ASNT NDT12 chapters
ASNT NDT Level III Basic
The foundation exam for all ASNT Level III certifications: materials science, weld discontinuities, radiation safety, and overview of all NDT methods.
NDT
Non-destructive testing methods and ASNT qualification levels.
ASNT NDT12 chapters
ASNT Level I Ultrasonic Testing
Fundamentals of UT for Level I technicians: basic principles, transducer types, calibration blocks, and discontinuity detection in welds and base material.
ASNT NDT10 chapters
ASNT Level II Ultrasonic Testing
Advanced UT theory and application: contact and immersion techniques, weld inspection procedures, sizing methods, and code interpretation.
ASNT NDT10 chapters
ASNT Level III Ultrasonic Testing
Expert-level UT covering advanced techniques (TOFD, phased array principles), procedure writing, personnel qualification, and code authority.
ASNT NDT10 chapters
ASNT Level I Magnetic Particle Testing
MT fundamentals: magnetic field principles, magnetization techniques, dry and wet particle application, and surface discontinuity detection.
ASNT NDT10 chapters
ASNT Level II Magnetic Particle Testing
Comprehensive MT: circular and longitudinal magnetization, demagnetization, complex geometry applications, and quantitative field measurement.
ASNT NDT10 chapters
ASNT Level III Magnetic Particle Testing
MT authority level: procedure development, equipment qualification, personnel oversight, and code/standard interpretation for ferromagnetic materials.
ASNT NDT10 chapters
ASNT Level I Liquid Penetrant Testing
PT fundamentals: penetrant families, dwell times, developer types, lighting requirements, and surface discontinuity detection on non-porous materials.
ASNT NDT10 chapters
ASNT Level II Liquid Penetrant Testing
Advanced PT: penetrant sensitivity levels, system performance checks, ASTM E165 requirements, water-washable vs post-emulsifiable systems.
ASNT NDT10 chapters
ASNT Level III Liquid Penetrant Testing
PT authority: procedure development, sensitivity qualification, applicability determination, and integration with quality systems.
ASNT NDT4 chapters
ASNT Level I Visual Testing
VT fundamentals: direct and remote visual examination, optical aids, lighting standards, and surface condition assessment.
ASNT NDT5 chapters
ASNT Level II Visual Testing
Advanced VT: ASME Sec. V / AWS acceptance standards, remote visual inspection (RVI), endoscopy, and dimensional measurement techniques.
ASNT NDT10 chapters
ASNT Level III Visual Testing
VT authority covering procedure writing, system qualification, and advanced remote visual applications across multiple industry codes.
Structural / Special Inspection
Inspection disciplines for structural systems, materials, and special inspection programs.
ICC6 chapters
ICC General Requirements
IBC Chapter 17 framework: special inspection programs, statement of special inspections, duties of the special inspector, and IEBC applicability.
ICC10 chapters
ICC S1 High-Strength Bolting
Bolt types, installation methods (snug-tight, pretensioned, slip-critical), inspection duties, AISC 360 requirements, and ASTM F3125 standards.
ICC10 chapters
ICC S2 Structural Welding
Special inspection of structural steel welds: AWS D1.1 inspection duties, WPS review, welder qualification verification, and weld acceptance.
ICC10 chapters
ICC Reinforced Concrete
Special inspection of reinforced concrete: reinforcing placement, mix design review, cover requirements, and ACI 318 compliance.
ICC10 chapters
ICC Prestressed Concrete
Prestressed and precast concrete special inspection: strand placement, stressing records, grout inspection, and PCI standards.
ICC10 chapters
ICC Structural Masonry
Special inspection of masonry: TMS 402/602 requirements, mortar and grout sampling, reinforcing placement, and prism testing.
ICC10 chapters
ICC Mass Timber
Technical study reference for tall mass timber inspection: Type IV-A/B/C construction, CLT, glulam, NLT, MPP, connections, moisture, fire protection, drawings, and documentation.
ICC10 chapters
ICC SFRM Fireproofing
Spray-applied fire-resistant material inspection: thickness measurement, adhesion testing, density compliance, and IBC Chapter 17 duties.
ICC10 chapters
ICC W1 Structural Wood
Wood framing special inspection: grade stamps, moisture content, fastener patterns, shear wall compliance, and IBC Chapter 23.
IFC6 chapters
IFC Firestopping Inspector
Through-penetration firestop inspection: UL system selection, ASTM E814 testing basis, installation verification, and IBC Section 714.
Welding / CWI
Structural welding inspection and AWS CWI exam reference material.
ICC10 chapters
ICC S2 Structural Welding
Special inspection of structural steel welds: AWS D1.1 inspection duties, WPS review, welder qualification verification, and weld acceptance.
AWS10 chapters
AWS CWI Part A
Foundational welding knowledge for the CWI exam: processes, metallurgy, joint design, symbols, discontinuities, and NDT methods.
AWS10 chapters
AWS CWI Part C (D1.1)
Open-book code application exam using AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code: acceptance criteria, qualification requirements, and inspection procedures.
Concrete / CMT
Concrete inspection, field testing, precast, and prestressed concrete references.
ICC10 chapters
ICC Reinforced Concrete
Special inspection of reinforced concrete: reinforcing placement, mix design review, cover requirements, and ACI 318 compliance.
ICC10 chapters
ICC Prestressed Concrete
Prestressed and precast concrete special inspection: strand placement, stressing records, grout inspection, and PCI standards.
ACI8 chapters
ACI Grade I Field Testing Technician
Concrete sampling and field testing: slump, air content, unit weight, temperature, cylinder making, and ASTM testing standards.
Fire protection / fireproofing / firestop
References for fire-resistive materials and through-penetration firestopping inspection.
ICC10 chapters
ICC SFRM Fireproofing
Spray-applied fire-resistant material inspection: thickness measurement, adhesion testing, density compliance, and IBC Chapter 17 duties.
IFC6 chapters
IFC Firestopping Inspector
Through-penetration firestop inspection: UL system selection, ASTM E814 testing basis, installation verification, and IBC Section 714.