Radiographic Testing - Level 1 Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Course

NDTE-1372-001 Radiographic Testing - Level 1

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: TECM 1343 or concurrent enrollment

Course Description

An introductory level course meeting the requirements of the American Society for Nondestructive Testing training outline for Level 1. Preparation for successful employment and certification in the Radiographic Testing method. A theoretical study and practical application with emphasis on industry standards, equipment calibration, process capability and limitations, indication interpretation and evaluation and data reporting.

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(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

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On Campus Course

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\ Radiographic Testing - Level I

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   \ Understand the basic principles of radiography.

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   \ Use math calculations to establish radiographic exposure.

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   \ Demonstrate knowledge of various exposure devices and radiation sources.

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   \ Explain radiographic image quality and film handling.

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   \ Demonstrate the knowledge of exposure and fluoroscopic techniques.

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\ Student outcomes must satisfy the recommended practices of ASNT-CP105 as referenced in the ASNT SNT-TC-1A.

\ Upon successful completion students shall be able to demonstrate knowledge of Radiographic Testing I: 1) theory and concepts, 2) standards, 3) equipment calibration and calibration standards, 4) testing process and limitations, 5) indication interpretation and evaluation, and 6) data reporting.

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To better focus on the learning environment, communication during class time should be directed toward class activities and outside communication should be limited to emergencies only.  Any means of electronic communication will only be tolerated in emergency situations.  Any abuse of this expected behavior can be subject to removal of the student from class.

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Students are required to take notes during lectures, and to turn in a notebook for grading prior to the final exam. Articles, accumulated information, and useful reference material that pertain to relative course topics will be counted towards the notebook grade. Notebook should contain handouts, formula sheets, test, assignments, and task list. All items will be graded from the notebook. Student shall furnish a scientific calculator and personal protective equipment to include safety glasses. Student shall have their own personal hand tools similar to those on the department service tool list. Student shall furnish necessary computer media for information transfer. Student shall furnish required text and Handyman Pocket Handbook.

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Attendance

Students must meet the requirements of ASNT-CP189 as referenced in ASNT SNT-TC-1A.  Students cannot pass this class unless these requirements have been met.

 Attendance in class and lab participation is regarded as a requirement and an obligation for learning. Student is responsible for clocking-in and clocking-out with the provided system, just as they would at work. Failure to clock-in or clock-out will result in loss of points for that session. The Instructor will adjust system for classes that vary from schedule. All attendance points will come from time sheet. Tampering with the time system will result in the loss of all attendance points for that student. Attendance to the end of the last hour block or until instructor releases class is required in order to receive any of the points. Failure to bring required equipment will result in a loss of all points for the class period.

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