About Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
Ultrasonic testing uses the same principle as is used in naval SONAR and fish finders. Ultra-high
frequency sound is introduced into the part being inspected and if the sound hits a material with a
different acoustic impedance (density and acoustic velocity), some of the sound will reflect back to the
sending unit and can be presented on a visual display. By knowing the speed of the sound through the
part (the acoustic velocity) and the time required for the sound to return to the sending unit, the distance
to the reflector (the indication with the different acoustic impedance) can be determined.
Topical Outline
This examination is 4 hours in length, having 135 questions of equal value.
Principles/Theory
Equipment/Materials
Techniques/Calibrations
Contact
Immersion
Comparison of contact and immersion methods
Remote monitoring
Calibration (electronic and functional)
Interpretation/Evaluations
Evaluation of base metal product forms
Evaluation of weldments
Evaluation of bonded structures
Variables affecting test results
Evaluation (general)
Procedures
Specific applications
Codes/Standards/Specifications
Safety and Health
References
The number in parentheses following each reference is the ASNT catalog number.
Level III Study Guide: Ultrasonic Testing (2261)
NDT Handbook: Volume 7, Ultrasonic Testing (147)
Supplement to Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A (Q&A Book) - Ultrasonic Testing
Method (2028)
Ultrasonics: Fundamentals, Technology, Applications (341)
Topical Outline
This examination is 2 hours in length, having 90 questions of equal value.
Principles/Theory
Principles of liquid penetrant process
Theory
Proper selection of PT as method of choice
Liquid penetrant processing
Equipment/Materials
Liquid penetrant test units
Methods of measurement
Lighting for liquid penetrant testing
Materials for liquid penetrant testing
Testing and maintenance of materials
Interpretation/Evaluation
General
Factor affecting indications
Indications from discontinuities
Relevant and Nonrelevant indications
Procedures
Liquid penetrant testing procedures, codes, standards and specifications
Safety and Health
Toxicity
Flammability
Electrical hazards
Personnel protective equipment
Right to know (MSDS)
Disposal of used materials
References
The number in parentheses following each reference is the ASNT catalog number.
Level III Study Guide: Liquid Penetrant Testing (2255)
NDT Handbook: Volume 2, Liquid Penetrant Tests (142, 142CD, 142WCD)
Supplement to Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A (Q&A Book) - Liquid Penetrant Testing
Method, Revised Edition (2029)