CSWIP - AUT Operator (Olympus PipeWizard) Level 1 - C270
Automated Ultrasonic Testing offers a better inspection solution with lower reject rates than other NDT methods. This course is designed to instruct NDT technicians on the operation of mechanized Automated Ultrasonic Testing (AUT) systems and train them on the assessment of pipeline girth weld acceptance or rejection. The course meets the training syllabus requirements of EN ISO 9712. Students will explore all system’s components and functionalities, learn how to set up, calibrate, and troubleshoot the mechanical scanner and associated instruments and configure the software interface to accomplish high quality weld inspection. This course ends with a CSWIP certification examination. Successful graduates will be awarded a globally-recognized CSWIP certificate in Automated Ultrasonic Testing (AUT), providing them with the accreditation for advanced AUT work.
Topics:
- Automated welding theory and bevel designs
- Beam theory and focal laws
- Instruction in phased array technique development
- Calibration block design and applicable targets
- Zonal discrimination principles and techniques
- Overview of codes and specifications applicable to pipeline girth weld inspection
- Tolerances & operating ranges
- Set up and maintain the mechanical scanner components
- AUT software configuration and operation
- Interpretation fundamentals and weld assessment
Prerequisites:
- Minimum ISO9712 Level 2 UT certification. Candidates who do not hold ISO 9712 Level 2 UT certification are required to sit the CSWIP UT Welds Level 2 General Paper in addition to the AUT Data Interpretation exam
- Prior exposure to data acquisition of girth welds for onshore and offshore pipelines
Duration:
10 days (80 hours)
50% classroom, 40% hands-on, 10% testing
Course Equipment and Materials:
- PowerPoint presentations
- Lab exercises manual
- Probes and wedges
- Computers/laptops
- State-of-the-art technique development and simulation software (ESBeamTool with Zonal Discrimination add-on)
- A large selection of pipeflaw samples
- Olympus PipeWIZARD scanning system
Cost:
$4,900.00 USD per student
(Travel and logistics will be extra)