if all examination(s) requiredfor that work have been successfully completed and endorsement issuedaccordingly.

10.2 Certification shall be invalid if the:10.2.1 CMC finds after reviewing evidence that the individual has violated the

applicable code of ethics, and10.2.2 individual does not satisfy the annual near-distance vision examination

requirement in 7.9.1. Failure to comply with this vision requirement may causerevocation of ACCP certification.

10.3 Employer authorization (see 2.8) shall expire when employment is terminated.10.4 Recertification

10.4.1 Recertification is required in order to:10.4.1.1 extend certification after the specified period of validity; and10.4.1.2 maintain certification after a significant interruption of continued

satisfactory work activity in that NDT method or IS for whichcertification is held.NOTE: A significant interruption of continued satisfactory workactivity occurs when the period of interruption is:a. greater than the sum of an individual’s NDT experience at all levels

of qualification in the method, orb. less than the sum of an individual’s NDT experience at all levels of

qualification, but greater than 12 of the last 24 months, orc. less than the sum of an individual’s NDT experience at all levels of

qualification, but greater than 36 of the last 60 months.10.4.2 Recertification requires the candidate to:

10.4.2.1 submit a completed application in accordance with approved CMCoperating procedures;

10.4.2.2 provide evidence of satisfactory vision results in accordance with 7.9of this document;

10.4.2.3 provide evidence of continued satisfactory work activity in accordancewith this document;

10.4.2.4 provide evidence of continued education or training activities related toNDT; and

10.4.2.5 satisfactorily complete applicable recertification examination(s), atleast every other recertification period.

10.4.3 When a candidate for recertification cannot meet the requirements forrecertification, that candidate shall be required to satisfy the requirements forinitial certification.



11.0 Documentation11.1 The CMC shall maintain and publish, at least annually, a list of all certified individuals

including the level of certification, NDT methods for which certification is held, and ISsin which certification is held.

11.2 A file shall be maintained for each individual certified, for each applicant who has notobtained certification, and for each individual who has had certification revoked,suspended, or terminated containing:11.2.1 completed application forms;11.2.2 examination documents including, but not limited to, answer sheets,

identification of specimens, and results of examinations;11.2.3 recertification documents including evidence of satisfactory vision results and

continuous work activity; and11.2.4 reasons for any withdrawal or suspension of certification and details of any other

penalties.11.3 All individual files shall be kept under suitable conditions and for a duration in

accordance with approved CMC operating procedures.



Table 1: Minimum Duration of Education, Training, and Experience QualificationRequirements for Applicable Certification

* User(s) may have additional requirements other than those within these documents, or exemptedparticular requirements within these documents.

** An alternate appendix to Appendix A is Appendix A1 as a result of Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A,1996 Edition.NOTE: Other qualification programs may be considered for addition as an appendix within the ACCP,including other international sources of qualification programs. Written inquiries should be addressed to:

Certification Management Council Chairmanc/o ASNT Technical Services Manager1711 Arlingate LanePO Box 28518Columbus, OH 43228-0518

User of Qualification Requirements Qualification Requirements* Appendix

ASME Section I SNT-TC-1A A**

ASME Section III SNT-TC-1A A**

ASME Section VIII SNT-TC-1A A**

ASME Section XI(1992 Edition and before)

SNT-TC-1A A**

ASME Section XI(1992 Addenda and later)

ANSI/ASNT CP-189 B

US DOD MIL-STD-410 C

ANSI/AWS D1.1 SNT-TC-1A A**

International Sources ISO-9712 D

EN-473 E

CAN-CGSB-48.9712 F

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EMPLOYER

Responsibility

Table 2: Overview of ASNT Level III Central Certification Program

Basic Examination and Method Examination*

Procedure Preparation Examination

ACCP General Track (Option 1)

General Hands-onPractical Examination**

ACCP Specific Track (Option 2)

Specific Hands-on Practical Examination**

Specific Written Examination**ISOption

ASNT

Responsibility

ACCP Certification

Employer’sLevel III***Employer’s Option

Employer Job Specific Examinations

Employer Authorized ACCP Level III *Refer to 6.3 **Refer to 7.1.4*** Refer to 9.3

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Table 3: Overview of ASNT Level II and Level I Central Certification Program

General Examination

ACCP General Track (Option 1) ACCP Specific Track (Option 2)

