Why Choose the Nondestructive Testing Program?
Nondestructive testing is a valuable process used in fields such as construction, manufacturing, civil engineering and transportation because it does not impair the usefulness of the object being inspected.
Nondestructive testing techniques are used to examine structures or vehicles such as bridges, dams, pipelines, aircraft, trains and nuclear reactors. Our NDT program provides training in a variety of these analysis techniques used to evaluate the properties of a material or structure without causing damage.
Students explore and receive hands-on technical training in blueprint reading, codes and specifications, composite fabrication, assembly and repair, materials, and the manufacturing process.
Training also includes major methods of NDT, including visual and optical, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, radiographic, ultrasonic, and eddy current testing, along with an overview of other methods. It is an extremely unique career path with potential to provide long-term employment, as well as personal and creative satisfaction in the knowledge that the work helps save lives and make things safer for use.
Program Info
Our Nondestructive Testing program prepares graduates for positions such as quality control technicians, NDT technicians, engineering technicians and NDT equipment representatives.
Program Descriptions
Nondestructive Testing AAT or AAS-T Degree: 8 quarters
Eddy Current Testing Certificate: 2-3 quarters
Magnetic Particle & Liquid Penetrant Testing Certificate: 2-3 quarters
Radiographic Testing Certificate: 2-3 quarters
Ultrasonic Testing Certificate: 2-3 quarters
All program lengths are estimates and are not guarantees.
Program Documents
This link provides access to items like program supply lists and fees, program maps to help you plan your entire time at CPTC, and more.
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