
Course:	Magnetic Particle Testing, Level 1 (NDT)
SAP Course Number:	78TECH400511

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Materials Testing
Structural Design
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Class Schedule

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General Information

Summary:	This course focuses on the basics and fundamentals of Magnetic Particle Testing (MT). Course includes classroom time as well as hands-on application of this nondestructive testing technique. Training meets the minimum recommended for Level I technicians by the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT).
Learning Outcomes:	Upon successful completion of the course, attendees will be able to: Understand the basics of magnetism and its application to this testing technique. Determine the limitations of MT Safely use MT equipment Determine the materials that can be tested Determine the type of defects that can be detected. Perform limited testing under the supervision of a Level II technician
Target Audience:	District Structural Control Engineers, Bridge Design and Technology Division Structural Materials Testing personnel, Asset Management Bridge Inspection personnel

Final Exam:	Yes

Continuing Education Credits

Awarding continuing education credits (PDH/CEU/CEH) to a training course or other training event does not imply or guarantee that the training course/event is approved by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Land Surveyors. According to Pennsylvania Act 25, “Credit determination for activities…shall be the responsibility of the licensee. Continuing professional competency obtained by a licensee should maintain, improve or expand skills or knowledge obtained prior to initial licensure, including law and ethics applicable to the profession, or develop new and relevant skills and knowledge.”
For informational purposes only:	1 CEU is equal to 10 hours of instruction
	1 CEH is equal to 1 hour of instruction

Course Contact Information

For technical questions regarding this course, contact the following...
Name:	Shannon Bilger
Phone:	(717) 705-4171
Email:	sbilger@pa.gov
For general questions about the Training Calendar (such as those regarding schedules, locations, instructors or registrations), see Contact Information in specific classes.

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By Lori A Hepler/PennDOT On 11/15/12 At 03:01 PM	By Jonie L Buggy/PennDOT On 12/06/21 At 01:05 PM