Specific Hands-on Practical Examination

Specific Written ExaminationISOption

ASNT

Responsibility

ACCP Certification

Employer’sLevel III***Employer’s Option

Employer Job Specific Examinations

*** Refer to 9.3

General Hands-onPractical Examination

Employer Authorized ACCP Level II or ACCP Level I

AE = Acoustic emission testingET = Electromagnetic testingIR = Infrared/Thermal testingLT = Leak testing

BT = Bubble testingPC = Pressure change testingHD = Halogen diode leak testingMS = Mass spectrometer leak testing

MT = Magnetic particle testingNR = Neutron radiographic testingPT = Liquid penetrant testingRT = Radiographic testingUT = Ultrasonic testingVA = Vibration analysisVT = Visual testing


Appendix AEducation, Training, and Experience Qualification Requirements for

Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A

Required Training (Hours)

ExaminationMethod Level Technique

High SchoolGraduate orEquivalent

Completion With aPassing Grade of at

Least 2 Years ofEngineering or

Science Study in aUniversity, College or

Technical School

MinimumRequired

Experience(Months)

AE III

4040

3240

39

ET III

4040

2440

39

IR III

4040

3635

318

LT III

BTBT

24

22

*0.5

III

PCPC

2416

1612

1.54

III

HDHD

128

86

1.54

III

MSMS

4024

2816

46

MT III

128

84

13

NR III

2840

2040

624

PT III

48

44

12

RT III

3940

2935

39

UT III

4040

3040

39

VA III

2480

2456

624

VT III

816

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Table 1: Level I and Level II

* 2 hours.

NOTES1. For Level II certification, the experience shall consist of time at Level I or equivalent. If a person is being

qualified directly to Level II with no time at Level I, the required experience shall consist of the sum of the timesrequired for Level I and Level II and the required training shall consist of the sum of the hours required for Level Iand Level II.

2. Initial experience may be gained simultaneously in two or more methods if the candidate spends a minimum of25% of work time on each method for which certification is sought, and the remainder of the work time claimed asexperience is spent in NDT-related activities.

Appendix A


Applicant’s EducationMinimum Number of Months ExperienceRequired in NDT in an Assignment Comparable toThat of Level II in the Applicable NDT Method(s)

1. Graduated from a minimum four-year college oruniversity curriculum with a degree inengineering or science.

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2. Completed with passing grades at least twoyears engineering or science study at auniversity, college, or technical school.

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3. Neither of education items 1 or 2, above. 48

NOTES1. Credit for experience may be gained simultaneously in two or more NDT methods. For each NDT method

in which certification is sought, an applicant shall have spent at least 25% of each month of experienceclaimed, in an assignment comparable to that of a Level II in the applicable NDT method(s).

2. Comparable experience shall include at least four functions; calibrating, performing, evaluating, andreporting NDT at least 25% of the time in two or more methods. The remainder of the claimed experience(no more than 50%) shall be spent in NDT-related activities. If only one NDT method is applied for, thendirect performance of that NDT method shall have been 50% of the required time and the remainder shallhave been NDT-related.

3. NDT-related activities are:a. preparing for NDT;b. consulting on NDT;c. developing NDT reports;d. reviewing NDT reports or data;e. writing NDT procedures, instructions, specifications, or standards;f. supervising NDT activities;g. post-NDT cleanup;h. communicating NDT instructions;i. surveying or monitoring NDT activities;j. training NDT subjects; and/ork. maintaining NDT records.

Table 2: Level III


Appendix A1 (Alternate to Appendix A)Education, Training, and Experience Qualification Requirements for

Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A

Required Training (Hours)

Method Level Technique

High SchoolGraduate orEquivalent

Completion Witha Passing Grade

of at Least 2 Yearsof Engineering orScience Study in

a University,College, or

Technical School

MinimumRequired

WorkExperience in

Method(Hours)

PermittedTime Frame

(to obtainrequired workexperience in

method)(Months)

AE III

4040

3240

210630

1.5 - 94.5 - 27

ET III

4040

2440

210630

1.5 - 94.5 - 27

IR III

4040

3635

2101260

1.5 - 99 - 54

LT III

BTBT

24

22

335

*0.25 - 1.5

LT III

PCPC

2416

1612

105280

0.75 - 4.52 - 12

LT III

HDHD

128

86

105280

0.75 - 4.52 - 12

LT III

MSMS

4024

2816

280420

2 - 123 - 18

MT III

128

84

70210

0.5 - 31.5 - 9

NR III

2840

2040

4201680

3 - 1812 - 72

PT III

48

44

70140

0.5 - 31 - 6

RT III

3940

2935

210630

1.5 - 94.5 - 27

UT III

4040

3040

210630

1.5 - 94.5 - 27

VA III

2480

2456

4201680

3 - 1812 - 72

VT III

816

48

70140

0.5 - 31 - 6


AE = Acoustic emission testingET = Electromagnetic testingIR = Infrared/Thermal testingLT = Leak testing


