CSWIP2 - TWI EN 473 Time of Flight (TOFD) Training and Certification

TOFD theory and principles of diffraction, hardware (pulsers, receivers, motor control, encoders), data acquisition and interpretation, TOFD techniques and applications, equipment selection, calibration and optimisation, optimising PCS and angles, flaw location and sizing, limitations of detection and resolution, codes and standards, reporting.

Objectives

To understand the theoretical background and limitations of ToFD applications
To correctly select probe/wedge to examine welded butt joints
To calibrate and set up the ToFD ultrasonic equipment
To locate and evaluate flaws in the weld body and HAZ
To differentiate defects from geometric features
To analyse scan data for location and size of defects in typical welded butt joints
To understand and apply digital processing processes (SAFT, linearization, averaging, filters etc)
To compile written instructions
To meet the CSWIP syllabus requirements

Suitable For

Individuals with ultrasonic testing experience, who are looking to expand their knowledge into advanced ultrasonic applications and gain a qualification in Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD).

Duration

10 days (80 hours) including examination.

Additional Information

For candidates opting for the examination package, the examination follows immediately after the course (on day 10). This course will lead to an internationally recognized certification - EN 473/ISO 9712.

Entry Requirements

Course candidates must be qualified to a minimum of EN 473 or ISO 9712 (CGSB) Level 2 Ultrasonic Testing.
CSWIP certification is available for candidates holding ASNT UT Welds. Experience will be considered on an individual basis and evidence of training and experience presented to the training centre on application. Additionally, holders of ASNT UT Welds qualification will be required to sit the CSWIP UT Welds Level 2 General Paper.