MT = Magnetic particle testingNR = Neutron radiographic testingPT = Liquid penetrant testingRT = Radiographic testingUT = Ultrasonic testingVA = Vibration analysisVT = Visual testing

* 0.5 day - 3 days.


Appendix A1



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Table 2: Level III


Appendix BEducation, Training, and Experience Qualification Requirements for

ANSI/ASNT CP-189

Required Experience

Method Level TechniqueRequired

Training (Hours)Minimum Hours

in MethodTotal Hours in

NDT

AE III

4040

200600

4001200

ET III

1240

65600

1301200

LT III

BTBT

42

7.540

1580

LT III

PCPC

2416

100265

200530

LT III

HDHD

128

100265

200530

LT III

MSMS

4024

265400

530800

MT III

128

65200

130400

NR III

2840

4001200

8002400

PT III

88

65135

130270

RT III

4040

200600

4001200

UT III

4040

200600

4001200

VT III

812

65130

130270


AE = Acoustic emission testingET = Electromagnetic testingLT = Leak testing


MT = Magnetic particle testingNR = Neutron radiographic testingPT = Liquid penetrant testingRT = Radiographic testingUT = Ultrasonic testingVT = Visual testing

NOTES1. Experience shall be based on the actual hours worked in the specific method.2. A person may be qualified directly to Level II with no time as a certified Level I, providing the required training

and experience consists of the sum of the hours required for Level I and Level II.3. The required minimum experience shall be documented by method and by hour with supervisor or Level III

approval.4. While fulfilling total NDT experience requirement, experience may be gained in more that one (1) method.

Minimum experience hours must be met for each method.

Appendix B




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Table 2: Level III



1. Technical Bachelor’s Degree. 12

2. Technical Associate’s Degree. 24


Table 2: Level III

Appendix CEducation, Training, and Experience Qualification Requirements for

MIL-STD-410

Required Training* Required Experience

Method Level (Hours) (Hours)

AE III**II***

404080

40012001600

ET III**II***

124052

13012001330

MT III**II***

128

20

130400530

NR III**II***

284068

80024003200

PT III**II***

88

16

130270400

RT III**II***

404080

40012001600

UT III**II***

404080

40012001600


AE = Acoustic emission testingET = Electromagnetic testingMT = Magnetic particle testingNR = Neutron radiographic testing

PT = Liquid penetrant testingRT = Radiographic testingUT = Ultrasonic testing

* User(s) may require refresher training in addition to the minimum required training stated.** With prior Level I certification.*** With no prior Level I certification.

NOTE: In all cases at least half of the required experience shall be in the testing method for which certification issought and the remaining portion of experience shall be in other NDT methods.


Appendix DEducation, Training, and Experience Qualification Requirements for

ISO-9712

Method LevelRequired Training

(Hours)Required Experience

(Months)

ET III

4040

39

MT III

1624

13

PT III

1624

13

RT III

4080

39

UT III

4080

39


ET = Electromagnetic testingMT = Magnetic particle testingPT = Liquid penetrant testing

RT = Radiographic testingUT = Ultrasonic testing

NOTES1. Training hours include both practical and theory courses.2. Direct access to Level II implies the total hours for Level I and Level II.3. Work experience in months is based on a nominal 40 hours/week (175 hours/month) or the legal week of work.

An individual working in excess of 40 hours per week, may be credited with experience based on the total hours,but shall be required to produce documentary evidence of this experience.

4. For Level II certification, the intent is that work experience consists of NDT work time as a Level I. If theindividual is being qualified directly to Level II, with no time at Level I, the experience shall consist of the sum ofthe times required for Level I and Level II.

5. Credit for work experience may be gained simultaneously in two or more NDT methods, with the reduction of totalrequired experience as follows:a. two testing methods - reduction of total required time by 25%;b. three testing methods - reduction of total required time by 33%; orc. four or more testing methods - reduction of total required time by 50%.In all cases where a reduction in work experience time is sought, the candidate shall be required to show at leasthalf of the time required, for each of the testing methods in which certification is sought.


Appendix D

Applicant’s EducationMinimum Number ofMonths Experience

Access to Level III by a certified Level II.

1. Graduated from a minimum three-year college oruniversity curriculum with a degree inengineering or science.

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2. Completed with passing grades at least two yearsengineering or science study at a university,college, or technical school.

24**


Direct access to Level III by a non-certified individual with experienceequivalent to Level II in the applicable NDT method(s).*

A. Graduated from a minimum three-year college oruniversity curriculum with a degree inengineering or science.

24**

B. Completed with passing grades at least two yearsengineering or science study at a university,college, or technical school.

48**

C. Neither of education items A or B, above. 72

* Experience is required in an assignment comparable to that of Level II in theapplicable NDT method(s).

**If the college or university degree is issued in nondestructive testing, thisexperience requirement for Level III qualification may be reduced by 50%.

Table 2: Level III


Appendix EEducation, Training, and Experience Qualification Requirements for

EN-473



(Months)

ET III

4040

39

MT III

1624

13

PT III

1624

13

RT III

4080

39

UT III

4080

39

VT III

1624

39

III

816

BasicKnowledge

39

Total LT Experience

LT*III

1428

PressureTechnique

26

Portion of Total forPressure Technique

III

1836

Tracer GasTechnique

26

Portion of Total forTracer Gas Technique


ET = Electromagnetic testingLT = Leak testingMT = Magnetic particle testingPT = Liquid penetrant testing

RT = Radiographic testingUT = Ultrasonic testingVT = Visual testing

* The applicant shall satisfy the requirements for the Basic Knowledge in addition to either Pressure Technique orTracer Gas Technique or both.

NOTES1. Training hours include both practical and theory courses.2. Direct access to Level II implies the total hours for Level I and Level II.3. Work experience in months is based on a nominal 40 hours/week (175 hours/month) or the legal week of work.



5. Credit for work experience may be gained simultaneously in two or more NDT methods, with the reduction of totalrequired experience as follows:a. two testing methods - reduction of total required time by 25%;b. three testing methods - reduction of total required time by 33%; orc. four or more testing methods - reduction of total required time by 50%.In all cases where a reduction in work experience time is sought, the candidate shall be required to show at leasthalf of the time required, for each of the testing methods in which certification is sought.


Appendix E




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24**




24**

B. Completed with passing grades at least twoyears engineering or science study at auniversity, college, or technical school.

48**




Table 2: Level III

NOTE: Credit for work experience may be gained simultaneously in two or more NDT methods, with the reduction oftotal required experience as follows:1. two testing methods - reduction of total required time by 25%;2. three testing methods - reduction of total required time by 33%; or3. four or more testing methods - reduction of total time by 50%.In all cases where a reduction in work experience time is sought, the candidate shall be required to show at least half ofthe time required, for each of the testing methods in which certification is sought.


Appendix FEducation, Training, and Experience Qualification Requirements for

CAN-CGSB-48.9712



(Months)

ET III

4040

39

MT III

1624

13

PT III

1624

13

RT III

4080

39

UT III

4080

39


ET = Electromagnetic testingMT = Magnetic particle testingPT = Liquid penetrant testing

RT = Radiographic testingUT = Ultrasonic testing

NOTES1. Training hours shall include both practical and theoretical training and cover topics specified in the Training

Course Guidelines within CAN/CGSB-48.9712.2. Direct access to Level II requires the total hours for Level I and Level II.3. Work experience in months is based on a nominal 40 hours/week (175 hours/month) or the legal week of work.



5. Credit for work experience may be gained simultaneously in two or more NDT methods, with the reduction of totalrequired experience as follows:a. two testing methods - reduction of work time for each method by 25%;b. three testing methods - reduction of work time for each method by 33%; orc. four or more testing methods - reduction of work time for each method by 50%.Candidates with current certification in other NDT methods shall also receive credit for reduction in work timeaccording to this criteria when applying for certification in another method.In all cases where a reduction in work experience time is sought, the candidate shall be required to show at leasthalf of the time required, for each of the testing methods in which certification is sought.


Appendix F




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24**




24**

B. Completed with passing grades at least twoyears engineering or science study at auniversity, college, or technical school.

48**




Table 2: Level III

ACCP

Documents

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